Inclusive education means different and diverse students learning side by side in the same diversity and the unique contributions each student brings to the classroom. In a truly inclusive classroom, they enjoy field trips and after-school activities together. They participate in student government together. And they attend the same sports meets and plays. Inclusive education […]

Dear Friend, Talent is overrated. Most of the people who end up achieving their goals aren’t those who are more talented than others, or are more intelligent or better looking than others. What sets them apart from others is their willpower to succeed and their persistence towards their goals, irrespective of how small or large […]

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing.” —Pele Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. It is not defined by wealth but by contentment. Success depends on hard work, sustained toil, determination and perseverance. It […]

Prof. V.P. Gupta,Director, Rau’s IAS Study Circle, New Delhi – Jaipur – Bengaluru It has been 25 years since decentralised democratic governance was introduced in India in 1993. On thisnote, let us understand the need and importance of decentralisation for strengthening of grass-roots governance in the country.The essence of democracy is decentralisation of power and […]

India is not Calcutta and Bombay. India lives in her seven hundred thousand villages. —Mahatma Gandhi Villages are the backbone of India. Villages play an important role in the socio-economic and human resource development of the nation. As per the 2011 Census, nearly 68% of the Indian population lives in the villages. Traditionally, agriculture has […]

“Technology empowers the less empowered.” —PM Narendra Modi We live in a modern world where technology is  crucial  for humanity. We are so used to technology that we enjoy its sources in our day-to-day life. It is evident from the fact that we are dependent on computer for everything we do and it has made […]

The Second World War broke out on September 3, 1939 between Britain  and Germany. The Viceroy simultaneously proclaimed that India was also at war without bothering to consult the Indians—the Central Legislature or Provincial Assemblies—the Indian members of the Viceroy’s Executive Council or Provincial Ministers, leaders of the Indian National Congress or the Muslim League. […]

As regards the common folk, a craving for recognition makes them sport the best clothes, possess rare articles and adopt the latest fashion features. Women want their clothes, housekeeping, cooking and beauty to be recognised and appreciated. Even young children demand recognition. Although India formally abolished the use of titles, it still provides for honours […]

Education is a critical tool for developing a modern economy, a just society and a vibrant polity. It provides the skills and competencies for economic well-being and social mobility. Education strengthens democracy by imparting  its citizens the tools needed to fully participate in the governance process. It also acts as an integrative force in society, […]