MoE trains 72 lakh teachers to use PRASHAST tool for 21 disability conditions
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Inclusive education and digital governance: a GS2 Social Justice case study on disability rights.
Why in news
The Ministry of Education (MoE) trained 72 lakh teachers across 60,000 schools to utilize the PRASHAST digital tool for identifying 21 disability conditions.
Background
The PRASHAST tool identifies 21 disability conditions as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016. The initiative integrates data with the PM DAKSH scheme and the National Scholarship Portal to support the RTE Act 2009.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillRPwD Act, 2016: Defines 21 disability conditions for identification.
- SchemePM DAKSH: Linked with PRASHAST for scholarship and support data.
- BodyMinistry of Education (MoE): Oversees the training of 72 lakh teachers across 60,000 schools.
- Act / BillRTE Act 2009: The primary legislative framework supported by this initiative.
Prelims practice question
Which act defines the 21 disability conditions identified by the PRASHAST tool?
- (a)Disability Rights Act, 1995
- (b)Right to Education Act, 2009
- (c)RPwD Act, 2016
- (d)National Education Policy, 2020
Show answer
Answer: (c) RPwD Act, 2016 — The note states that the PRASHAST tool identifies 21 disability conditions as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.
For Mains
Q. How does the integration of digital identification tools like PRASHAST enhance the inclusive education framework for children with disabilities in India?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data interoperability: Seamless integration between PRASHAST, PM DAKSH, and National Scholarship Portal for targeted benefits
- Pedagogical shift: Transitioning from mere identification to specialized classroom support for 21 distinct disability types
Keywords: Inclusive Education · Digital Governance · Disability Rights · Data Integration · Social Inclusion
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