CTET PAPER II 2021 · PYQ · Pedagogy / School Failure · medium
Children's failure in school
A.suggests that children from deprived backgrounds are not capable of learning.
B.indicates that school has not been able to cater to the needs and interests of these children.✓ Correct
C.proves that these children have genetic birth defects and hence should be pulled out from school.
D.signifies that parents have not been able to support their children to learn.
Explanation
Children's failure in school typically reflects systemic failures—schools not adapting to diverse needs, interests, and backgrounds—rather than failures of the children themselves. Blaming deprived backgrounds, genetics, or parents reflects a deficit perspective that ignores the school's responsibility. Progressive education emphasizes that schools must transform to meet learners' needs, making the second option the correct critical analysis.
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