Although 84% of children in Bangladesh complete primary school, less than half go on to finish secondary education, a govt survey reveals
One significant factor is the relatively lower parental expectation for boys’ academic achievement, coupled with the higher economic expectation placed on them to contribute to family income.
Physical infrastructure is a major challenge in ensuring a safe and child-friendly learning environment.
Govt must take proper measures to reverse this situation
In a setback for the country’s primary education system, the school dropout rate saw a sudden rise last year after a steady decline over 14 years, according to a government report.
