International Journal of Development in Social Sciences and Humanities

In the present existence, the individuals, belonging to various categories and backgrounds have recognized the meaning and significance of secondary education. In India, before the country attained its independence as well as after independence in 1947, there have been formulation of number of programs, policies and schemes that have the main objective of bringing about improvements in the system of secondary education, throughout the country.They have realised that through secondary education, they are able to generate awareness in terms of subjects, which they would choose to pursue in higher educational institutions. It is regarded as the primary aspect in leading to progression of the individuals. In order to ensure that this education proves to be worthwhile and advantageous to the students and lead to their effective growth and development, there is a need for the teachers to make use of modern, scientific and innovative methods in the teaching-learning methods, instructional strategies and teaching-learning materials. Throughout the country, there have been developments taking place in the system of secondary education and it is contributing effectively in leading to progression. This research paper primarily focuses upon the aspects of understanding secondary education system, historical development of secondary education in India, and aims of secondary education.