New Delhi, March 7 -- The pivotal role of education in the progress of any society cannot be overestimated. Education is the backbone of any country's system. Despite its significance for any nation, Pakistan is lagging in this sector. According to a study by the World Bank, 23 million people between the ages of 5 and 16 in Pakistan are out of school. The literacy rate of Pakistan is 60.5 %, according to the census of 2023. The District Education Performance Index (DEPIx) presented it report on the current state of Pakistan's education system last year based on the available data of 134 country districts. The report reflects the grim reality that Pakistan is at 53 out of 100 at the national level, which means "low" on the performance inde...