Why did the plan (Sixth Five-Year Plan) emphasize the need for a broad and flexible secondary education?
a) To reduce enrollment pressure
b) To accommodate diverse student needs
c) To standardize the curriculum
d) To increase teacher recruitment
What was the rationale behind giving special emphasis to science and mathematics in secondary education?
a) To reduce the importance of arts
b) Due to technological advances
c) To address teacher shortages
d) To meet international standards
How did the Sixth Five-Year Plan propose to strengthen the program for teaching agro-technical subjects in secondary education?
a) By introducing mandatory courses
b) By establishing technical institutes
c) By increasing enrollment
d) By strengthening existing programs
Explanation: agro-technical education aims to prepare students for careers in agriculture and related industries, acknowledging the importance of agriculture in the overall development of a country.
What new approach to teacher training was proposed by the Sixth Five-Year Plan?
a) Longer training duration
b) Modular training system
c) Reducing the number of teachers
d) Eliminating in-service training
Explanation: A modular training system is an approach to education or training that divides the curriculum into independent, self-contained modules or units of instruction. Each module focuses on a specific topic or skill, allowing learners to progress through the training at their own pace. This system provides flexibility by allowing individuals to complete modules sequentially, and it often includes assessments to ensure mastery before moving to the next module.
Why did the Sixth Five-Year Plan propose the introduction of crash courses for less qualified teachers, especially in rural areas?
a) To decrease teacher salaries
b) To standardize teacher qualifications
c) To address deficiencies in teacher education
d) To discourage teacher recruitment
In what ways did the Sixth Five-Year Plan suggest community involvement in primary education?
a) Funding schools
b) Conducting in-service training
c) Designing curricula
d) Sharing responsibility for schooling facilities
