A Critical Analysis of Progress of Inclusive Education in Terms of Direct Services Provided to Children with Special Needs in Odisha

Abstract

The objective of the present study was to analyse the progress of inclusive education in terms of direct services provided to children with special needs in Odisha. Sample of the present study consisted of one state coordinator and five district co-ordinators that were selected purposively. Information Blank cum Interview Schedule was developed by the investigators in consultation with experts. The findings emerged were i) Odisha was having low identified CWSN in comparison to National figure; ii) Ganjam was the only district to have 100% enrolment in 2011-12; except Ganjam and Khordha enrolment of CWSN in rest of the sample districts along with the state of Odisha declined from the year 2009-10