In the teaching-learning process of Environmental Studies (EVS) at the primary level, what is the most prominent and psychological objective of connecting learning with the 'environment outside the classroom'?

Environmental Studies (EVS) emphasizes child-centered and experiential learning. The main objective of connecting with the environment outside the classroom is to link abstract concepts with students' concrete and direct experiences, enabling them to learn from their real-life surroundings and construct meaningful knowledge. This aligns with the vision of the National Curriculum Framework (NCF 2005) that children's school knowledge must be connected to life outside the school.