How NGOs Are Helping To Change The Face Of Rural Education?

Asha Bhavan Centre
3 min read5 days ago

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NGOs contribute significantly to improving the quality of education in rural India. They are continually extending their help in raising the standard of education imparted in rural India.

When it comes to the rural education system, compared to the urban education system, it is not on par. The condition of the rural education system needs a lot of help to meet the standards of its counterpart. Although the government is doing a lot to raise the standard of education in rural India, a lot more can still be done. NGOs are also extending their help in raising the standard of education imparted in rural India. Here’s how NGOs are helping to change the face of education in rural India:

The Steps Taken by NGOs to Change the Face of Education in Rural India:

Raise Awareness:
NGOs championing the improvement of the education system in rural India have worked at a grassroots level. In many parts of remote rural India, the dropout rate of students is quite high. Varied factors influence this number, from taboos to financial debacles. This is a huge problem that shackles the rural education system. NGOs target this particular problem by raising awareness. Both students and parents are targeted by NGOs to help them understand how discontinuing education for either male nor female students is not an option, despite the problem.

Make-Shift Classes:
Education that is imparted in rural schools in India is not on par with that in urban schools. This is the quality of teachers available; irregular classes and a lack of infrastructure in rural schools play their part. To improve the quality of education imparted to the pupils in rural areas, NGOs conduct make-shift classes. These classes are conducted by qualified and trained teachers who are well-versed in lessons. They can help students understand lessons better. Also, students who have quit school can attend these classes to continue their education.

Scholarships:
Often, rural students quit their studies after attaining a certain level of primary or secondary education due to financial reasons. For students who are inclined to pursue higher education, NGOs offer varied scholarship programmes. These scholarships can bring down the cost associated with higher education substantially. Thus helping students to continue their pursuit of higher education.

Lobby for Policy Change:
NGOs championing improvement in the quality of education in rural India are always trying to pursue the government for positive policy changes. These affirmative policies can help students in rural India have an improved schooling system. From infrastructural changes to curriculum changes. By lobbying for these policy changes, NGOs help to make a difference in the rural education system in India.

These are some of the ways NGOs contribute to improving the quality of education in rural India. Their contribution has helped create a considerable difference in the education system in rural Indian set-ups. Thus, NGOs are doing a lot to make a considerable difference in the quality of education in rural India.

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Asha Bhavan Centre

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