Education performance index shows 13-mark fall in Karnataka's score
Bengaluru: The state is experiencing a fall in the Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 released by the Ministry of Education, losing marks in the 'learning outcomes and quality' domain.
While the state had scored 562 marks out of 1,000 in 2022-23 academic year, it has received only 549 in 2023-24, a reduction of 13 marks, according to a report by Deccan Herald.
Up to 73 different parameters are taken into consideration while calculating the overall score, majorly in the six domains of 'Learning outcomes and quality'; 'Access'; 'Infrastructure and facilities'; 'Equity'; 'Governance process' and 'Teacher education and training'.
The Union government had given 10 grades, based on the scores of various states. Based on the state's performance in all categories, it had received a score of 21-30 per cent and was placed in the grade 'Akanshi-1'.
While more than 14 other states also received the grade, the lowest grade is 'Akanshi-3' for a score up to 10% between 401 and 460.
The PIG report analyses 'Learning outcomes and quality' taking into consideration the performance of students in language, mathematics, social science and science in Classes 3, 5 and 8. Karnataka has reportedly shown no improvement in the domain, with its score standing at 59.4 out of 240 in 2022-23 as well as 2023-24, in spite of new programmes implemented by the government.
There has been an improvement of about 12 marks in 'Access', rising from 63.8 in 2022-23 to 67.7 in 2023-24.
Experts have opined that the government has been focusing on improving the infrastructure by relying on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds and neglecting issues related to quality of education.
The PGI 2.0 is aligned with the Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE) Plus. The PGI structure comprises a total of 1,000 points across 73 indicators grouped under outcome and governance management categories. These categories are further divided into six domains. The score of each indicator is arrived at by multiplying proportionate score of the indicator with weightage of that indicator. The lowest grade is called Akanshi-3.
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If you have a conscience, apologize to the people: R Ashoka slams Yathindra over Nalwadi comparison
Bengaluru: Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka launched a scathing attack on MLC Dr. Yathindra, demanding that he retract his controversial statement comparing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to the late Maharaja Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar. Ashoka urged Yathindra to apologize to the people of Karnataka if he had even a shred of conscience and any respect for the Mysuru royal lineage.
In a strongly worded social media post on Sunday, Ashoka stated, “Comparing Siddaramaiah to Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar is nothing short of absurd. Where is Nalwadi, who was bestowed the title of ‘Rajarshi’ by Mahatma Gandhi himself, and where is Siddaramaiah, who has stooped to being a puppet in the hands of fake Gandhis for the sake of power?”
He continued his critique by contrasting the enduring legacy of Nalwadi, remembered fondly by Kannadigas for his people-centric development, with what he termed as Siddaramaiah’s failure to manage Karnataka’s economy, burdening every household with debt.
Ashoka highlighted several stark differences, while Nalwadi built Mysore University over a century ago, Siddaramaiah is shutting down nine universities due to lack of funds. Nalwadi famously sold his family’s gold to build the KRS dam, whereas Siddaramaiah is accused of grabbing 14 sites meant for the public. Nalwadi established Bhadravati Iron & Steel Plant, Sandalwood Soap Factory, and Mysore Paper Mills. In contrast, Ashoka claimed Siddaramaiah's governance drove away industries, investors, and entrepreneurs. Nalwadi pioneered reservations for the backward classes long before it became mainstream. Siddaramaiah, Ashoka alleged, is reducing social justice to a gimmick by sticking labels on doors in the name of surveys.
While acknowledging Yathindra’s emotional attachment to his father, Ashoka emphasized that comparing Siddaramaiah to a visionary like Nalwadi was “laughable, baseless, and a gross insult” to the late king.
In his concluding remarks, Ashoka slammed the government for ignoring farmers’ needs despite an early monsoon. He accused the administration of being caught up in internal power struggles and negligence, forcing farmers into despair. “This government will not be spared from the curse of the farmers,” he warned.
