Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores the implications of various perspectives on Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs) in Odisha, highlighting their role in transforming rural education and promoting social equity. Navodaya Vidyalayas, designed as residential schools for meritorious students from rural areas, aim to provide quality education while fostering national integration and holistic development. The analysis focuses on the diverse viewpoints of stakeholders, including students, parents, teachers, and policymakers, to evaluate the operational effectiveness and socio-economic impact of these schools in Odisha. Key themes explored include academic outcomes, cultural integration, and challenges such as infrastructural gaps, teacher shortages, and regional adaptability. The article also delves into the broader implications of NVs on reducing educational inequities and empowering underprivileged communities. Findings suggest that while Navodaya Vidyalayas have significantly contributed to bridging the urban-rural education divide and nurturing talent, there is a need for targeted interventions to address resource constraints and improve contextual relevance. The article concludes by recommending policy measures to strengthen the functioning of NVs and enhance their potential as agents of educational and social transformation in Odisha. This analysis offers valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in improving equitable access to quality education in rural India.
Author: Sri Bishnu Prasad Behera -
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4407836268