Money sent to help the poor in India ends up in the pockets of corrupt officials...

As an idea, it is beyond reproach. An end to child labour, education for all and free school books for every Indian primary school pupil.

It is called Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan — Education For All — and the logo for the project is a jaunty cartoon of two tiny Indian children sitting astride a giant pencil, happily learning to read.

The reality, however, leaves a lot to be desired. This Indian development programme has been tragically pillaged by officials, who have robbed impoverished children of their hopes. More...

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