I would have chosen this title for an article had it been about child labour. But this time I am writing for education, a right for every child. According to 88th amendment of Indian constitution, Sarva Shiksha Abhiyaan, education becomes the right and duty of every child. But now education is becoming a burden to such an extent that it is leading to the breakdown of mental, … [Read more...]
Ram – Present. Hari – Present. Chintu – Present. Mala – Absent. Seema – Absent. Why?
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. ― Nelson Mandela Whenever we think of girl education in India, all we are reminded of are the discrepancies in statistics and the problems faced by girls. The month of March has a day which gives every woman across the globe to celebrate womanhood in a big way. Well I guess being a woman is a … [Read more...]
Kids + (Missing) Shauchalayas In India: A Miserable And Fatal Combination
Though India is becoming a leading political and economic power, basic health amenities is a major challenge yet to be accomplished. Basic health and sanitation facilities like toilets are still a distant reality for many in India. On 22nd March 2013, when UNICEF observed world malnutrition day, the organisation pointed out that India has contributed to over 24% of under five … [Read more...]
Beating The Crap Out Of A Student Teaches Him A Lesson. But It Also Does Something More!
School days are indeed one of the most memorable days of our lives, right? If given a chance to choose from all my school day memories, the most explicit one which is still stuck in my head is my first day at the assembly hall where the principal said to all the students that we all are the future of our country, and we all teachers are always there beside you to help you pass … [Read more...]
A note from a mom whose son has ADHD – If schools in Delhi turn their back on me, who will help?
Orders are orders and commands must be respected; that is what I was taught as a kid. I did that too; I obeyed my parents and elders. I did everything to please them and I respected them Now, I am a mother of a naughty boy, who is aged eight years. Frequently, I see him not following direct instructions. I usually have to tell him 9 to 10 times or more to leave his video … [Read more...]