Name and explain the two schemes launched by the government in the education sector.
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Points to remember
The two schemes launched by the government in the education sector are
- Sarva Siksha Abhiyan - To provide elementary education to all children in the age group of 6-14 years.
- Mid-day meal scheme - to encourage attendance and retention of children .
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The two schemes launched by the government in the education sector are
- Through Sarva Siksha Abhiyan all children in the age group of 6–14 years were aimed towards providing elementary education by 2010 .
- The Mid-day meal scheme has been implemented to encourage attendance and retention of children and improve their nutritional status.