Abstract

The National Education Policy of 2020, hereinafter referred to as NEP 2020, places significant emphasis on the imperative of fostering an inclusive educational environment alongside learner-centered pedagogical reforms within the Indian educational landscape, particularly accentuating the necessity to nurture gifted and talented learners through the implementation of differentiated and innovative pedagogical approaches that cater specifically to their unique needs. This research paper undertakes an exploration of pivotal pedagogical innovations that are deemed suitable for the education of gifted individuals within the extensive framework established by NEP 2020. Employing a qualitative review-based methodology, this scholarly paper meticulously examines a variety of strategies that include, but are not limited to, differentiated instruction, project-based learning, enrichment Programme problem-solving pedagogy, competency-based learning, ICT-integrated approaches and socio-emotional support systems. The findings of this study culminate in the conclusion that NEP 2020 lays a robust foundation for the transformation of gifted education in India; however, successful implementation necessitates comprehensive teacher training, flexibility within the curriculum and unwavering institutional support.