T he Indian education system is one of the largest and most complex in the world. The complexity of the system stems from India’s need to maintain standard and uniformity, while giving scope for its diverse culture and heritage to grow and flourish across the length and breadth of the country. The Indian education system has made significant progress in recent years. Recognizing the importance of education in national development, the Twelfth Plan (2012–2017) has placed an unprecedented focus on the expansion of education, to improve significantly the quality of education imparted and to ensure that educational opportunities are available to all segments of the society. Educational Institutions in India are owned either by the government (central/ state/ local government bodies) or by the private sector (individuals, trusts or societies). School education in India falls under the control of The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) via various central and state