Question no 31: What steps were taken in the Third Plan to increase primary school enrollment and achieve universal primary education?
Answer: The plan focused on expanding enrollment opportunities for Class I, aiming to raise total enrollment from 45% in 1965 to around 70% by 1970.
Question no 32: How did the Third Plan address the deficiencies in higher secondary/intermediate education, particularly in science?
Answer: The plan emphasized improving scholastic achievement, upgrading infrastructure, and providing qualified teachers in higher secondary/intermediate education, with a focus on science.
Question no 33: What measures were taken in the Third Plan to enhance the quality of teacher education and increase the number of primary teachers?
Answer: The plan aimed to expand primary teacher numbers from 184,000 to at least 350,000 by improving teacher training institutions, curricula, and initiating in-service training.
Question no 34: How did the Third Plan focus on secondary education, including science and mathematics teaching?
Answer: The plan strengthened science and mathematics teaching in secondary education, expanded "Pilot Secondary Schools," developed "Comprehensive Schools," and supported residential schools
Question no 35: What was the emphasis of the Third Plan regarding higher education, and how did it promote science and technology education?
Answer: The plan focused on improving and expanding existing institutions, promoting scientific and technological subjects, and establishing new universities, especially in East Pakistan.
Question no 36: What key steps were outlined in the Third Plan for the middle or junior high stage of education?
Answer: The plan aimed to make education at the junior high stage compulsory for all children, expanding enrollment and focusing on changing social attitudes, especially towards girls' education.
