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Why in news
Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty announced the establishment of model autism complexes in all 14 districts under the STARS scheme.
Background
The government has allocated ₹2.75 crore for each model autism complex to be established in all 14 districts. The STARS (Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States) scheme is the primary framework for these facilities.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeSTARS: Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States scheme
- Fact₹2.75 crore funding allocated per model autism complex
- FactSubject minimum to be implemented in SSLC examinations by 2027
- FactBraille textbooks distributed for Plus Two higher secondary students
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of specialized infrastructure and inclusive educational resources in ensuring the rights of children with neurodevelopmental disorders like autism.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructural gap: Need for specialized clinical and pedagogical facilities in rural and district-level settings
- Inclusive pedagogy: Transitioning from mainstreaming to specialized support through Braille and subject-minimum frameworks
Keywords: Inclusive Education · Neurodevelopmental Disorders · STARS Scheme · Pedagogical Infrastructure · Right to Education
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