Comparative study of self-confidence and academic achievement of children of SOS children's village having low and high anxiety

Abstract

The universal declaration of Human Rights proclaimed by the United Nations in Dec. 1948 (Article -26) observes "Everyone in the world -men, women, boys and girls of all ages have the fundamental right to education". The whole purpose of education in a country like India is to develop and enhance the potential of human resources and progressively transform it into a knowledge society. This can only be done through quality teachers and with quality content. It is well recognized that a vibrant civil society which is responsive to the needs of the less fortunate and marginalised community plays a crucial role in promoting and building an equitable and just society. In the present day society, one of the most vulnerable sections of the society is "children in distress" who have lost their homes and parents in traumatic circumstances. Despite significant economic and technologies strides made by the country, thousands of such children still go hungry, with no education and without a home to call their own. It, therefore, becomes imperative for the socially responsible citizens and organisations to partner initiatives, that will help these children acquire a life of dignity. Many childcare organisations are working for the betterment of children in distress, a few of these provide needy children an emotional anchoring of a family. The SOS Children's Villages of India, with its innovative and unique childcare concept, has thousands of such children growing up in a 'home-like' environment in its children's villages spread across the country.