West Bengal Bars New Teachers From Contesting Polls
West Bengal has stopped new teachers in State-run and aided schools from contesting elections. The government says the aim is to improve the quality of education. Several teachers' associations have criticised the move, which affects teachers who join from now on.
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Context: Many government school teachers in India are restricted from contesting elections so that their classroom duties and political neutrality are protected. The debate is about balancing teachers' rights with the quality of schooling.
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