Sudha Murty Advocates Mandatory Training and Exams for Teachers Every Three Years
New Delhi, 12 March 2025: Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty has called for a mandatory training and examination system for teachers every three years, emphasising that continuous learning is crucial to improving the quality of education. Speaking during a discussion on the working of the Ministry of Education, Murty underscored that teachers are the backbone of the education system, and without their growth, no infrastructural investment in schools can bring true progress.
Murty highlighted that technology and teaching methodologies are constantly evolving, and educators need to stay updated to deliver high-quality education. She pointed out that while teachers undergo training sessions, there is no system in place to assess their learning through examinations.
“Teachers, once they pass their BA, MA, or even PhD, enter the education system, but after that, they do not take any exams until retirement. This should not happen. Every three years, they should undergo training and be tested on new techniques or knowledge. Otherwise, there will be no improvement,” Murty asserted.