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It is statutory body of Central Government set up under NCTE Act, 1993
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Set up in 1995
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It was set up to formally oversee standards, procedures and processes in Indian education system.
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NCTE plans and co-ordinates the development of teacher education system throughout the country (for both central as well as state governments).
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It also ensures the maintenance of norms and standards in the teacher education system.
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Its headquarter is in New Delhi.