(a) the details of schemes / programmes taken up by the Union Government to popularise Science Education in Karnataka; and
(b) the amount so far released to Karnataka for the purpose during
2001-2002?
(a) the details of schemes / programmes taken up by the Union Government to popularise Science Education in Karnataka; and
(b) the amount so far released to Karnataka for the purpose during
2001-2002?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT ( PROF. RITA VERMA)
(a) to (b): To improve the quality of science education and to
improve scientific temper as envisaged in the National Policy on
Education, 1986, Government of Karnataka has been provided
financial assistance under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme,
`Improvement of Science Education in Schools` to the extent of Rs.
29.61 crores since the inception of the scheme from 1987-88 to 1996-
97 for the following components:
- Science kits to primary schools. - Setting up of new science laboratories in high schools and junior colleges. - Upgradation of science laboratories in high schools and junior colleges. - Supply of science books to high schools and junior colleges. - Training of science and mathematics teachers. - Strengthening of district resource centers.