International Journal of Research in Social Sciences
Year : 2019, Volume : 9, Issue : 7
First page : ( 723) Last page : ( 731)
Online ISSN : 2249-2496.

Education of the Marginalized; In the Context of Policy Initiatives for Universalisation of Elementary Education

Dr. Musthafa M.N. Mohamedunni Alias¹, Stephen Rini E²

¹Associate Professor, Department of Education, Central University of Kerala, Kasaragod

²Rini E Stephen, Research Scholar, Department of Education, Central University of Kerala

Online published on 7 October, 2019.

Abstract

It is well discussed and agreed globally that every child has the right to get a quality education without any discrimination or exclusion. However, both developing and developed countries face challenges in guaranteeing equal educational opportunities to all their citizens. Social justice and equity are becoming increasingly associated with educational accessibility through which the socially deprived people can come forward to the mainstream. But marginalized groups are often left behind, denying their right to education. Individuals who are not in mainstreams are subjected to discrimination and exploitation in multiple facets that is, they belong to more than one marginalized group. Education in various forms definitely catalyst the process of social change and achievement of social justice. To develop an egalitarian society, the education system can play a prime role in equipping the children to draw out their capabilities and thus ensuring a deserving place in the society. But it is very unfortunate that a majority of children of our country of the deprived conditions are still excluded from the mainstream of education and hence they cannot participate in the social, cultural and intellectual affairs like their other peers. It appears that current educational programs should equip to address the needs of children who are vulnerable to marginalization and exclusion for building a better future together.

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Keywords

Marginalised, Universalisation of Elementary Education.

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