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UP Schools Get First Art Textbook, 'Bansuri'
6 Apr
Summary
- Uttar Pradesh primary students will get a new art textbook.
- The textbook 'Bansuri' integrates visual arts, music, dance, and theatre.
- It includes QR codes for digital learning and expert-led sessions.
For the first time, students in Classes III and IV across Uttar Pradesh will engage with a dedicated art education textbook titled "Bansuri." This initiative marks a significant enhancement to experiential learning in government primary schools.
The textbook, developed by NCERT, aligns with the National Curriculum Framework and allocates a minimum of 100 hours for structured art education. It thoughtfully integrates four key components: visual arts, music, dance, and body movement.
"Bansuri" for Class III features 20 chapters, each equipped with QR codes for accessing supplementary digital learning materials. Experts in various art forms will also be invited to schools to enrich the students' experience. The curriculum is designed to boost expression, communal harmony, and cultural heritage preservation.
Activities include drawing, painting, music, rhythm exercises, and basic theatre concepts. The book also introduces practical elements like using clay pots as instruments and crafting items. Student performance will be assessed across five levels, from excellent to beginner, encouraging participation and creativity.
