Question

What were the objectives of the District Primary Education Programme?

• A. It aimed at providing school equipments.
• B. It aimed at providing a uniform primary education.
• C. It aimed on the education for girls and the physically handicapped.
• D. The plan aimed at 100% attendance in primary school.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

The correct options are
B It aimed at providing a uniform primary education.
C It aimed on the education for girls and the physically handicapped.
D The plan aimed at 100% attendance in primary school.

The District Primary Education Programme (DPEP) started in the year 1994. It primarily aimed at the universalisation of education. It also aimed at providing education to girls and the physically handicapped, arresting student dropouts, creating social awareness on the importance of education, research and evaluation of primary education. It was implemented in 18 states, including Maharashtra.