Transforming Secondary Education in Sikkim: An Evaluation of the Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan by Yodida Bhutia Nabin Manger

Evaluation of the Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) and its impact on secondary education in the state of Sikkim is presented in this book. Launched in 2010, RMSA represents a significant effort by the Government of India to enhance secondary education through improved access, quality, and equity. Each chapter explores various aspects of this program, from its implementation strategies and financial patterns to its effects on infrastructure and equity in Sikkim. By analysing the program’s performance in Sikkim and its successes and shortcomings, to offer valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and researchers. The book chapters examine the current state of secondary education in Sikkim, highlighting enrolment trends, pupil-teacher ratios, dropout rates, and infrastructural developments. It emphasizes the importance of understanding local contexts to achieve RMSA’s goals of accessibility, quality, and equity effectively. The book presents a detailed evaluation of RMSA’s influence on secondary education in Sikkim, offering insights for further development of Secondary Education in Sikkim.