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@article{189865,
        author = {Dr. Hemkant Vijay Dhade},
        title = {Decolonizing ELT in India: NEP 2020-Strategies for Inclusive and Contextual Education},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {4697-4702},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=189865},
        abstract = {This research paper explores the need to decolonize English Language Teaching (ELT) in rural India. It highlights National Education Policy 2020-aligned strategies that use a competency-based approach to include marginalized voices and perspectives. It critically examines the colonial legacy that has shaped ELT in India and highlights the importance of creating a curriculum that is inclusive and contextually relevant. It also highlights the challenges and opportunities of adopting decolonized teaching methods in India, with focus on the guidelines of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. With the help of some examples, this study offers practical strategies for teachers to transform English teaching practices. It aims to empower teachers with practical insights to create equitable and inclusive classrooms while fostering a more unbiased learning environment in India.},
        keywords = {Decolonizing ELT, Inclusive Education, Contextual Curriculum, Competency-based Teaching, NEP 2020, Culturally Responsive Teaching},
        month = {January},
        }