
Yamini Aiyar Schools Us on Education Policy in India
Ideas of India
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Challenges in Indian Education Governance
This chapter examines the powerlessness and challenges faced by teachers and local education authorities in India, as they navigate bureaucratic limitations and overwhelming responsibilities. It critiques the education system's focus on procedural outputs over meaningful outcomes, highlighting the disconnect between local governance aspirations and centralized control. Furthermore, it discusses the societal pressures influencing educational accountability, especially concerning parental involvement and the complexities of funding and resource allocation.
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