Up to 2,914 Students Drop Out of Kerala State Schools in 2024-25 Academic Year
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Why in news
Kerala reported 2,914 student dropouts in the 2024-25 academic year, highlighting significant challenges in retaining migrant children and students in rural districts.
Background
In the 2024-25 academic year, Kerala recorded 2,914 school dropouts. Notably, 36.65% (1,068) of these dropouts were children of migrant workers from states like Assam and Bihar or countries like Nepal.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact36.65% of school dropouts in Kerala (2024-25) were children of migrant workers from Assam, Bihar, and Nepal.
- SchemeJyothi programme: A Kerala government initiative launched to address student dropout rates.
- FactWayanad district was identified as a major area for dropouts due to lack of interest in studies.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the socio-economic factors contributing to high dropout rates among migrant children in Kerala and suggest measures to ensure inclusive education.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Language barrier: Difficulty in accessing curriculum in native languages for children from non-Malayalam speaking states.
- Social integration: Lack of community support systems for migrant families affecting consistent school attendance.
- Geographic disparity: Concentration of dropouts in rural districts like Wayanad due to limited vocational engagement.
Keywords: Inclusive Education · Migrant Integration · Educational Equity · Retention Strategies · Socio-economic Barriers
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