Disruption of Academic Activities due to Religious Activities

What was asked, and of whom?

The question asked by Shri Rajkumar Roat sought details on disruptions to academic activities due to religious events in Rajasthan, including instances, rules, and complaints, and whether guidelines would be formulated to ensure secularism in educational institutions. The Ministry of Education provided the answer.

Who asked / answered

Shri Rajkumar Roat (asked), Ministry of Education (answered)

What the government said

• Education is a subject in the concurrent list of the Constitution
• State Governments and UT Administrations manage schools
• Shivira calendar published by Directorate of Education Bikaner
• National Education Policy 2020
• No specific provisions regarding religious activities in schools under centrally sponsored schemes
• Matters fall under State/UT Government and school management

Points worth noting

• The answer does not provide any specific data on the number of disruptions or complaints in Rajasthan as requested in parts (a) and (b).
• The answer states that the National Education Policy 2020 aims to instill pride in being Indian and respect for constitutional values, but does not directly address the question about secularism or guidelines for preventing disruptions.