Q. Which one of the following is the primary objective of the ‘Scheme for Residential Education for Students in High Schools in Targeted Areas (SHRESHTA) scheme’?

[A] It aims to provide scholarships for higher education to students from Scheduled Castes.

[B] It aims to improve the quality of primary education in rural areas.

[C] It aims to bridge the gap in educational opportunities for students from Scheduled Castes in targeted areas.

[D] It aims to promote vocational training and skill development among Scheduled Castes communities.

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation – SHRESHTA is a scheme launched by the Indian government to improve the educational outcomes of Scheduled Castes (SC) students in specific/targeted areas. The scheme aims to bridge the gap in educational opportunities for SC students by providing them with access to high-quality residential education. Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment is the nodal ministry for the scheme. SC students studying in class 8th and 10th in the current academic year are eligible under the scheme.

Source: Forum IAS

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