Why is education important in India?

The population of India is around 1.38 billion, out of which only 74.37% are literate. Kids frequently doubt the value of education, wondering how they could use all that knowledge in the real world. They do not know that- ‘Medicine is always bitter.’ India has a complex web of social and economic divisions that contribute to the country’s high illiteracy rate. Low literacy
rates in India are associated with worse employment prospects & outcomes and with lower income. Uneducated people frequently experience welfare dependency and higher crime rates.

Lack of literacy makes it difficult for someone to be aware of their rights, cast a ballot, find employment, make ends meet, and find a place to live. In addition, they might experience low self-esteem or negative feelings of powerlessness, shame, or fear, which frequently cause them to feel alone. In India, illiteracy results from economic inequality, gender, caste, and
technological barriers. The most significant percentage of adult illiterates live in India, which adds to the country’s ongoing illiteracy problem.

Poverty is the main consequence of illiteracy & vice-versa. It is like the chicken and egg phenomenon where we do not know- ‘What causes what?’. Poor people frequently lack access to their rights, education, and basic needs. There is proof that the poor typically have lower levels of education. Low-income families often struggle to pay the tuition fee and are forced to
choose between meeting their children’s basic needs (such as food, clothing, and shelter) and sending them to school. Compared to places where primary education is free and required, countries where basic education is not freely available typically have a higher percentage of
children who do not attend school.

As per research conducted by the Schools in Mumbai, Lack of awareness and the problem of illiteracy in parents are other causes of illiteracy. In some isolated areas, where illiteracy rates may be high, many people do not understand why they must attend school. There are fewer illiterate people in urban areas than in rural ones. City dwellers are more aware of the need to combat the illiteracy issue and the difficulties a lack of education brings. The illiteracy of parents is yet another problem. The value of education is not often stressed by parents who lack literacy. Some of them grow up illiterate because they were born into families where neither parent could read nor write. This situation is especially true in backward and rural areas, where many older generation members lack formal education.

The importance of education as suggested by the Boarding Schools in Mumbai has always been underrated in India, but as times change, people realize its importance. A person’s education is a crucial aspect of their life and is the secret to future success. Education has many benefits. For instance, it clarifies one’s thoughts and perceptions. An educated person will recognize a problem clearly and provide a workable
solution based on their knowledge. Higher education broadens the thinking horizon and prepares graduates to plan for businesses and the workforce. It also prepares people for life experiences — people who possess it enjoy a special status both within and outside their
society.

Educated people think differently and behave responsibly. With every passing day, we must emphasize the importance of education. Social norms have a significant impact on how quickly a nation develops.

Regressive social norms cause girls to drop out of school or kids not even
to be sent to school, which feeds a cycle of illiteracy and patriarchal norms that even future generations will continue. More educated people lead to improved social norms. The education system is yet another sphere where changes are needed. Without qualified and educated educators, the educational system cannot be improved. Underqualified teachers impact
children’s learning outcomes in both public and private schools. Significant changes are required to make sure that schools hire qualified teachers, that they are available, and that there are opportunities for people to receive the training they need to become teachers. Increased investments in government schools are another way to cater to this problem of illiteracy.
Government schools cannot invest in providing children with essential amenities due to a lack of funding. Lack of working restrooms, a place to wash hands, and access to drinking water forces kids — especially girls — to quit school. All these problems propel us to find solutions for the greater good.

And at last as the International Schools in Mumbai suggests We need to work relentlessly, consistently, and effortlessly if we aim for a bright future. Education is crucial for a better tomorrow, a civilized society, a prosperous economy, and an unbounded culture. Awareness opens the door to accessing needs and rights. Everyone has a right to education “from the cradle to the grave,” in my opinion.