ii. Education
ii. Education
The government of India has implemented a number of policies in the education sector to improve access to education and raise educational standards. Some of the major policies in this area include:
Important Policies |
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Right to Education Act |
The Right to Education Act, enacted in 2009, makes education a fundamental right for all children aged 6 to 14. The act requires the government to provide free and compulsory education to all children in this age group. |
National Education Policy |
The National Education Policy, announced in 2020, outlines the government’s vision for the education sector and sets out a series of reforms to improve the quality of education in the country. The policy aims to universalize access to education, improve the quality of teaching, and promote research and innovation. |
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan |
The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan is a flagship program of the government that aims to universalize elementary education in the country. The program provides funding and support to states to improve access to education, particularly for disadvantaged and marginalized groups. |
Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan |
The Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan is a program that aims to improve the quality of secondary education in the country. The program provides funding and support to states to improve the infrastructure and quality of secondary schools. |
Higher Education Financing Agency |
The Higher Education Financing Agency is an institution that provides financial assistance to eligible institutions for the development of infrastructure in the higher education sector. |