Decline of Inefficient Education and State Duty In Britain
The piece argues that drastic population improvement and reduced poverty are needed alongside education. It criticizes Lord Sandon’s plan for 4 million children with 25 000 certificated teachers as insufficient and notes many schools rely on pupil teachers awaiting college admission. It blames sectarian constraints, irregular attendance, and poor teaching for wasted funds and poor outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oram
Neston
Lord Sandon
Forster
Utside
Old Sandon
England
John Bull
Salisbury Bill Creates Indian Public Works Minister
The article lauds Lord Salisbury for appointing a unified Minister of Public Works for India with a seat on the Governor General's Council. It notes the plan has passed the Lords and awaits Commons passage, argues the reform will curb waste and famine risk, and urges a highly qualified candidate, ideally with railway and irrigation expertise, possibly a native Indian appointee.
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Lord Salisbury
Government of
India
India Office
Calcutta
House of Lords
House of Commons
Parliament
Central Asia
Bengal
Muhammedan
England
Lord Sandhurst
India Councils
Lord Mayo
Empire