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31 July 2026

Jharkhand CM's plea for central scholarship funds

The issue highlights critical challenges in fiscal federalism and the implementation of centrally sponsored welfare schemes, which are core topics for GS2.

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Notes

  • Jharkhand government reports a funding deficit of over ₹700 crore in central scholarship support over the last two financial years.
  • Discrepancies noted in post-matric scholarship funding: In 2024-25, ₹33.57 crore was sanctioned against a demand of ₹353.21 crore; in 2025-26, ₹58.22 crore was sanctioned against a demand of ₹370.87 crore.
  • Discrepancies noted in pre-matric scholarship funding for Backward Class students: In 2024-25, ₹12.61 crore was received against a demand of ₹66.14 crore; in 2025-26, ₹3.95 crore was released against a demand of ₹45.91 crore.
  • State government reports that funding shortfalls have led to delays in scholarship disbursements, impacting lakhs of students.
  • State government has requested an enhancement of central allocations for pre-matric and post-matric scholarships and the resumption of assistance for minority community students.

Questions

  1. Discuss the challenges in the implementation of centrally sponsored scholarship schemes and their impact on the educational outcomes of marginalized sections in India. 150 words
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  2. Examine the role of fiscal federalism in ensuring the effective delivery of social welfare schemes. How do funding gaps between the Centre and States affect the attainment of educational equity in India? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the nature of centrally sponsored scholarship schemes in India?

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