Droupadi Murmu, the President of India, will confer National Teachers Awards
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu is set to confer the National Teachers Awards to recognize exceptional contributions to the education sector.
Background
The awards will be conferred on 48 school teachers from 27 States, 7 Union Territories, and 6 central government organizations. The selection process involves three stages: district, state, and national levels by the Department of School Education and Literacy.
Facts for Prelims
- PostThe President of India is the highest conferring authority for National Teachers Awards.
- BodyThe Department of School Education and Literacy manages the selection process for these awards.
- FactThe awards recognize teachers from 27 States and 7 Union Territories.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of recognizing and incentivizing the teaching profession in improving the quality of primary and secondary education in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- teacher motivation
- pedagogical quality
- professional development
- social recognition
Keywords: pedagogical excellence · human resource development · educational equity · professional recognition
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