Maharashtra Govt. Passes Order for Implementation of Co-Education in All Schools across the State

Maharashtra makes co-education mandatory in all schools. Existing boys-only and girls-only schools must merge to eliminate the traditional segregation of boys and girls institutions and establish a unified learning environment.

Maharashtra Govt. Passes Order for Implementation Co-Education in All Schools across the State

The Maharashtra Government has taken a historic step toward promoting gender equality and inclusivity in education by issuing a new directive mandating co-education in all schools across the state. This decision aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which advocates inclusive and equitable education systems across India. The order, passed by the School Education Department, aims to eliminate the traditional segregation of boys’ and girls’ institutions and establish a unified learning environment that encourages mutual respect and social balance among students. Under the new policy, the state government has announced that no new single-gender schools will be approved in Maharashtra, and existing schools functioning separately for boys and girls on the same campus will gradually be converted into co-educational institutions. The Education Commissioner of Maharashtra will be supervising its functioning and ensuring that schools adhere to the new rules.

Benefits of Co-Education according to the Maharashtra State Govt. Order

Co-education encourages the boys and girls to intermingle and share their ideas and views, which helps them develop a harmonious relationship with one another.

Advances gender equality and decreases discrimination
Promotes boys' and girls’ mutual respect and understanding
Prepares students for social and professional settings
Enhances communication and interaction among students
Supports more effective use of school assets and plant. Fosters a balance between academics and participating fully in extracurricular activities.

Changes in Implementation

The Maharashtra government has set new rules for making all schools co-educational and merging existing single-sex schools.

No new only boys or only girls schools will be allowed
Existing single-ling schools on the same campus should merge under one registration
Education Commissioner will take care of and approve the merger
Schools may need to upgrade infrastructure, like separate toilets and facilities for boys and girls
Teacher training will be provided for inclusive teaching methods
Monitoring and compliance will be ensured to implement the order effectively

Future implications

Co-education policy will bring long-term changes in schools, students, and society.

Increase in gender equality in classrooms and school activities
Better social interaction and teamwork skills among students
Better school infrastructure to accommodate both boys and girls
Possible changes in entry as parents are compatible with co-educational schooling
Career and life preparation for students in a real-world environment
Given equal education reforms, one can serve as a model for other states

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