<h1>Opposition Criticizes National Education Policy for Undermining State Autonomy and Federal Principles; Calls for Fair Funding</h1> Opposition members in the Rajya Sabha criticized the government for imposing the National Education Policy (NEP) on states, claiming it infringes on their autonomy. They accused the government of withholding education funds from opposition-led states like West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. Concerns were raised about curriculum changes, centralization of educational authority, and the exclusion of significant scientific topics. The opposition argued that these actions undermine federal principles and state sovereignty. Additionally, issues such as high school dropout rates, excessive privatization of education, and alleged Hindi imposition were discussed, with calls for increased education funding and equitable language treatment.