Question

What is the role of Shiksha Karmi’s in the different activities of Shiksha Karmi project in Rajasthan?

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. The Shiksha Karmi Project (SKP) was implemented in 1987, with the assistance from Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA). The project aims at universalization and qualitative improvement of primary education in the remote and socio-economically backward villages of Rajasthan, with the primary focus on girls.

Since teacher absenteeism has been found to be a major obstacle in achieving the objec­tive of universal education, the project uses the novel approach of substituting teachers in dysfunctional schools with local youth known as ‘Shiksha Karmis’, who are provided with rigorous training and supervisory support.