Uttar Pradesh is home to many prestigious schools that provide quality education to students. Here's a brief history, summary, and list of top schools in Uttar Pradesh:
History:
The history of education in Uttar Pradesh dates back to ancient times when Nalanda and Taxila universities were established. Later during the medieval period, Islamic education gained popularity, and many schools were established across the state. During the British era, the education system underwent a significant transformation, and modern education institutions were established. After independence, the state government took many initiatives to improve the education system and increase literacy rates.
Summary:
Uttar Pradesh has a literacy rate of 67.7% (as per the 2011 Census), and the state government has taken many initiatives to improve the education system. The state has a mix of government, private, and international schools that offer education in different mediums like English, Hindi, and Urdu. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), and Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) are the popular boards in the state.
Top Schools:
La Martiniere College, Lucknow
St. Francis' College, Lucknow
City Montessori School, Lucknow
Cathedral School, Lucknow
Modern School, Barakhamba Road, Delhi
Mayo College Girls School, Ajmer
The Doon School, Dehradun
Welham Girls' School, Dehradun
Scindia School, Gwalior
Daly College, Indore
Note: The above list is not in any particular order and is for reference purposes only.
Directory of all Schools in Uttar Pradesh State. All CBSE, UP State Board Schools and much more are included here.