GANDHINAGAR (Gujarat): A survey conducted by Gujarat education department found that of 32,772 government schools, 12,000 schools are run by just one or two teachers, and there are 15,171 schools which have less than 100 students.
Official records show 8,673 (26% of total schools) government schools have less than 51 students while 6,498 (20%) schools have less than 100 students. In all, 15,171 (46%) government schools have less than 100 students. Most of these schools have up to 10th standard and all classes are run by the same teachers. Reluctance of teachers to go to rural schools is one of the major reasons for the government thinking of taking the step. The state government may gradually close down all schools which have less than 100 students.
Bhupendrasinh Chudasama, state education minister said, "To improve the quality of education we have planned to merge nearby schools where students and teachers are very less. Initially we will provide transport facilities to higher standards students and close down classes. Gradually we will close other classes after proper verification."
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