Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

Description: Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is a flagship program of the Government of India aimed at universalizing elementary education in the country. Launched in 2001, the program has made significant strides in increasing access to and improving the quality of elementary education in India. This quiz will test your knowledge about the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan.
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What is the primary objective of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan?

  1. To provide free and compulsory education to all children aged 6-14 years

  2. To improve the quality of elementary education in India

  3. To construct new schools and classrooms

  4. To provide free textbooks and uniforms to students


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan is to provide free and compulsory education to all children aged 6-14 years, in accordance with the Right to Education Act, 2009.

What are the key components of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan?

  1. Access, quality, and equity

  2. Infrastructure, teacher training, and community participation

  3. Curriculum development, textbooks, and assessment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The key components of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan include access, quality, and equity; infrastructure, teacher training, and community participation; curriculum development, textbooks, and assessment.

What is the target year for achieving universal elementary education in India?

  1. 2010

  2. 2015

  3. 2020

  4. 2025


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The target year for achieving universal elementary education in India is 2025.

How many children were enrolled in elementary schools in India in 2020-21?

  1. 190 million

  2. 200 million

  3. 210 million

  4. 220 million


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In 2020-21, there were approximately 210 million children enrolled in elementary schools in India.

What is the pupil-teacher ratio in elementary schools in India?

  1. 20:1

  2. 30:1

  3. 40:1

  4. 50:1


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The pupil-teacher ratio in elementary schools in India is approximately 30:1.

What is the dropout rate in elementary schools in India?

  1. 10%

  2. 15%

  3. 20%

  4. 25%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The dropout rate in elementary schools in India is approximately 15%.

What is the literacy rate in India?

  1. 65%

  2. 70%

  3. 75%

  4. 80%


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The literacy rate in India is approximately 75%.

What is the gender gap in literacy in India?

  1. 10%

  2. 15%

  3. 20%

  4. 25%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The gender gap in literacy in India is approximately 15%.

What is the importance of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan?

  1. It helps to achieve universal elementary education in India

  2. It improves the quality of elementary education in India

  3. It reduces the dropout rate in elementary schools in India

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The importance of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan lies in the fact that it helps to achieve universal elementary education in India, improves the quality of elementary education in India, and reduces the dropout rate in elementary schools in India.

What are the challenges faced by the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan?

  1. Lack of infrastructure

  2. Shortage of teachers

  3. High dropout rates

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The challenges faced by the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan include lack of infrastructure, shortage of teachers, high dropout rates, and disparities in access to education.

What are the future plans for the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan?

  1. To expand the program to include secondary education

  2. To improve the quality of education

  3. To reduce the dropout rate

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future plans for the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan include expanding the program to include secondary education, improving the quality of education, reducing the dropout rate, and addressing the challenges faced by the program.

How can we contribute to the success of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan?

  1. By volunteering our time to teach children

  2. By donating money to the program

  3. By raising awareness about the importance of education

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

We can contribute to the success of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan by volunteering our time to teach children, donating money to the program, raising awareness about the importance of education, and advocating for policies that support the program.

What is the significance of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals?

  1. It contributes to the achievement of SDG 4: Quality Education

  2. It helps to reduce poverty and inequality

  3. It promotes gender equality and women's empowerment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan contributes to the achievement of SDG 4: Quality Education, helps to reduce poverty and inequality, promotes gender equality and women's empowerment, and contributes to the overall development of the country.

How does the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan align with the National Education Policy 2020?

  1. It emphasizes the importance of early childhood education

  2. It focuses on improving the quality of education

  3. It promotes vocational education and skill development

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 in its emphasis on early childhood education, focus on improving the quality of education, promotion of vocational education and skill development, and commitment to achieving universal elementary education.

What are some of the innovative approaches adopted by the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan to improve the quality of education?

  1. Use of technology in teaching and learning

  2. Community participation in school management

  3. Teacher training and professional development

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan has adopted innovative approaches such as the use of technology in teaching and learning, community participation in school management, and teacher training and professional development to improve the quality of education.

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