Executive Summary:
The document presents data on the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Schemes for minority students in India from the financial years 2019-20 to 2021-22. It details the number of beneficiaries and the amount disbursed by state/UT. The schemes are Central Sector Schemes with 100% Central Share disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme has not been approved for implementation beyond 2021-22.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Scheme Overview:**
* The schemes aim to provide educational and socio-economic empowerment to minorities, especially economically weaker sections.
* These are Central Sector Schemes fully funded by the central government.
* Scholarships are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
* **Beneficiary Allocation:**
* State/UT-wise quotas for beneficiaries are determined based on Census data.
* **Data on Scholarship Disbursement (2019-20 to 2021-22):**
* Annexure I provides detailed information on the number of beneficiaries and the amount disbursed under the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Schemes, broken down by state/UT and financial year.
* The data source is the National Scholarships Portal.
* **Scheme Status:**
* The scholarship schemes were not approved for implementation beyond 2021-22.
Impact Analysis:
* **Minority Students:**
* *Impact:* Provides financial assistance for education (Pre-Matric and Post-Matric).
* *Action Required:* (For historical data) Apply for and utilize scholarship funds based on eligibility criteria and state/UT quotas (Up to 2021-22).
* **State/UT Governments:**
* *Impact:* Responsible for implementing and monitoring the scholarship schemes within their jurisdiction.
* *Action Required:* (For historical data) Manage the application process, disburse funds through DBT, and ensure compliance with scheme guidelines up to 2021-22.
* **Ministry of Minority Affairs:**
* *Impact:* Oversees the scholarship schemes, allocates funds, and formulates policies for minority education.
* *Action Required:* Review and potentially revise the schemes for future implementation, considering the demand and educational needs of economically weaker students from minority communities.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Minority Affairs: The Indian government ministry responsible for the welfare of minority communities.
SHRI CHARANJIT SINGH CHANNI: Member of Parliament who raised the question about the scholarship schemes.
SHRI KIREN RIJIJU: The Minister of Minority Affairs who answered the question in the Lok Sabha.
PreMatric Scholarship Scheme: A scholarship scheme for minority students studying in classes before matriculation (typically before class 10).
PostMatric Scholarship Scheme: A scholarship scheme for minority students studying in classes after matriculation (typically after class 10).
Direct Benefit Transfer DBT: A mechanism for transferring subsidies directly to beneficiaries through their bank accounts.
Andhra Pradesh: A state in India where the scholarship schemes are implemented.
Telangana: A state in India where the scholarship schemes are implemented.