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Farmers Harassed, Fight for Secure Land Rights

 
/ February 10, 2014

Madhya Pradesh is one India’s most forest rich areas of India with thirty three per cent of its land under forests. For a majority of its population, who are farmers these forests are essential parts of their lives. Their lands, small produce like wood, fruits, medicinal herbs all come from...

Are These Kids Getting the Computer Classes they Were Promised?

 
/ February 4, 2014

In 2013 as the Gujarat Government unveiled its latest budget, the Finance Minister Mr Patel revealed plans that had Gujarat’s youth at the heart of things. He said: “We intend to launch a massive campaign to prepare skilled manpower in line with the requirements of the international trends and thus...

Quality Education Required

 
/ February 4, 2014

The Right to Education Act came into effect in India on 1st April 2010. A few things that the Act envisions for all schools in India are: · Clean drinking water for all students · Hygienic, separate toilets for girls and boys · Library for studying · Playground It also...