Abstract

The tea industry in West Bengal has historically contributed immensely to India's economy. The tea tribe community, the backbone of this industry, has long been socio-economically marginalized, particularly in education. Despite several welfare schemes by the government, the educational advancement within this community is limited. This study aims to replicate and expand upon a previous analytical study focusing on tea garden workers' attitudes towards their children's higher education. Using a structured questionnaire administered to 50 respondents in the Jalpaiguri District, findings reveal that while some parents exhibit aspirations for higher education, a majority still hold unfavorable attitudes. This study aims to understand the socio economic and cultural dimensions shaping parental perspectives and provides actionable recommendations.