THE GROWING EDUCATION INEQUITY....

Every issue that our society faces is like a link of a chain. Each issue is connected to another, either directly or indirectly. The chain of issues in this society that we live in, the strongest link of that chain is illiteracy. Illiteracy is the mother of all issues as it gives birth to many other issues like poverty, unemployment, child labor, female foeticide, population burst and many more. Despite India’s expanding economy, millions of citizens in the country remain trivial, with no access to the new found opportunities within the country. One of the primary reasons for this is inequity in the quality of education received by thousands of children from low-income communities. This inequity denies those without adequate funds a proper education, leaving them illiterate and weak to break the cycle of poverty, and participate in the country’s economic prosperity.

Today when the Indian economy is flushing with high paid jobs and graduates like me are busy chasing "THE RIGHT PROFILE”. But what remains unanswered is what about the ignorant children who strive everyday to earn a meal a day. Aren't they the part of the same economy? If yes, why are they being denied there rights to compete with the so called educated and informed. Is it only because the constitution hasn’t made it mandatory for people like us to teach the “DENIED” to live and earn. Can we shun our responsibility? Probably yes, but can we continue doing so.

The booming economy to continue growing we would need increased educated workforce entering the industry. With the increasing disparity in education can India sustain growing with the same rate? We have to wait to find out. The current literacy rate of India is 61% and if every literate Indian can devote modest time in teaching another fellow Indian the problem of illiteracy and; associated problem will be completely eradicated.

I am glad that I am not a part of the unfortunate "DENIED" majority. Today, I have reached the juncture where I can make a difference in people's life. My passion for teaching coupled with a noble cause will make me feel contended and complete. Also, this will be an opportunity for me to thank my parents for everything they have done for me through spreading knowledge.

By: Md. Azharuddin Khan