Last Updated Nov - 11 - 2024, 12:32 PM | Source : News18 | Visitors : 31
Commemorating National Education Day on November 11, honoring Maulana Abul Kalam Azad's contributions to India’s education system. Celebrate his vision for acce
Every year on November 11, National Education Day commemorates the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first education minister after independence. This day is a remembrance of his efforts to promote basic and secondary education in India, as well as scientific understanding. It also serves as a chance to emphasize the importance of education in molding the country’s future, fostering innovation and ensuring that all citizens have access to quality education.
On this note, let’s study the history and significance of National Education Day, along with some inspirational quotations from Maulana Abul Kalam Azad.
The fundamental purpose of National Education Day is to increase awareness about the importance of education in both national development and personal well-being.
It also offers the opportunity to seek improvements in the Indian education system, with the ultimate objective of giving scientific and practical knowledge.
The day focuses on taking efforts to ensure that all children and people, regardless of background, receive a high-quality education and learn new skills.
Beginning in 2008, the Ministry of Education recognized November 11 as National Education Day to commemorate Maulana Abul Kalam Azad’s contributions to education.
During his time as the first education minister, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was instrumental in founding institutions, promoting basic and secondary education, and expanding chances for higher education.
He was a champion of low-income education and encouraged girls to pursue academic careers. He believed in the value of free and compulsory education for all children up to the age of 14.
He received India’s highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna, posthumously in 1992, for his outstanding contributions to education.
Oct - 08
Starting 2026, students appearing for national level entrance exams like JEE Main, NEET-UG, CUET, and others may no longer be allowed to choose the... Read More
Oct - 08
The University Grants Commission has approved 101 universities and 20 Category-1 institutes to offer Open and Distance Learning programs for the 20... Read More
Oct - 08
In a significent step toward promoting digital self relience, the Ministry of Education has directed all its departments and affilated offices to a... Read More