The role of education in facilitating social
and economic progress is well recognized. It opens
up opportunities leading to both individual and
group entitlements. Education, in its broadest sense
of development of youth, is the most crucial input for
empowering people with skills and knowledge and
giving them access to productive employment in
future. Improvements in education are not only
expected to enhance efficiency but also augment the
overall quality of life. The Eleventh Plan places the
highest priority on education as a central instrument
for achieving rapid and inclusive growth. It presents
a comprehensive strategy for strengthening the education
sector covering all segments of the education
pyramid.