New Delhi: The Indian government has introduced several initiatives to enhance education accessibility, quality, and affordability. These schemes cover school education, higher education, vocational training, and financial support for marginalized communities.
1. School Education Schemes
– *Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA):* Integrates multiple programs to improve school education.
– *Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDM)/PM Poshan:* Provides nutritious meals to students to encourage attendance.
– *National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS):* Financial aid for economically weaker students.
– *Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP):* Promotes girl child education through awareness and financial support.
– *Scheme for Providing Quality Education in Madrasas (SPQEM):* Modernizes madrasa education with science, math, and English.
2. Higher Education Schemes
– *National Scholarship Portal (NSP):* A single-window platform for various scholarships.
– *Pragati Scholarship for Girls:* Financial support for female students in technical education.
– *Saksham Scholarship Scheme:* Assistance for students with disabilities.
– *Ishan Uday Scholarship:* Support for students from the North-Eastern Region.
– *Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF):* Encourages top graduates to pursue Ph.D. in IITs and IISc.
– *AICTE Swanath Scholarship:* Helps students who lost parents due to COVID-19 or other reasons.
3. Technical and Vocational Education Schemes
– *Skill India Mission (PMKVY):* Provides short-term training and certification in vocational skills.
– *National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS):* Encourages apprenticeship training for industry exposure.
– *Digital Learning Platforms:* SWAYAM, DIKSHA, and NPTEL offer online education resources.
4. Special Education Schemes for Marginalized Communities
– *Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA):* Improves higher education infrastructure.
– *National Programme for Education of Girls at Elementary Level (NPEGEL):* Supports additional learning for girls in rural areas.
– *Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students:* Financial aid for students from marginalized communities.
– *Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship Schemes:* Scholarships for SC/ST students, including support for overseas studies.
These initiatives reaffirm the government’s commitment to inclusive and quality education, ensuring learning opportunities for all sections of society.
