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Who was the Chairman of Secondary Education Commission set up in 1952?

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UGC NET 2018 Home Science Question Paper (08-Jul-2018)
The correct answer is

Dr. A.L. Mudaliar

The Secondary Education Commission was set up by the Government of India in 1952 to improve the quality of secondary education and to look into various problems plaguing the secondary education system in the country. One of the pivotal roles in this commission was that of the Chairman, who was responsible for guiding the discussions and ensuring the commission's objectives were met.

The Chairman of the Secondary Education Commission of 1952 was Dr. A.L. Mudaliar. Under his leadership, the commission made several important recommendations that helped shape the future of secondary education in India. Dr. Mudaliar's contributions were significant in reforming educational policies and frameworks.

Let's briefly rule out the incorrect options provided:

  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: Known for his role in drafting the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambedkar was not associated with the Secondary Education Commission.
  • Sh. K.C. Pant: He was a prominent Indian politician but was not involved with this specific commission.
  • Dr. S. Radhakrishnan: A renowned philosopher and statesman, he was associated with higher education reforms, particularly through the University Education Commission (1948-49), but not with the Secondary Education Commission of 1952.

Therefore, the correct answer is Dr. A.L. Mudaliar.

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