Q. Consider the following statements regarding “SAMAGRA SHIKSHA”:
1.It is an overarching programme for the school education sector extending from pre-school to class 12.
2.It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme being implemented through a single State Implementation Society (SIS) at the State/UT level.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: SAMAGRA SHIKSHA- An Integrated Scheme for School Education is an overarching programme for the school education sector extending from pre-school to class 12.

  • It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme being implemented through a single State Implementation Society (SIS) at the State/UT level.
  • Focus on regional balance: Preference in the interventions would be given to Educationally Backward Blocks (EBBs), Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected districts, Special Focus Districts (SFDs), Border areas and the 115 Aspirational districts.
  • “DIKSHA”, digital portal for teachers to be used extensively for upgrading skills of teachers.

Source: FORUMIAS