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The study titled "Association Between Techno-pedagogical Competence and Critical Mindedness among the Prospective Teachers of Tripura" investigates the association between techno-pedagogical competence and critical-mindedness among prospective teachers in Tripura. The research employs a descriptive survey design, with a sample size of 328 participants, determined using Slovin's formula. The study focuses on two primary variables: Techno-pedagogical Competence, assessed using the "Teacher's Techno Pedagogical Competence Scale" developed by Rajashekar and Sathiyaraj (2013), and Critical Mindedness, evaluated using a self-developed questionnaire. The Chi-square test was employed to ascertain the association between these two variables. The findings reveal a significant association between techno-pedagogical competence and critical-mindedness among prospective teachers in Tripura. This association underscores the importance of integrating technology into pedagogy and the role of critical thinking in this process. The study affirms the need for teacher education programs to place a strong emphasis on developing both techno-pedagogical competence and critical-mindedness among prospective teachers, ensuring they are well-prepared to educate the digital natives of the 21st century.