Mountain students to suffer more as off Sundays pile on learning holidays
Summary
Federal government's uniform academic calendar faces challenges in Nepal's mountainous regions due to climate, seasonal migration, and infrastructural issues, disrupting schooling and syllabus completion.
Key Points
- Mountain students miss significant school time due to seasonal migration for Yarsagumba collection and harsh weather conditions.
- Federal government's imposed uniform academic calendar and Sunday holiday policy are impractical in mountainous districts like Karnali, disrupting education.
- There is a severe shortage of secondary-level teachers in core subjects like Science, Maths, and English in Karnali's remote schools, affecting SEE results.
- Declining Secondary Education Examination pass rates in Karnali reflect systemic educational challenges including irregular attendance, weather, and teacher vacancies.
