Breaking Barriers: Girls in Science Stream Overtake Arts in 2024
For the first time in 2024, more girls from the science stream passed Class 12 than those in the arts, according to a Ministry of Education report. The report analyzed data from 66 Indian education boards. The rise is attributed to better facilities and increased interest in science education.
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In a landmark achievement for gender parity in education, the pass percentage of girls from the science stream surpassed those in the arts for the first time in 2024, as revealed by a Ministry of Education report. This significant shift is based on an analysis of data from 66 school education boards across India.
Historically dominated by arts, the education landscape is seeing a paradigm shift, driven by improved facilities in schools, including dedicated labs and smart classes. The top 33 education boards accounted for 97% of the student population, illustrating a comprehensive range of data.
Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar highlighted that the number of girls graduating in science saw a steep rise, from 13.4 lakh in 2013 to 28.1 lakh in 2024. Meanwhile, the report indicates a decline in students opting for commerce streams, highlighting a growing preference for science and arts among students.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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