Concept:NEP 2020 recommends using sports to make mathematics learning joyful and inclusive, including indigenous games.
Explanation:Statement (a) is correct because sports make learning fun and engaging, reducing fear of math.
Statement (b) is incorrect; sports can effectively teach many math concepts like geometry, measurement, and data handling.
Statement (c) is also incorrect; with proper planning, sports integration saves time by combining physical activity with learning.
Statement (d) is correct because indigenous sports like kho-kho or gilli-danda can illustrate logic and patterns in math.
Thus, only (a) and (d) align with NEP 2020’s vision of joyful, inclusive pedagogy.
Answer:D. (a) and (d)