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Education remains a pressing issue for Muslims in India, with rising literacy rates overshadowed by high dropout rates in higher education, an article published by Muslim Mirrors revealed yesterday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the author Syed Ali Mujtaba, a 2014 evaluation highlights that socio-economic challenges contribute significantly to this educational crisis, as many Muslims are trapped in low-income jobs, with only 43.39% engaged in salaried employment, primarily in lower-tier positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To combat these challenges, he adds, the government has introduced various scholarship schemes aimed at supporting Muslim students. Initiatives like the Pre & Post Matric Scholarship, Naya Savera for entrance exam coaching, and Padho Pardesh, which subsidizes educational loans, are designed to enhance educational access. Other programs, such as Nai Roshni for women\u2019s leadership and Seekho Aur Kamao for skill development, further aim to uplift the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite these efforts, regions like Nuh in Haryana and Seemanchal in Bihar remain critically underserved, Mujtaba noted. Community leaders and NGOs are urged to collaborate with government education departments to implement these schemes effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He further mentions that the involvement of religious leaders and organizations is also crucial, as they play a pivotal role in promoting education within the community. With grassroots movements gaining momentum, there is hope that education will empower Muslims to secure better jobs and representation in government roles, the author points out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As awareness grows, the Muslim community is beginning to recognize that education is essential for their progress and dignity in India.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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