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Even 14 years after The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act was first adopted in 2009, problems persist over admissions of economically weaker sections (EWS) and students from other disadvantaged groups in some of the city’s private schools. As per the Chandigarh education department, minority schools have to comply under the Capital of Punjab (Development and Regulation) Act 1952 under which 15% seats have to be reserved for EWS students while non minority schools have to comply under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009 under which 25% seats have to be reserved for EWS students. (Getty Images/Purestock) The department had started a centralised draw of lots system for the 69 private schools of the city in which 885 seats were allotted. However, eight minority and two non-minority schools did not participate in the same. The department is currently mulling action against the schools after show cause notices were issued. As per the UT education department, minority schools have to comply under the Capital of Punjab (Development and Regulation) Act 1952 under which 15% seats have to be reserved for EWS students while non minority schools have to comply under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009 under which 25% seats have to be reserved for EWS students. Speaking about why there is a problem in implementing the act, former UT education secretary BL Sharma said the problem stems from private schools...

About Department of Education Vision Of The Department • To prepare teacher educators who have sound knowledge base, essential professional skills and human qualities. • To break new grounds in educational research, nurture the existing potentials and encourage inter-disciplinary and collaborative research. • To groom prospective teachers to meet the challenges encountered by advancements in the use of ICT in classroom instructions. At A Glance The Department was started in 1963 with one M.Ed. course through regular mode. In due course of time M.Ed. (Evening); M.Phil., M.Ed.(Guidance and Counselling) and M.Ed. (Educational Technology) were added in 1969, 1979 and 1991 but presently in abeyance. Currently the programs being run in the Department are M.Ed. (General; Approved by The Department of Education is a Nodal Research Centre of Panjab University for conducting Ph.D. program in Education. Regular Ph.D. Course Work is organized for Ph.D. scholars registered in Department. The faculty of Department is actively engaged in research pursuits. Research work in new and challenging areas is being pursued by faculty as well as research scholars and students at Masters level. Each faculty member of Department is entitled to enroll Eight Indian research scholars and one foreign scholar for supervising doctoral research. The Department was awarded Special Assistance Program (DRS) Phase-I-III w.e.f. 01.04.1995 by U.G.C. w.e.f. from 1-4-95 to 31-3-2012. Further SAP (DSA) status is w...

The Chandigarh Administration has provided a sufficient number of schools in each sector and villages of UT Chandigarh with a view to provide best education for all the children of Chandigarh without reference to their religion, caste, colour or creed with an aim of providing education within 1 km of their residence. Apart from the schools established by the Government here, there is a good number of privately managed Recognized and Government aided schools functioning from the educational sites allotted to them by the Chandigarh Administration on confessional rates from time to time.

Education Department, Chandigarh Administration invited application for recruitment for posts of Lecturers, Masters/Mistresses and Junior Basic Teachers (JBT) by transfer on Deputation basis.The eligible candidates for the post should apply in the prescribed format on or before 31 March 2015. Important Date Last Date for the Registration: 31 March 2015 Details of the Posts 1. Lecturers (School Cadre) Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, Biology, Fine Arts, English, Hindi, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Physical Education, Music, Home Science, History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Psychology and Sociology; 2. Masters/ Mistresses Subjects: Science (Non-medical), Social Studies, Mathematics, Fine Arts, English, Hindi, Punjabi, Sanskrit, DPE, Music, Home Science and Science (medical); 3. Junior Basic Teachers (JBT) Eligibility Criteria Candidates holding analogous posts on regular basis in the Government of Punjab/ Government of Haryana/ State Governments/ Union Territory Administrations How to Apply Interested and eligible candidates should send their application, in the prescribed format, along with attested copies of all required certificates/ testimonials by Speed Post/ Registered Post to ‘ The Director Public Instructions (Schools), Additional Deluxe Building, Sector- 9, Chandigarh’ so as to reach the concerned authority on or before 31 March 2015. Detailed Notification

In a recent curriculum development, the Chandigarh Education Department has created a draft policy aimed to provide inclusive education for children with special abilities, in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The policy encompasses a range of provisions and initiatives designed to offer quality education to specially-abled children. It emphasises the need to create an inclusive learning environment which can meet the diverse needs of all learners, including those with disabilities, according to the Chandigarh Education Department. Being Inclusive The final version of the draft is expected to be released in the next one-two months. Once implemented, Chandigarh will become the first Union Territory of India to unveil a dedicated education policy for children with disabilities. Under the new policy, specially-abled children will receive free education until they turn 18 years. Furthermore, measures have been implemented to ensure non-discriminatory admission to inclusive local schools of their preference. This initiative is aimed at fostering inclusivity and empower children with disabilities to learn alongside their peers. Through the implementation of this policy, it is anticipated that educational institutions will become more inclusive and supportive, empowering children with disabilities to thrive and succeed, according to reports. Simplilearn witnesses 33% rise in recruitment through SimpliRecruit Solving the problem journey To expand a...