India, Sept. 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Financial assistance can play an important role in enabling students from disadvantaged communities to pursue higher education, overcome financial constraints and build confidence to achieve their academic aspirations. Targeted support can also create opportunities for beneficiaries to inspire others in their communities to pursue advanced education.
Minakashi, a 36-year-old PhD Research Scholar belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community, aspired to build a career in teaching, research and the scientific field at a reputed university. Financial instability, however, posed a significant challenge in continuing her higher studies.
Coming from a community where access to ...