Access and Uses of ICTs: Can Virtual Learning Be an Alternative Mode of Education in India?

Balakrushna Padhi, Soumen Ray and Lalhriatchiani

Indian Journal of Human Development, 2023, vol. 17, issue 2, 271-289

Abstract: This study analyses household access and persons’ uses of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in India by using the latest National Sample Survey Organization’s (NSSO) Education survey (2017–2018) datasets. Accordingly, an ICT Index is computed, and a logistic model is applied to examine the pattern and likelihood of digital technology usage and access. The result shows that access to ICTs is lower in rural areas and access increases with the level of education. The study also observes that factors like education, income and regional variations are significant aspects of the disproportionate uses and access of ICTs at the household and individual levels. This study also observed that the low level of access to ICTs will be a huge challenge for the Government to ensure alternate online or virtual modes of education.

Keywords: ICTs; education; access; index (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1177/09737030231194858

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