Teacher Private Tuition: The Calcutta High Court has taken strict action against the private tutoring practices of government school teachers. This move comes at a time when various questions are being raised about the role and accountability of teachers in the state’s education system. Recently, the court has demanded a list of teachers violating this rule, and action has already been initiated against some teachers in the Bankura district. This verdict has sparked a new discussion among the state’s teachers and students.
Background of the Case
It is illegal for government school teachers to engage in private tuition. However, for a long time, many teachers have been ignoring this rule, teaching students for a fee at their homes or in coaching centers. This has raised questions about the quality of education in schools. In many cases, it is observed that teachers who provide private tuition show favoritism towards those students in school as well. A case was filed in the Calcutta High Court seeking a solution to this problem.
In a recent hearing, the petitioner’s lawyer, Ashish Kumar Chowdhury, was directed to submit a list of the teachers violating the rule by Monday or Tuesday. The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education has stated that several teachers have already been identified in the Bankura district, and the process of taking action against them has begun.
The Court’s Stern Stance
The Calcutta High Court has adopted a very strict stance on this matter. The court has inquired which specific department can enforce these regulations more rigorously. The court expressed concern that despite having 32 DIs (District Inspectors), the rule is not being effectively implemented. The name of that department is also to be submitted by Monday, so they can be made a party to the case to ensure effective implementation.
The court has clearly stated that government school teachers who conduct private tuition are “lawbreakers.” The next hearing for this case is scheduled for the upcoming week, and it is expected that more significant directives may be issued on this matter.
Impact on Students and Parents
There has been a mixed reaction among students and parents to the High Court’s move. Many parents feel that they are forced to send their children for private tuition because the quality of education in schools is not up to the mark. According to them, the quality of school education should be improved first, and then the issue of banning private tuition should be considered.
On the other hand, many academicians and parents have welcomed this step. They believe that this will lead to teachers paying more attention in school, and students will become more reliant on school education. This could be a significant step towards improving the state’s education system.
Future Steps
It remains to be seen what steps the state government and the education department will take in this regard. Following the High Court’s strict stance, it is hoped that a permanent and effective solution to the problem of private tuition will emerge. This could open a new horizon in the state’s education system and help brighten the future of the students.
