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What was the literacy level in India according to the 1951 census?
What was the literacy level in India according to the 1951 census?
What was one of the aims of the Operation Blackboard scheme initiated in 1988?
What was one of the aims of the Operation Blackboard scheme initiated in 1988?
Which year did the literacy level first surpass 50% in India?
Which year did the literacy level first surpass 50% in India?
What was a significant provision introduced in the expansion of the educational scheme in 1994?
What was a significant provision introduced in the expansion of the educational scheme in 1994?
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Who drafted the common curriculum for Standards I to VII after the formation of Maharashtra State?
Who drafted the common curriculum for Standards I to VII after the formation of Maharashtra State?
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When was the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research established?
When was the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research established?
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What is the primary objective of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)?
What is the primary objective of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)?
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Which committee determined minimum levels of learning in 1995?
Which committee determined minimum levels of learning in 1995?
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What type of educational content does the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research prepare?
What type of educational content does the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research prepare?
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What year was declared as the International Education Year by the United Nations?
What year was declared as the International Education Year by the United Nations?
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Which publication is released by the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research?
Which publication is released by the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research?
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What was one of the key results expected from the National Policy on Education 1986?
What was one of the key results expected from the National Policy on Education 1986?
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What educational experiment was undertaken in 1975 in India?
What educational experiment was undertaken in 1975 in India?
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Which group was prioritized for schools in the education initiatives mentioned?
Which group was prioritized for schools in the education initiatives mentioned?
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What was a key objective of the District Primary Education Programme (DPEP)?
What was a key objective of the District Primary Education Programme (DPEP)?
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What did the Mudaliar Commission propose in relation to secondary education?
What did the Mudaliar Commission propose in relation to secondary education?
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What scheme was introduced in 1995 to provide proper nourishment for students?
What scheme was introduced in 1995 to provide proper nourishment for students?
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What was the main recommendation of the Kothari Commission regarding education?
What was the main recommendation of the Kothari Commission regarding education?
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Which commission studied the nature of the curriculum and teaching methodology for secondary education?
Which commission studied the nature of the curriculum and teaching methodology for secondary education?
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When was the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education established?
When was the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education established?
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What was one of the objectives of the DPEP concerning student attendance?
What was one of the objectives of the DPEP concerning student attendance?
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What was one of the major objectives of the Kothari Commission in education?
What was one of the major objectives of the Kothari Commission in education?
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Who chaired the University Education Commission appointed by the central government?
Who chaired the University Education Commission appointed by the central government?
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Which of the following was a function of the University Education Commission?
Which of the following was a function of the University Education Commission?
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Which initiative was launched by the University Education Commission after the introduction of television in India?
Which initiative was launched by the University Education Commission after the introduction of television in India?
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What was the primary aim of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)?
What was the primary aim of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)?
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What is one of the roles of the Maharashtra State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)?
What is one of the roles of the Maharashtra State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)?
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When was the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) established?
When was the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) established?
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Where was the Maharashtra State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) established?
Where was the Maharashtra State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) established?
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What year was the Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Mukta Vidyapeeth established?
What year was the Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Mukta Vidyapeeth established?
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Which organization was established with the objective to promote scientific research in India in 1950?
Which organization was established with the objective to promote scientific research in India in 1950?
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Which notable technology was developed by the CSIR for elections?
Which notable technology was developed by the CSIR for elections?
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Which year marked the establishment of the National Institute for Research in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences?
Which year marked the establishment of the National Institute for Research in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences?
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What was the first indigenous computer made in India called?
What was the first indigenous computer made in India called?
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What significant genetic study was conducted by the CSIR regarding Adivasi tribes?
What significant genetic study was conducted by the CSIR regarding Adivasi tribes?
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Which of the following medicines was developed by the CSIR?
Which of the following medicines was developed by the CSIR?
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Which educational program was started by IGNOU in 1990?
Which educational program was started by IGNOU in 1990?
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What year was the National Institute of Design established?
What year was the National Institute of Design established?
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What responsibility was given to the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) in 1949?
What responsibility was given to the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) in 1949?
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Which significant feature is associated with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)?
Which significant feature is associated with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)?
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Which institute focuses on film-making training such as direction and editing?
Which institute focuses on film-making training such as direction and editing?
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What systems of medicine does the Central Council for Research in Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy focus on?
What systems of medicine does the Central Council for Research in Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy focus on?
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In what year was the Medical Council of India restructured?
In what year was the Medical Council of India restructured?
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Which of the following was a notable project completed by the National Institute of Design?
Which of the following was a notable project completed by the National Institute of Design?
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What was one of the initial courses offered by the National Institute of Design?
What was one of the initial courses offered by the National Institute of Design?
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Study Notes
Education in India
- India's education system has evolved through various stages and schemes.
- Early census data (1951) revealed a significant literacy rate of 17%.
- Literacy rates improved over time (1971-2001) showing literacy rates increasing to 64%.
- Primary education programs existed for children ages 6-14.
- Operation Blackboard (1988) aimed to improve primary education standards by providing resources and teacher support.
- Primary Education schemes focused on minimum education standards like rooms, teachers, facilities, and the need for at least one female teacher.
- District Primary Education Program (DPEP) was introduced in 1994 in multiple Indian states.
- The program aimed for universal primary education, focused on preventing student dropout and ensuring inclusive education.
- The mid-day meal scheme was initiated to support student nutrition.
- The Kothari Commission (1964) proposed a 10+2+3 education pattern.
- This structure aimed for secondary, higher secondary and university education
Secondary Education
- After Indian independence, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad instigated fundamental changes.
- The University Education Commission was established for this purpose.
- A separate commission was needed after 1952-53 to cover secondary education needs.
- The Mudaliar Commission was appointed to handle secondary education.
- The commission considered a 11+4 year pattern for first degrees or an 11+1+3 year alternative.
Higher Education
- In 1948, The Central Government appointed the University Education Commission with Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan as Chairman.
- The commission addressed financial grants, university standards and coordinating needs.
- Planning and implementation of higher education schemes were a focus for the commission.
Research Institutes - Science
- The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) was established in 1950 to promote scientific research.
- CSIR's focus was to increase scientific research outputs.
- This aided in improving the industrial benefits of scientific research.
- The institutes worked on projects from fields like physics, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, food processing, & mining.
- The CSIR helped reduce imports and save foreign currency by helping to develop domestic technologies.
Research Institutes - Medicine
- The Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) was established in 1949 for medical field research.
- The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) aimed to accelerate medical education and research practices.
- AIIMS aimed to improve education, research and give treatment to people who couldn't afford it.
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Explore the pivotal developments in India's education system from its early literacy rates to modern initiatives. This quiz covers primary education programs, landmark policies like the Kothari Commission, and efforts to enhance educational quality. Test your knowledge on how these changes have shaped the educational landscape in India.
