Jakarta, Aug. 19 -- Indonesia's Law Minister Supratman Andi Agtas has offered scholarships to three student flag raisers in Southwest Papua whose act of solidarity during an Independence Day ceremony went viral online.

Agtas said here Tuesday that he would give the students -- Kristo Dimara, Afgan Sapulete and Frans Beto Kolowa -- access to the ministry's civil service polytechnic program.

"In addition to the scholarship, I will also fulfill their personal request for motorcycles as a token of appreciation for their dedication and bravery," he said.

The trio drew national attention after video footage showed their unity during the 80th Independence Day celebration.

Kristo, positioned in the front row, fainted mid-ceremony. Without hes...