Evolving Consciousness in the Developing World: Analysis of National Curriculum Framework 2005 for Enrichment of Quality of life in School Learning Environments

Research validates that conducive learning environments in which architects, school managements and policy have a large role to enhance Quality of Life in school years. This paper critically examines the objectives of policy manifest in NCF-2005 for its directions and attitude towards school design. It identifies grey areas in understanding of the concept by policy makers.The paper advocates remedying policy-based lacunae for an improved QoL by an extended appreciation of the concepts stated in NCF 2005 from the point of view of child centricity. The study strongly recommends inclusion of architects and planners in the policy-making process.