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ASER report
Context: According to the latest edition of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) more than half of 14- to 18-year-old children in rural India cannot solve a simple three-digit division problem that’s usually taught in Class 3-4. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 ‘Beyond Basics’ survey was held in 28 districts across 26 states, reaching a total of 34,745 youths in the age group between 14-18 years. One rural district was surveyed in each major state with the only exception of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, where two rural districts were surveyed.
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Context: According to the latest edition of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) more than half of 14- to 18-year-old children in rural India cannot solve a simple three-digit division problem that’s usually taught in Class 3-4. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 ‘Beyond Basics’ survey was held in 28 districts across 26 states, reaching a total of 34,745 youths in the age group between 14-18 years. One rural district was surveyed in each major state with the only exception of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, where two rural districts were surveyed.
Context:
- According to the latest edition of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) more than half of 14- to 18-year-old children in rural India cannot solve a simple three-digit division problem that’s usually taught in Class 3-4.
- The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 ‘Beyond Basics’ survey was held in 28 districts across 26 states, reaching a total of 34,745 youths in the age group between 14-18 years.
- One rural district was surveyed in each major state with the only exception of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, where two rural districts were surveyed.
About ASER report:
- The Annual Status of Education Report is an annual, citizen-led household survey which aims to understand whether children in rural India are enrolled in school and whether they are learning.
- ASER is conducted by Pratham which is a non-government organization.
- Unlike most other large-scale learning assessments it is a household-based rather than school-based survey.
- Prelims: Key facts, institutions, locations and terminology in the article.
- Mains: Connect the topic with UPSC Current Affairs.
- Revision: Use the article headings to prepare concise notes and answer-writing points.
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Questions from this article
Prelims practiceWith reference to ASER report, consider the following statements:
- According to the latest edition of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) more than half of 14- to 18-year-old children in rural India cannot solve a simple three-digit division problem that’s usually taught in…
- The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 ‘Beyond Basics’ survey was held in 28 districts across 26 states, reaching a total of 34,745 youths in the age group between 14-18 years.
- One rural district was surveyed in each major state with the only exception of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, where two rural districts were surveyed.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3. All three statements are drawn from the article.
Mains practiceDiscuss the background, key issues and significance of ASER report for India.
Answer in 250 words.
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- Context:
- About ASER report:
- Background and context
- Key facts and institutional framework
- Significance and way forward
Frequently asked questionsFrequently asked questions
Why is Aser Report in the news?
Context: According to the latest edition of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) more than half of 14- to 18-year-old children in rural India cannot solve a simple three-digit division problem that’s usually taught in Class 3-4. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 ‘Beyond Basics’ survey was held in 28 districts across 26 states, reaching a total of 34,745 youths in the age group between 14-18 years.
What are the key facts about Aser Report?
One rural district was surveyed in each major state with the only exception of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, where two rural districts were surveyed. About ASER report: The Annual Status of Education Report is an annual, citizen-led household survey which aims to understand whether children in rural India are enrolled in school and whether they are learning. ASER is conducted by Pratham which is a non-government organization.
Why is Aser Report important for UPSC preparation?
The topic connects current developments with UPSC Current Affairs and is relevant for both objective revision and analytical answer writing.