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73 ‘Syllabi & Courses In keeping with the objectives set by the Naticnal Policy on Education, The Central Board drafted syllabi and courses for classes IX & X, the first stage of the new structure, on 'modern lines incorporating latest pedagogical techniques. A darge number of seminars of teachers & educationists were held in which the draft syllabi & courses with particular reference to their coverage and feasibility were discussed. The new courses aim at the promotion of higher intellectual capacities as also the harmoinous develoment of the physical, emotional and other aspects of the pupil’s personality. They seek to provide a wide range of knowledge to develop students into well-informed citizens and train them for democratic living and community service; at the same time to imbibe a scientific outlook for modern living. A few of the salient features of the new courses are mentioned below:— (1) They provide a comprehensive general education with work experience as an integral component. (2) Science and Mathematics, formerly denied to almost 50% of the students, are now available to every student, which are so essential for the day-today life in the existing context. (3) These envisage compulsory Health & Physical Education. (4) They aim at optimum relevance to the current life situation. (5) Through community service, a sense of involvement in national reconstruction is planned to be generated in the student.