Education ,Educational Infrastructure-2/”>INFRASTRUCTURE and Educational Policy of Himachal Pradesh:-
Himachal Pradesh education:-
The present state of Himachal Pradesh was directly under the Britain’s colonial rule during middle of 19th century. Shimla was also the summer capitals of colonial rulers. Therefore the standard of Learning present in Himachal has enhanced to a much higher rank. This state has plenty of reputed institutions of high level in all faculties of higher studies. Some of the reputed institutes providing quality educations are Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) at Mandi and NIT (National institute of technology) at Hamirpur. The UGC, in the 10th plan, has granted to HPU a sum of Rs.4.5 crores for educational developments and it was increased by nearly 70% more than the 9th plan. Himachal Pradesh has got its one and only Homeopathic Hospital and Medical College having all the educational facilities in Homeopathic stream. This college was founded by the Health Trust of India, registered as a charitable trust in HP state, in 2002. The AYUSH department and its Homeopathic council, (Government of India) New Delhi extended recognition to this college, after approval by the state of Himachal Pradesh, for a degree in Homeopathy after studying for 5 and half year course. The college is affiliated to Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) to award B.H.M.S. (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery) degree to students. The college is situated on National Highways 22 at KUMARHATTI between Chandigarh and Shimla. The location is scenic and cool with spacious campus full of pine trees and students from faraway places like Mizoram and Manipur come here for study. Jaypee Goup was allowed by the Himachal Pradesh Government to open and operate a private University of Information Technology in 2002. Also two new private universities namely Chitkara University and Eternal University were given permission for operation in the year 2008.The Eternal University is at district Sirmaur of Himachal Pradesh and Akal nursing college also established in 2008 is affiliated to this University. The Nursing College, Bari Sahib is also the first nursing college of the State of Himachal Pradesh. HP Government has also allowed the trust of K.D. education to open Arni University in Kangara district at Kathgarh, having a famous Shiva temple. Government is regularly and constantly working on various educational projects for building up the good system of education in HP. The Government is set to start three new main nursing colleges to boost the medical facilities in Himachal. Himachal Pradesh is among the highest literate states of India. District Hamirpur is one of the top literate districts of the country. Education among Women in Himachal Pradesh is fairly encouraging. Himachal Pradesh offers a wide 
range of educational facilities to everyone with four dental institutes, five universities, two engineering institutes and two medical colleges. The school level scenario of education in Himachal is quite encouraging also with about 10000 primary schools, 1300 high schools and thousand secondary schools. Practically Himachal Pradesh is the only state of India which has fulfilled the obligation of Indian Constitution for compulsory primary education to each and every child. As a matter of fact, Himachal Government is determined to make this hilly state – An education hub. The Government of India, in 2008 declared that an Indian Institute of Technology will be established in Himachal Pradesh in 11th plan and the work is being carried out towards this aim in district Mandi. On the other hand, Atal Bihari Vajpayee institute of engineering and technology has been commenced at Pargatinagar of Shimla district. This institute has all the formats of engineering studies like ITI trades, Diploma and degree courses in all branches in campus. Himachal Pradesh has plenty of schools in rural and in urban areas as well.
Himachal Pradesh Government Schemes for Education:-
Himachal Pradesh Education Department is running various educational schemes, programmes, grants, bursaries, financial Awards, loans scholarships, fellowships of School Education & Literacy, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Higher Education, Adult Education, Tribal Education, Technical and Medical Education and Vocational Studies, Skill development etc.
The special assistance is given to the students belonging to Scheduled Caste(SC) and Scheduled Tribe(ST), Other Backward Classes(OBC) and Socially, Educationally Backward Classes(SEBC), Minority Category and below POVERTY line(BPL), Rural areas, Disabled/Physically Handicapped (PH) students. Also this offers benefits to all those students of undergraduate (UG) and post graduation (PG), Ph.D. students studying in class 09th standard, 10th standard, 11th standard, 12th standard, college and university Students, general category students, researchers, top Science students. The benefits are in terms of below mentioned:
- Interest Subsidy (CSIS) on Education Loan
- Scholarship/Cash/Incentive/Awards
- Various vocational and technical training
- Educational assistance and facilities
- And others much more etc.
This is introduced in order to achieve following goals:
- To encourage students
- Skill up-gradation
- To improve educational and economic status
The various ministries such as Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Ministry of Minority Affairs, Ministry of Labour & EMPLOYMENT, Ministry of Home Affairs and Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities are being involved in assisting and helping.
Education Schemes of Himachal Pradesh Government are listed below:-
- Ambedkar Medhavi Chattarvriti Yojna for top 1000 meritorious students of Scheduled Caste category in Matric Examination:-
The Scholarship is given to top 1000 meritorious students of Scheduled Caste category and to top 1000 meritorious students of OBC declared as such in the result of Matric Examination conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, Dharamshala, strictly on a merit basis to students studying in a recognized (including Professional / Technical) institution within or outside the State. The renewal in 10+2 Class / 2nd Year, of course, will be subject to satisfactory performance in internal examinations of 10+1 Class / 1st Year Course.
- Financial Assistance to the children of the Armed Forces Personnel killed/disabled during the different War/Operations:-
Financial Assistance is given to the children of the Armed Forces Personnel killed/disabled during the different War/Operations
- Indira Gandhi Utkrisht Chhatervritti Yojna for Post Plus Two Students
The Indira Gandhi Utterest Chhatervritti Yojna for meritorious students for Post Plus two Courses shall be awarded to 150 students @ Rs. 10,000/-per annum per student purely on the basis of the merit and without any income ceiling .
- IRDP Scholarship Scheme is for Students belonging to IRDP families and studying in 9th to University level.
- Kalpana Chawla Chhatravriti Yojna for top 2000 meritorious girl students of 10+2 of all study groups:-
Under this Scheme, the top 2000 meritorious girl students of 10+2 of all study groups i.e. Science, Arts and Commerce streams are awarded a scholarship of Rs 15000/- per student per annum, based on passing ratio in each group as per the merit list supplied by the Himachal Pradesh(H.P.) Board of School Education, Dharamshala. The scholarship will be renewed till the completion of Degree / Diploma / Certificate course, provided there is no failure.
- Maharishi Balmiki Chattarvriti Yojna for Girl from Balmiki Families engaged in unclean occupation:-
The scholarship under this scheme is given to the Bonafide Himachali Girl Students belonging to Balmiki Families, engaged in unclean occupation, beyond Matric to College Level, for studies from any Government or Private Recognised school / college.
- Mukhiya Mantri Protsahan Yojna for Himachali students incentive/award:-
Under this Scheme, a one-time incentive/award of Rs 75000/- will be given to all Himachali students.
- NDA Scholarship Scheme Financial Assistance
- Rashtriya Indian Military College Scholarship for Ten Students from 8th class to 12th class:-
This scholarship is given to the Ten Students who are Bonafide residents of H.P. and are studying from 8th class to 12th class in Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun. Two students from each class are eligible for the scholarship. The amount of scholarship is Rs 20,000/- per annum.
- Sainik School Sujanpur Tihra Scholarship for students from class 6th to 12th:-
This scheme is for studying in Sainik School Sujanpur Tihra and are Bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh from class VI to XII.
- Swami Vivekanand Utkrisht Chhatervritti Yojna for top 2000 meritorious students of General category in Matric Examination, Himachal Pradesh:-
Under this scheme, The Scholarship is given to top 2000 meritorious students of General category declared as such in the result of Matric Examination conducted by the Himachal Pradesh(H.P.) Board of School Education, Dharamshala, strictly on the merit basis to students studying in a recognized (including Professional / Technical) institution within or outside the State. The renewal in 10+2 Class / 2nd Year of course will be subject to satisfactory performance in internal examinations of 10+1 Class / 1st Year Course.
- Thakur Sen Negi Utkrisht Chhatervritti Yojna Scholarship for top 100 Girls and top 100 Boys students of Tribal Community of Himachal Pradesh:-
Under this scheme, The Scholarship is given to top 100 Girls and top 100 Boys students belonging to the Tribal Community of HP, declared as such in the result of Matric Examination conducted by the Himachal Pradesh(H.P.) Board of School Education, Dharamshala, strictly on a merit basis to students studying in a recognized (including Professional / Technical) institution within or outside the State. The renewal in 10+2 Class / 2nd Year of the course will be subject to satisfactory performance in internal examinations of 10+1 Class / 1st Year Course.
Technical Education Scholarships Schemes:-
- Scholarships for Diploma Courses.
- Scholarships for ITI Students(SC/ST/OBC/General).
- Scholarships for PG/Degree & Engg Level Courses.
Educational Infrastructure of Himachal Pradesh:-
Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education:-
The school education board of Himachal Pradesh is a government body that is responsible for preparing and prescribing the courses for study, text books and conducting board examinations of students of secondary schools in Himachal Pradesh. The board has its administrative offices at Dharamshala and was established in 1969. The schools affiliated to the board are nearly 8000. Board, every year conducts examinations of more than 5, 00,000 examinees with 1650 centers of examination.
Engineering Institutions:-
The Himachal Pradesh state has lately thought of starting the institutes of technical and engineering studies with respect to other Indian states. The Regional engineering college, now known as National Institute of technology was the only and first institute up till 1986.The second institute was established as IITT engineering college at Kala Amb. All other technical Institutes were recognized in present century. Government engineering college in the name of our first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was established at Sundernagar in 2006 by the State Government. It is pointless to state that not even a single institute has yet attained the academic maturity. The Hamirpur’s Institute of Technology and few others are trying hard to excel in academics but the results are not hopeful. Himachal Pradesh and its people have a wish to see this state as Switzerland of India because of their same topography. However, government is hoping that manpower trained at these technical institutions and some promising entrepreneurs will change the industrial Growth landscape of the state similar to that of Switzerland.
Educational Institutions (Non-Governmental):-
A number of non-government organizations (NGO) are also running the institutes of local learning’s in Himachal Pradesh such as
- Wisdom of Classical Indian tradition’s educational courses are being offered by Deer Park Institute.
- Kangra style traditional vernacular earthen architecture and service learning, immersive programs of ecotourism courses are provided by Dharmalaya Institute.
- The activities in the area of Environment, health and education for the development and help focusing on children and women are under taken by a charitable trust NISHTHA.
- The educational programs for increasing alertness for healthy lifestyle through seminars and free clinic Services to rural people of this state is done by SHRI (Shantideva Homeopathic Research Institute).
Famous Schools in Himachal Pradesh:-
- Sainik School
The total Sainik schools in India are 23 and the 18th sainik school is at Sujanpur Tihra in Himachal Pradesh. The main goal of sainik school of Himachal is to organize boys of the state mentally, physically and academically to join Indian Army through NDA and excel in other fields also. Desires to serve with dedication, Sound character, team spirit with nationalistic thinking’s are the values given to the students of Sainik schools. The sainik schools were opened on the basis of selective public school patterns for the brilliant and sincere students from common masses through free and fair competition.
- International Sahaja Public School
This International Public School is run by Sahaj Yoga/”>Yoga Movement at Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh. With the affirmed mission to “develop own self-respect which will guide to love nature, gentleness, concern for the environment, honesty, nobility, respect for others and wisdom.” This school has intake strength annually of250 international students and the demand is more than availability.
Literacy Rate:-
The literacy rate in Himachal Pradesh is increasing with each passing year. Datas show that from 31.96 percentages of 1971, the literacy rate has reached to 76.5 percentages as per the census of 2001. The literacy rate in Himachal Pradesh, with a Population of over 68 lakh, has registered an increase of 6.3 percent over a decade, says a Census report. The literacy rate has increased to 82.8 in 2011 from 76.5 in 2001, with male literacy rate increasing by 4.2 percent and female by 8.5 percent, said the final Census report for 2011. Thus Himachal Pradesh has higher literacy rate than Average of whole nation. The mission and educational march is going ahead with the establishment of various educational Institutes of different faculties. The state is also giving incentives for the maintenance of SCs/STs and OBCs group children to increase the enrolment in education.
Recent Achievments in Education sector:-
As per ASER Report Published in Janurary 2017, Himachal Pradesh beats Kerala in learning outcomes. In terms of learning outcomes, students of HP performs better than those of Kerala. Further, the report founded that enrolment rate of students in the age group six to 14 in Himachal Pradesh was 99.8 per cent. Also, HP secured first rank in achieving learning outcomes in basic reading and mathematics across the country.
Category-wise performance:
Language:
As per reports, achievement level of government schools of HP was 65.3 per cent as compared to the national level of 41.6 per cent.
Mathematics:
The achievement level of the state was 47.4 per cent as compared to the national level of 21.1 per cent.
Learning of English language:
A significant improvement was observed in HP.
Furthermore, at national level the achievement is 15.3 per cent, whereas it is 44 per cent in case of Himachal Pradesh and the state ranked fifth in the country.,
Education in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is a state in northern India. It is bordered by the states of Jammu and Kashmir to the north, Punjab to the west, Haryana to the southwest, Uttarakhand to the south, and China to the east. The state has a population of over 7.7 million people and a land area of 55,673 square kilometers. The capital of Himachal Pradesh is Shimla.
Education in Himachal Pradesh is divided into three levels: primary, secondary, and higher education. Primary education is compulsory for all children aged 6 to 14 years. Secondary education is for children aged 14 to 18 years. Higher education is for students who have completed secondary education.
There are a number of government and private schools in Himachal Pradesh. The government schools are run by the state government, while the private schools are run by private organizations. The schools offer a variety of courses, including science, commerce, arts, and humanities.
There are also a number of colleges and universities in Himachal Pradesh. The colleges offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a variety of subjects. The universities offer postgraduate and doctoral courses in a variety of subjects.
The educational infrastructure in Himachal Pradesh is well-developed. There are a number of schools, colleges, and universities in the state. The schools are well-equipped with modern facilities. The colleges and universities are also well-equipped with modern facilities.
The educational policy of Himachal Pradesh is aimed at providing quality education to all the students of the state. The policy focuses on providing access to education to all the students, irrespective of their social and economic background. The policy also focuses on providing quality education to all the students.
The educational policy of Himachal Pradesh has been successful in providing quality education to all the students of the state. The state has achieved a high literacy rate. The state has also produced a number of successful students, who have made a mark in various fields.
Schools in Himachal Pradesh
There are a number of schools in Himachal Pradesh. The schools are divided into government schools and private schools. The government schools are run by the state government, while the private schools are run by private organizations.
The government schools are free for all the students. The private schools charge a fee from the students. The schools offer a variety of courses, including science, commerce, arts, and humanities.
The schools in Himachal Pradesh are well-equipped with modern facilities. The schools have well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, and libraries. The schools also have playgrounds and Sports facilities.
The schools in Himachal Pradesh have a good track record. The schools have produced a number of successful students, who have made a mark in various fields.
Colleges in Himachal Pradesh
There are a number of colleges in Himachal Pradesh. The colleges offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a variety of subjects. The colleges are divided into government colleges and private colleges. The government colleges are run by the state government, while the private colleges are run by private organizations.
The government colleges are free for all the students. The private colleges charge a fee from the students. The colleges offer a variety of courses, including science, commerce, arts, and humanities.
The colleges in Himachal Pradesh are well-equipped with modern facilities. The colleges have well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, and libraries. The colleges also have playgrounds and sports facilities.
The colleges in Himachal Pradesh have a good track record. The colleges have produced a number of successful students, who have made a mark in various fields.
Universities in Himachal Pradesh
There are a number of universities in Himachal Pradesh. The universities offer postgraduate and doctoral courses in a variety of subjects. The universities are divided into government universities and private universities. The government universities are run by the state government, while the private universities are run by private organizations.
The government universities are free for all the students. The private universities charge a fee from the students. The universities offer a variety of courses, including science, commerce, arts, and humanities.
The universities in Himachal Pradesh are well-equipped with modern facilities. The universities have well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, and libraries. The universities also have playgrounds and sports facilities.
The universities in Himachal Pradesh have a good track record. The universities have produced a number of successful students, who have made a mark in various fields.
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What is the literacy rate in Himachal Pradesh?
The literacy rate in Himachal Pradesh is 87.8%, which is higher than the national average of 74.04%. -
What is the number of schools in Himachal Pradesh?
There are a total of 32,287 schools in Himachal Pradesh, including 10,201 government schools, 12,086 private schools, and 10,000 anganwadis. -
What is the number of colleges in Himachal Pradesh?
There are a total of 103 colleges in Himachal Pradesh, including 20 government colleges, 75 private colleges, and 8 deemed universities. -
What is the budget for education in Himachal Pradesh?
The budget for education in Himachal Pradesh for the financial year 2022-23 is Rs. 10,000 crore. -
What are the major challenges in the education sector in Himachal Pradesh?
The major challenges in the education sector in Himachal Pradesh are: -
Lack of quality teachers
- Lack of infrastructure
- Poor learning outcomes
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High dropout rates
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What are the initiatives taken by the government to improve the education sector in Himachal Pradesh?
The government has taken a number of initiatives to improve the education sector in Himachal Pradesh, including: -
The Himachal Pradesh Education Mission (HPEM)
- The Himachal Pradesh School Shiksha Abhiyan (HPSA)
- The Himachal Pradesh Teacher Eligibility test (HPTET)
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The Himachal Pradesh State Open University (HPSU)
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What are the achievements of the government in the education sector in Himachal Pradesh?
The government has achieved a number of successes in the education sector in Himachal Pradesh, including: -
Increasing the literacy rate from 75.8% in 2001 to 87.8% in 2011
- Reducing the dropout rate from 12% in 2001 to 6% in 2011
- Increasing the number of schools from 24,000 in 2001 to 32,287 in 2011
- Increasing the number of colleges from 70 in 2001 to 103 in 2011
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Increasing the budget for education from Rs. 1,000 crore in 2001 to Rs. 10,000 crore in 2011
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What are the future plans of the government for the education sector in Himachal Pradesh?
The government plans to further improve the education sector in Himachal Pradesh by: -
Increasing the number of schools
- Increasing the number of colleges
- Increasing the budget for education
- Improving the quality of education
- Reducing the dropout rate
- Increasing the literacy rate
Sure. Here are some MCQs about Himachal Pradesh without mentioning the topic Education, Educational Infrastructure and Educational Policy of Himachal Pradesh:
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Which of the following is not a district of Himachal Pradesh?
(A) Chamba
(B) Kangra
(C) Kullu
(D) Ladakh -
The capital of Himachal Pradesh is:
(A) Shimla
(B) Dharamshala
(C) Manali
(D) Kullu -
The Official Language of Himachal Pradesh is:
(A) Hindi
(B) English
(C) Punjabi
(D) Pahari -
The population of Himachal Pradesh is:
(A) 6.8 million
(B) 7.8 million
(C) 8.8 million
(D) 9.8 million -
The literacy rate of Himachal Pradesh is:
(A) 80%
(B) 85%
(C) 90%
(D) 95% -
The main occupation of the people of Himachal Pradesh is:
(A) agriculture
(B) Tourism
(C) Mining
(D) Industry -
The main crops of Himachal Pradesh are:
(A) Rice
(B) Wheat
(C) Maize
(D) Apples -
The main tourist attractions of Himachal Pradesh are:
(A) Shimla
(B) Dharamshala
(C) Manali
(D) All of the above -
The main rivers of Himachal Pradesh are:
(A) Sutlej
(B) Beas
(C) Ravi
(D) All of the above -
The main Mountains of Himachal Pradesh are:
(A) Dhauladhar
(B) Pir Panjal
(C) Zanskar
(D) All of the above
I hope these MCQs were helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.