Question no 49: What were the key objectives for primary education in the Sixth Five-Year Plan, especially regarding universal education and community involvement?
Answer: The plan aimed to introduce universal education, making five years of schooling obligatory, with a target participation rate increase from 48% to 75%. It emphasized flexibility in facilities and community involvement in enhancing education quality.
Question no 50: How did the Sixth Five-Year Plan approach secondary education, focusing on core subjects, science, and vocational training?
Answer: Secondary education was designed to be broad-based, flexible, and high quality. Core subjects like Islamiyat, Pakistan Studies, Languages, Mathematics, and Sciences were emphasized. Special focus was given to science, agro-technical subjects, and vocational training.
Question no 51: What initiatives were outlined in the plan regarding teacher education, addressing teacher requirements and in-service training?
Answer: The plan identified a need for 200 additional teachers, introducing in-service training and a modified system for teacher training. Crash courses were proposed for less qualified teachers, particularly in rural areas.
Question no 52: How did the Sixth Five-Year Plan to encourage growth and improve quality in higher education and research?
Answer: The plan aimed to encourage growth in degree-level institutions, improve quality through admission tests, better-equipped facilities, faculty training, and postgraduate education. It also proposed scholarships for talented students, especially in scientific fields.
Question no 53: What was the role of the National Scholarship Foundation in the Sixth Five-Year Plan, and how was the comprehensive scholarship program funded?
Answer: The National Scholarship Foundation was proposed to manage a comprehensive scholarship program, providing financial assistance to students. Funding was planned through Zakat and Ushr funds.
Question no 54: What was the focus on small technical institutes in the Sixth Five-Year Plan, and how were they intended to contribute to vocational training?
Answer: The plan proposed setting up small technical institutes for vocational training to produce technicians and skilled workers in trades aligned with local needs.
