Barriers to Education: The Role of Gender Bias in Parental Decision-Making in India

By: Nisar Rashid (J&K) In India, access to education remains a major concern, with gender inequities influencing educational attainment. Despite recent advances, strongly embedded societal conventions and gender prejudices continue to impact parental decisions about their children’s education, particularly for girls. This article addresses the intricate interplay of factors that contribute to gender-based educational hurdles […]

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AMU Makes History: First Female Vice-Chancellor Appointed After 103 Years

Professor Naima Khatoon has been appointed as the first female Vice-Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University, marking a historic moment in the institution’s 103-year history. Professor Gulrez had been serving as the Acting Vice-Chancellor since April 2023. Professor Naima Khatoon is the wife of the active Vice-Chancellor. Prior to her appointment, Begum Sultan Jahan of Bhopal […]

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MANUU: Maulana Azad National Urdu University Admissions Open for 2024-25 Academic Year

Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) has commenced the admissions process for the academic year 2024-25, opening avenues for aspiring students to pursue higher education in Urdu medium. The online application portal for both Entrance Based and Merit Based programs became accessible on April 3, 2024, marking the beginning of an exciting journey for prospective […]

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UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023: Muslim Candidates Shine in Top Ranks

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) recently announced the results of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023, showcasing remarkable achievements by Muslim candidates. Out of a total of 1,016 successful candidates, 50 were from the Muslim community. While the top three ranks were secured by Aditya Srivastava, Animesh Pradhan, and […]

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