According to reports, the Social Justice Ministry discovered schools under the SHRESHTA scheme demanding unauthorized fees from Scheduled Caste students. Key highlights:
• Schools asking for deposits under false pretexts like admission, uniforms, and books
• SHRESHTA scheme aims to offer free high school education to SC students
• Approximately 15,000 SC students benefit from the scheme
Officials stated that schools violating the scheme’s guidelines will face consequences. This development raises concerns about ensuring equal access to education for marginalized communities in India.
Source: Education News Today | The Hindu