Government Schemes and Policy · 24 December 2025

SHAKTI Scholars Young Research Fellowship offers ₹1 lakh grant for women-centric policy research

Exam-focused facts from the 24 December 2025 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The National Commission for Women has launched SHAKTI Scholars: NCW’s Young Research Fellowship programme.
  • The fellowship invites applications from citizens aged 21 to 30 years with a minimum qualification of graduation from a recognised institution.
  • Selected candidates will receive a research grant of one lakh rupees to undertake a six-month research study on women-centric policy issues.

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