SARVA SHIKSHA ABHIYAN IN KANGRA DISTRICT: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

Building on the lessons learnt from the implementation of various programmes and keeping in view the needs, the Government has launched the programme of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (S.S.A.) in 2000, the main objective being, to accelerate the achievement of UEE. It is a holistic and convergent programme targeting both primary and upper primary classes in all districts of the country. The present study sheds better understanding of the quality dimensions of elementary education which will help the field level functionaries of SSA to devise ways and means for recognizing classroom interaction, using suitable evaluation techniques and developing harmonious relationships with parents and community thereby leading to improvement in the quality of education at elementary stage. The study is taken to see whether the SSA is approaching to realize its objectives effectively. Therefore the investigator has selected to study the SSA in Kangra District,its existing position and future prospects.