Children with disabilities in private inclusive schools in Mumbai: experiences and challenges

Ashima Das and Ruth Kattumuri

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Abstract: 'Inclusive education’ policy has been introduced in India, however the concept is in its infancy This qualitative study analyses the case of children with disabilities studying in private inclusive schools of Mumbai. It discusses the development of self concept, elucidates the benefits and challenges of children with disabilities in inclusive education. We then suggest recommendations for improvements in implementing inclusive education in India.

Keywords: children with disabilities; inclusive education; self concept; developing countries; Mumbai (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: H20 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 52 pages
Date: 2010
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