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Inclusive education advocates improvement of schools in all dimensions to fulfil the educational needs of all children. It recommends that children with special needs should place in regular classrooms and provided with the necessary services and support. In spite of several endeavour made by the Government and other educational agencies in India, the dream of inclusive education for all students with special needs remains unfulfilled. This research paper discusses the historical background of inclusion in education and the development of policies related to inclusive education in India and the challenges in implementation of these policies. It also suggests recommendations for improvements in implementation of inclusive education.