Inspired by movie, Kerala schools remove backbenchers

At Ramavilasom Vocational Higher Secondary School (RVHSS) in Valakom in this South Kerala district, a proud tribute to former student GP Nandana greets visitors at the gate, celebrating her remarkable feat of securing the 2nd rank in Kerala and 47th nationally in the Civil Services Examinations.

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But the school's acclaim doesn't end there, as it has also become a model for innovation in education, thanks to a unique classroom setup that eliminates the idea of backbenchers entirely.

By rearranging seating to ensure every primary student gets equal attention, RVHSS has drawn admiration and imitation.

Influenced by the recently released Malayalam movie, 'Sthanarthi Sreekuttan', the school has brought in an innovative seating arrangement where single row seats are aligned with the four walls of the classroom, so everyone sits in front benches.

Eight schools in Kerala have already adopted this seating arrangement, and even a school in Punjab has adopted it.