The study aims to find the extent to
which gender discrimination has
proliferated from the society to the
education system. Keeping in view
the numerous reform policies
stipulated by the government,
including National Education Policy
(1998-2010), Education Sectors
Reform Action Plan (2001-2004) and
National Education for All Plan
(2000-2015), the study critiques the
effectiveness of such initiatives.
It highlights the inherent bias
against female education endemic to
poor societies and feudal cultures
while focusing on the logistical
hurdles: lack of female teachers,
poor facilities for girls’ schools,
a curriculum rooted in chauvinistic
traditions, which deepen the
malaise. A high dropout rate for
girls, especially among classes one
and two, coupled with the
government’s rigidity to systemic
change and a lack of transparency in
resource allocation system
illustrate the need for immediate
action.
