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HCS (Haryana)Prelims2024General Studies
Question
Consider the following statements relating to free coaching scheme under the umbrella scheme ‘SHREYAS’: 1. It provides coaching of good quality for economically disadvantaged SCs, OBCs and Minorities. 2. The ceiling of total family income under the scheme is Rs 8 Lakhs per annum. 3. The ratio of SC and OBC students is. 70: 30 and 30 percent seats are reserved for females in each category. 4. The ratio of SCs, OBCs and minority students have been fixed at 50 : 30 : 20. How many of the statements given above are correct?
Options
- A 1, 2 and 3 only
- B 1, 2 and 4 only
- C 2 and 3 only
- D 2 and 4 only
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Correct Answer
C 2 and 3 only
Model Answer
SHREYAS
- Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS) is an umbrella scheme, under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
- It aims for the Educational Empowerment of OBC & Economically Backward Class (EBC) students by way of awarding fellowships (financial assistance) in obtaining quality higher education and interest subsidy on educational loans for overseas studies. Hence, statement 1 and 4 are incorrect.
The umbrella scheme of "SHREYAS" comprises 4 central sector sub-schemes.
Free Coaching Scheme for SCs and OBCs
- Objective: Provide coaching of high quality to economically disadvantaged SCs and OBCs for competitive exams and admission to technical and professional institutions.
- Income Ceiling: Family income under the scheme is capped at 8 lakhs per annum. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
- Slot Allocation: 3500 slots are allotted annually.
- Gender Inclusivity: 30% of slots are reserved for females in both categories.
- Allocation ratio: The SC: OBC ratio is 70:30, ensuring equitable access. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Additional Information
Other three sub-schemes are
- Top-Class Education for SCs: Recognize and promote quality education among SC students, covering studies beyond the 12th class.
- National Overseas Scheme for SCs: Financial assistance is provided to the selected students from SCs; De-notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes; landless agricultural labourers and traditional artisan categories, for pursuing masters and Ph.D. level courses abroad.
- National Fellowship for SC Students: This fellowship supports SC students pursuing M.Phil/Ph.D. degrees in Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences in Indian Universities/Institutions/Colleges recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).