INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN INDIA POST-INDEPENDENCE

Near about 10% of the world's population is affected with a disability, and a large amount of these people live in developing countries. India is a country with strong disability legislation. The Government of India has started numerous plans and policies in the field of special education after the independence. This paper explores about the important policy perspectives and provides an overview of the national supported programmeswhich have a focus on inclusive education.Successful implementation of a programme is essential for its success and thus this paper also tries to identify the gaps in the system of implementation. The Government of India needs to bridge the gaps in their education system to build a strong system of inclusive education in India.