In terms of the quality of its education system, Pakistan ranks 152nd out of 190 countries, as per the World Bank’s Human Capital Index 2020. This score reflects relatively low levels of learning outcomes and educational attainment.
While visiting different parts of my native province of Sindh, one can feel that there is a dire need to build a number of new schools and renew existing ones, ensure access to clean drinking water and sanitary facilities for children, build school playgrounds, and equip classrooms with the necessary educational materials including desks and chairs.
Tasleem Naz Abro
Islamabad
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