Education aids in the prevention of crime, the empowerment of women, the eradication of poverty, the prevention of war and terrorism, and the maintenance of peace and order.
Gayathri SP
Some of the greatest achievements in human history have been the result of education. From the invention of the lightbulb to the discovery of cures for deadly diseases, education has played a vital role in shaping the world we live in today. Children's education is possibly the most significant component of education in general. It can help shape their lives in a positive way and set them on a path toward a bright future.
Education is incredibly important in human existence since it increases knowledge and fosters critical thinking. Educating youngsters will assist them in thinking clearly, interacting with others, increasing creativity, improving time management, and making good decisions in life and for society. It allows individuals to find suitable jobs and maintain a fair level of living. It not only benefits a person’s personal life, but it also benefits the nation by establishing industries, contemporary thinking, nation-building, and eradicating old ways of thinking such as superstitions, caste systems, gender discrimination, and so on. Education also aids in the prevention of crime, the empowerment of women, the eradication of poverty, the prevention of war and terrorism, and the maintenance of peace and order.
Every child is born with the right to an education. It enables children to be self-sufficient and self-assured in their daily lives. It is essential in the development of one’s personality and in being a good citizen of the country. It is critical to educate a youngster since children are our country’s future. Children should be instilled with good values and morals, which will enable them to make sound judgments in the future and contribute to the betterment of the country. Education is critical to achieving a respectable standing in society through obtaining decent jobs. If children get educated, social evils such as poverty could be reduced.
Education can be obtained through a variety of sources. Schools are one of the most important places to get an education. It lays the groundwork for the development of abilities, with a focus on primary education. School assists children in gaining stability in their lives. It enables youngsters of the same age to interact with one another while also expanding their vocabulary and learning abilities. School aids in the provision of knowledge that we will require in our daily lives. School is where youngsters first socialise and develop friends. School also aids in a child’s physical development.
According to research, the kid is better equipped to deal with sudden spurts of energy in a familiar context and learns to be at his/her best behaviour only when exposed to other youngsters his/her age. Children are the cornerstones of our nation, so it is critical for a country to have a solid foundation. Reading novels and autobiographies of our country’s leaders helps children mature and learn about humanity. They will have an understanding of our founding fathers’ fight to make India independent if they learn about history. Geography teaches youngsters about the length, width, climate, vegetation, seasons, mountains, different countries, oceans, and so on. Economics teaches people about our economy and how to spend money more wisely. Societal science will teach children about the social problems that existed throughout ancestral times and the people who battled against them.
Quality education, special provisions for special cases, teacher quality, zero tolerance for discrimination and harassment, ensuring all-round development of children, improving learning outcomes to reduce detentions, monitoring compliance with RTE norms, and creating inclusive spaces for all are all mandated by the Right to Education Act.
The steps taken by the Indian government to ensure children’s education
The right of children to free and compulsory education (RTE) act of 2009 entitles every kid aged 6 to 14 years to free and compulsory education.
Samarga Shiksha is an initiative that ensures that every child receives a quality education without prejudice.
The Navodaya Vidyalaya scheme calls for the establishment of one Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in each district of the country in order to cultivate the best rural talent.
Padhna Likhna Abhiyan (PLA): In 2020-21, a centrally financed Adult Education effort termed "Padhna Likhna Abhiyan (PLA)" was carried out with a stated aim of imparting functional literacy to 57 lakh adult illiterates aged 15 and above under the basic literacy programme. The programme has been extended through July 31, 2021.
RUSA stands for Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) that provides funding to State Government Universities and Colleges in order to achieve fairness, access, and excellence goals. The funding is being distributed to states based on a critical evaluation of their State Higher Education Plans, which explain each state’s approach for addressing issues of fairness, access, and excellence in higher education.
As any parent knows, raising children is hard work. From the moment they’re born, children challenge us, test our limits and make us better people. They also test our understanding of the world around them, often asking questions that older and wiser people would rather not think about. But one thing never changes as children grow older: their need for education.
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