What can be done to help elderly people to support themselves financially?
With a population of 141 crores and an area of 3.287 million square kilometers, any policy implemented is hard to reach for every citizen of India. The developed cities have easy access to the benefits of those policies while the rural areas remain deprived. The reasons for the same are many. FirstlRead more
With a population of 141 crores and an area of 3.287 million square kilometers, any policy implemented is hard to reach for every citizen of India. The developed cities have easy access to the benefits of those policies while the rural areas remain deprived. The reasons for the same are many.
Firstly, the funds allotted through the policy do not reach the educational institutions of the rural areas. It may be due to geographical constraints, corruption, unawareness of the authority etc.
The students of the rural areas do not prefer going to school for learning. For them, gaining practical knowledge and hands-on experience is more useful.
For some children who reach school, they do not find teachers in the school to teach. The teachers posted in schools of rural areas do not prefer taking classes there.
Rural areas do not have schools in every corner. Every village does not have a school in its vicinity, hence the guardians do not prefer sending their wards to a far place.
The cultural practices and beliefs of the people do not encourage kids to go to unknown places, especially girls. They believe in their early marriage and for that learning household work is more important than education.
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India remains poor despite many efforts to improve education due to several reasons. Firstly, not everyone in India has equal access to quality education. Many schools, especially in rural areas, lack proper facilities, trained teachers, and learning materials. This results in a significant gap in eRead more
India remains poor despite many efforts to improve education due to several reasons. Firstly, not everyone in India has equal access to quality education. Many schools, especially in rural areas, lack proper facilities, trained teachers, and learning materials. This results in a significant gap in educational outcomes between urban and rural students.
Secondly, even those who do receive education often find it inadequate. The curriculum can be outdated and may not equip students with practical skills needed for modern jobs. Additionally, the focus on rote learning rather than critical thinking and problem-solving skills leaves many students unprepared for the workforce.
Economic factors also play a major role. Many families in India rely on their children to contribute to the household income. This means children may be pulled out of school to work, leading to lower levels of education and perpetuating the cycle of poverty.
Furthermore, there is a mismatch between education and employment opportunities. The job market in India often does not have enough opportunities for the educated youth, leading to high unemployment or underemployment. This mismatch means that even educated individuals may struggle to find good-paying jobs.
Lastly, social issues like caste discrimination and gender inequality also impact education and economic opportunities. Women and marginalized communities often face additional barriers in accessing quality education and employment.
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