Scheduled Tribe students in Jammu and Kashmir need better support, says teacher
Teacher Mudasir Gani Khan highlights how geography and economic pressures impact the learning of tribal children in remote areas.
Teacher Mudasir Gani Khan has stated that Scheduled Tribe students in remote parts of Jammu and Kashmir require better teaching, proper support, and equal opportunities to pursue their ambitions, according to the Kashmir Observer.
Khan, who teaches in a school where all enrolled students belong to the Scheduled Tribe community, noted that learning difficulties are often mistaken for a lack of ability.
He said that factors such as geography, household finances, limited educational support at home, and inadequate school facilities influence how much a child learns.
The teacher observed that many students depend almost entirely on teachers for academic guidance because parents often face economic pressures or have limited formal education.
Khan argued that schools should provide patient instruction, regular attendance, and timely remedial teaching to identify learning gaps, rather than relying solely on examinations.
He also stated that educational authorities must ensure remote institutions receive basic necessities, including safe classrooms, clean drinking water, functional toilets, and electricity.