45 New Subjects to be started in 36 schools of the state | 19 Jul 2023

Why in News?

On July 18, 2023, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has taken an important decision towards providing better education to the students and approved the proposal to introduce 45 new subjects in 36 schools of the state and create necessary posts for the teaching of these subjects.

Key Points:

• One subject each will be started in 27 out of 36 schools in the state and two subjects each in 9 schools. Of these, 6 in Jaipur, 4 in Alwar, 3 each in Bharatpur, Dausa, Jalore, 2 each in Banswara, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Hanumangarh, Nagaur, 1 each in Ajmer, Bhilwara, Sriganganagar, Karauli, Sikar, Tonk and Udaipur are included.
• For the introduction of new subjects in these schools, one post of school lecturer per subject will be created. In this way, a total of 45 posts will be created.
• Apart from this, Biology subjects will be started in one school each in Alwar and Udaipur. One post of Laboratory Assistant will also be created for these schools.
• It is worth mentioning that the Chief Minister had announced to introduce a new subject in the budget for the year 2023-24.
• With this approval, students will get opportunities to study by choosing their favourite subject near their residence.