Question

The committee recommended to reduce the weight of a school bag was headed by

• A. Prof. Mukhopadyay
• B. Prof. J. S. Rajput
• C. Prof. Yashpal
• D. Prof. Veda Prakash

Hint:

Remember: The Yashpal Committee (1993) is known for the “Learning Without Burden” report addressing school bag weight and curriculum load.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the background
The issue of heavy school bags has long been a concern in India due to its impact on children's physical health.


Step 2: The Yashpal Committee
In 1993, the Ministry of Human Resource Development (now Ministry of Education) appointed a committee under Prof. Yashpal.
The committee was tasked with examining the growing academic burden on students.


Step 3: Key recommendations
The report titled “Learning Without Burden” emphasized reducing curriculum load.
It recommended reducing the number of textbooks and the weight of school bags.


Step 4: Conclusion
Since the committee that focused on the issue of school bag weight was chaired by Prof. Yashpal, the correct answer is (3) Prof. Yashpal.