Question

In the context of District Primary Education Programme (DPEP) which of the following statement/statements is/are correct?
(I) Improving school effectiveness.
(II) Strengthening the alternatives to schooling, particularly the nonformal education system.

• A. Only (I)
• B. Only (II)
• C. Both (I) and (II)
• D. Neither (I) nor (II)

Hint:

DPEP focuses on improving primary education quality and addressing educational access through both formal and non-formal systems.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the objectives of DPEP.
The District Primary Education Programme (DPEP) aims to improve the quality of primary education and strengthen alternatives to traditional schooling, such as non-formal education.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
Option (A):
Incorrect. While improving school effectiveness is part of DPEP, it is not the only objective.
Option (B):
Incorrect. Strengthening alternatives to schooling is one part, but the program also focuses on improving schools.
Option (C):
Correct. Both improving school effectiveness and strengthening non-formal education are key objectives of DPEP.
Option (D):
Incorrect. Both statements are correct.