Karnataka registers 1,03,042 dropouts for second chance at exams
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Why in news
The Karnataka government registered over 1 lakh school dropouts for the KSOS exams to provide a second chance at education, supported by Union Ministry funding.
Background
The Department of School Education and Literacy (DSEL) identified 1,03,042 dropouts aged over 15 in Karnataka. The Union Ministry approved ₹12.91 crore to subsidize a ₹2,000 exam fee per student for the 2026-27 academic year.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal dropouts registered in Karnataka: 1,03,042
- FactPre-University level dropouts: 64,573
- FactSSLC level dropouts: 38,469
- FactUnion Ministry funding: ₹12.91 crore for exam fees
- BodyDSEL: Department of School Education and Literacy, Karnataka
For Mains
Q. Discuss the systemic causes of school dropouts in India and evaluate the effectiveness of state-led remedial measures in ensuring inclusive education.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- socio-economic barriers
- infrastructure gaps
- remedial education models
- long-term human capital impact
Keywords: inclusive education · human capital · educational equity · remedial measures · dropout prevention
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