ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Multidisciplinarity and Disciplinary Fusion: A Critical Analysis in the Context of NEP 2020

As educational landscapes evolve, classrooms increasingly mirror the complexity and diversity of the societies they serve. Within this shifting terrain, traditional teaching-learning practices reveal their limitations in responding to varied learner needs, calling for a renewed vision of education. This article presents a critical analysis of multidisciplinarity and disciplinary fusion in the context of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It examines their conceptual foundations, major approaches, and policy alignment, while highlighting the challenges associated with institutional structures, teacher preparedness, and assessment practices. The article also discusses strategies for preparing future teachers to implement disciplinary fusion effectively. Overall, it explains the potential of integrative learning approaches to foster holistic development, critical thinking, and adaptability, thereby contributing to the preparation of future-ready educators and learners in a rapidly evolving educational landscape.