Gender Spectrum in Schools: Policies and Practices for Inclusion

Prachi Panwar is a doctoral research scholar in the School of Education, Pondicherry University, Puducherry. She completed her B.Sc. B.Ed. from the Regional Institute of Education, Ajmer, M.Sc. from Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow (Central University), and M.Ed. from the Central University of Gujarat, where she was awarded the Gold Medal. Her academic interests include gender inclusion, sociology of education, teacher education, and qualitative researches. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. with a focus on contemporary issues in education.

Dr. Bhukya Devender is an Senior Assistant Professor in the School of Education, Pondicherry University, Puducherry. He has more than fifteen years of teaching and research experience in teacher education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He holds M.Ed., M.A. (Sociology), M.A. (English), M.C.J., M.Com., Ph.D., and Post Doctoral Fellowship (UGC) in Education. His areas of specialization include Teacher Education, Tribal Education, and Sociology of Education. Dr. Devender has successfully completed an ICSSR-sponsored research project on the socialization and academic achievement of tribal students. He has published extensively in UGC Care and Scopus-indexed journals and has contributed several chapters to edited volumes. He is also the author/editor of multiple books on education and tribal studies published by reputed national publishers. He is a life member of AIAER and IATE.

Ashad Ullah Qureshi an accomplished scholar, holds multiple degrees from Cambridge University and Rajiv Gandhi Technical University, including M.Tech, B.Tech, and BEC. His research and development endeavors have significantly improved the lives of students, earning him recognition for his contributions to computer science and engineering. Ashad’s prolific academic career is reflected in numerous research papers published in esteemed International Journals, over 80 authored books, and 10+ Scopus & SCI papers, showcasing his dedication to advancing knowledge across various domains. Moreover, his innovative mindset is evident from the two patents he holds. Noteworthy among his achievements is the invention of the Student Welfare Smart Machine, a revolutionary Student KIOSK for printing solutions, transforming student services. Acknowledged with the Young Scientist Award by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, New Delhi, Ashad Ullah Qureshi is hailed as an elite academician. His intellectual brilliance, commitment to student welfare, and remarkable research output have left a profound impact on academia and society. Continuously inspiring others to strive for excellence and push the boundaries of knowledge, he paves the way for a brighter future.