Q. With reference to the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023 Report, which of the following statements are correct?
1.The ASER 2023 report focuses on rural youth aged 14-18, specifically on their ability to apply reading and math skills to everyday situations, and their aspirations.
2.STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is the most popular among rural youth enrolled in higher education (Std XI and above).
3.Females are better at reading in their regional language, while males excel in arithmetic and English.
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Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The ASER 2023 report focuses on assessing the ability of rural youth aged 14-18 to apply their reading and math skills in everyday situations, as well as their aspirations and economic perceptions. The ASER 2023 report states that among rural youth aged 14-18, females tend to perform better in reading in their regional language, while males perform better in arithmetic and English. The report also highlights gender disparities in digital access and skills, with males having greater access to digital devices and being more proficient in using them.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The report mentions that the most commonly chosen fields of study are Arts/Humanities/Commerce, followed by Engineering/Technology/Science, and Medical/Paramedical.
Source: Forum IAS
