It is an established fact that basic education improves the level of human well-being especially with regard to life expectancy, infant mortality and nutritional status of children, as well as a significant contribution to economic growth. Universal Elementary Education (UEE) has arranged a programme called Sarba Shiksha Abhiyan. It is a historic stride towards achieving the long cherished goal of Universalisation of Elementary Education (UEE) through a time bound integrated approach, in partnership with States. This book provides an in depth examination of the educational program called Sarba Shiksha Abhiyan.

This is one of the first volumes to comprehensively discuss resource constraints and institutional challenges in realizing the Fundamental Right to Education (RTE) in India. It looks at various aspects of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), the primary vehicle to implement RTE and a flagship programme to universalize elementary education in the country. The book presents a comparative perspective across regions and states and evaluates the effective delivery of SSA at the grassroots level. Using rich empirical data, not yet available in the public domain, it provides valuable lessons for the planning and financing arrangements of SSA-RTE between the centre and the states, and towards understanding access, equity and quality of education. The work will be a major resource for scholars and researchers of education, economics, public policy, development studies, and politics.

What will Asia look like ten years from now? Find out by taking a look through the eyes of the Asia's next generation of leaders Following economic booms in Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan—the four Asian Tigers—attention has shifted to success stories in other Asian economies. However, a number of challenges have also emerged that could threaten the region's development over the next decade. Through the Eyes of Tiger Cubs offers a unique glimpse into the younger generation's view of Asia's future. It draws on the perspective of more than 80 visionary young Asians, who have identified the key issues and who see innovative solutions for areas as diverse as education and labor markets, demographics and healthcare, energy and the environment, and governance and geopolitics. The book's insights are based on a collection of think-pieces from a broad range of young Asians—the result of a competition organized by the Asia Business Council, Time magazine, the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore, as well as additional research by the Council. The book is unique in that it: Provides a viewpoint in contrast to the usual perspective of businesses, governments, economists, and journalists Brings together the responses of almost a hundred young Asian thinkers to the questions "What is the biggest challenge facing Asia over the next ten years?" "Why?" and "What should be done about it?" Offers policy makers, business leaders, and others who are concerned about the future of Asia a unique glimpse into the younger generation's vision The next generation has a high stake in ensuring Asia's long-term growth. Gain a unique perspective on how the leaders of tomorrow see the future.

9789351720553 B08-UPSC PRE G.S.Solved Q.Paper (1998-2015) Preliminary Examination ...................................................................................1-8 1. Ancient India ....................................................................................................9-15 2. Medieval India ...............................................................................................16-23 3. Modern India..................................................................................................24-46 4. Indian Geography ..........................................................................................47-75 5. World Geography ..........................................................................................76-96 6. Indian Polity & Governance ...................................................................... 97-117 7. Economy ................................................................................................... 118-150 8. Physics ..................................................................................................... 151-158 9. Chemistry ................................................................................................ 159-167 10. Biology ...................................................................................................... 168-182 11. Science & Technology ............................................................................ 183-193 12. General Knowledge & Current Events ................................................ 194-236 13. General Mental Ability .......................................................................... 237-261 General Studies Solved Paper — 2012 Categorised ................... 262-277 General Studies Solved Paper — 2013 Categorised ................... 278-290 General Studies Solved Paper — 2014 Categorised ................... 291-303 General Studies Solved Paper — 2015 Categorised ................... 304-316 Tags: UPSC, IAS, SSC, CSAT, Civil Services Exams