Q.Write a short note on: Sarva Siksha Abhiyan

Sarva Siksha Abhiyan is a flagship government scheme to achieve universal elementary education for all children aged 6 to 14, by expanding schools, improving infrastructure and teaching, and reducing dropouts and gender gaps.

This is a 2-mark short note in the AP Intermediate 2nd-year Economics human-resources unit.

Sarva Siksha Abhiyan (meaning 'Education for All Movement') was launched to provide free and compulsory elementary education to every child in the 6 to 14 age group, giving effect to the Right to Education. Its aims include opening new schools where needed, improving existing schools with buildings, toilets, drinking water and teachers, bringing out-of-school children into school, and reducing dropout rates and gender …