Uttar Pradesh Expands Sanskrit Scholarship Scheme
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Sanskrit Scholarship Scheme |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Key Expansion | Supports 69,195 students with a budget of Rs. 586 lakh |
| Previous Beneficiaries | 300 students |
| Eligibility | Open to all qualified Sanskrit students; no strict age limits |
| Focus | Encouraging Sanskrit's relevance in fields like computer science |
| Gurukul Revival | Improves residential facilities and hiring of qualified teachers |
| Vedic Science Center | Facilitates research integrating traditional Sanskrit knowledge with science |
| Historical Context | Gurukul system: ancient Indian education; Nalanda: oldest university |
| Global Attraction | Indian knowledge systems attracted students worldwide |