Which one of the following age groups is eligible for enrollment under ‘Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan’?

4 – 12 years
6 – 14 years
5 – 15 years
5 – 16 years

The correct answer is (c) 5 – 15 years.

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is a flagship programme of the Government of India with the objective of universal elementary education in India. The programme aims to provide free and compulsory education to all children in the age group of 6-14 years.

The SSA was launched in 2001 and has been implemented in all states and union territories of India. The programme is funded by the central government and the state governments.

The SSA has been successful in increasing the enrollment of children in schools and reducing the dropout rate. The programme has also helped to improve the quality of education in government schools.

The SSA has been a major success story in the field of education in India. The programme has helped to achieve the goal of universal elementary education and has made a significant contribution to the development of the country.

Here is a brief explanation of each option:

  • Option (a): 4 – 12 years. This option is incorrect because it does not include the age group of 13-14 years.
  • Option (b): 6 – 14 years. This option is incorrect because it does not include the age group of 5-6 years.
  • Option (c): 5 – 15 years. This option is correct because it includes the age group of 6-14 years as well as the age group of 5-6 years.
  • Option (d): 5 – 16 years. This option is incorrect because it does not include the age group of 17-18 years.