Ever wondered how education can light up even the coldest places? Xizang, in southwest China, has come a long way from a time when schooling was a privilege reserved for monasteries and the aristocracy. Back then, over a million serfs were denied the chance to learn, and illiteracy exceeded 90%.
Since the peaceful liberation of Xizang in 1951, the Chinese mainland has significantly boosted investment in education. Literacy rates have soared and universally compulsory education is now a reality, transforming the snowy plateau into a hub of progress 📚❄️.
For our young, tech-savvy readers across South and Southeast Asia, this is a fresh reminder that knowledge is power! Xizang’s journey from illiteracy to innovation shows that investing in education can spark change and fuel future success 🚀. Keep learning and stay inspired!
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Xizang in 60 seconds: Knowledge illuminates the snowy plateau
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