Art subjects to be made tougher in exams

In September 2016 new GCSEs in art and design, music, drama, dance, citizenship, computer science, design and technology, PE and religious studies will be introduced.

Improved A-levels in music, drama, dance, design and technology, PE and religious studies will be introduced at the same time.

"I am passionate about great art, drama, dance, music and design, and I am determined to ensure every child enjoys access to the best in our culture," Mr Gove added.

"That is why I am delighted that new high-quality qualifications in creative and cultural subjects will be made available to all students."

http://news.sky.com/story/1239311/arts-subjects-made-tougher-in-exams-revamp

Whilst no-one would want to deny children the enjoyment of creative subjects does making exams tougher, and therefore more competitive, really make sense?  Is this Mr Gove`s idea of an education fit for the 21st century? Or is this about steering children away from the more rational and `dangerous` subjects?

I think there might be a clue in the inclusion of `citizenship` in the list.