AVAILABILITY OF EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN RURAL AREAS OF ASSAM
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65009/gy4gag53Keywords:
Educational resources, Rural education, Primary schools, Assam, Infrastructure, Teacher availability,,Abstract
Educational resources form the backbone of effective primary education, particularly in rural
regions where socio-economic and infrastructural constraints are prominent. Assam, a northeastern
state of India, presents unique educational challenges due to its reverie geography, dispersed
settlements, and recurring natural disasters. This paper examines the availability of educational
resources in primary schools located in rural areas of Assam, focusing on physical infrastructure,
human resources, teaching-learning materials, and digital facilities. Using secondary data from
government reports, academic studies, and policy documents, the study identifies significant gaps
in basic amenities such as drinking water, sanitation, classrooms, and teacher availability. The
findings reveal that a considerable number of rural primary schools lack adequate infrastructure
and suffer from acute teacher shortages, adversely affecting learning outcomes and student
retention. Although recent initiatives under Samagra Shiksha and digital education programs have
attempted to address these issues, implementation remains uneven. The paper concludes with
policy recommendations aimed at strengthening rural school infrastructure, improving teacher
recruitment and retention, enhancing digital access, and promoting community participation.
Ensuring equitable access to educational resources is essential for achieving inclusive and quality
primary education in rural Assam.
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