Inclusive Higher Education and the Persistence of Access Inequities Among Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Communities in India
Acceptance: 04/05/2026
Published: 06/06/2026
Abstract
The advanced education system in India has been witnessing a rapid-fire growth, with an registration Inclusive advanced education has come an important thing in India’s educational policy, especially after the expansion of universities, reservation programs, literacy, and government weal schemes. These measures aim to give equal openings for scholars from socio- economically underprivileged communities similar as slated gentries( SCs), slated lines( STs), Other Backward Classes( OBCs), nonages, pastoral populations, and economically weaker sections. Despite these sweats, significant inequalities in access to advanced education still persist. numerous scholars from marginalized backgrounds face walls similar as poverty, lack of quality training, limited access to digital coffers, social demarcation, language difficulties, and shy academic support. The gap between policy intentions and factual issues highlights the structural challenges within the Indian education system. While registration in advanced education has increased in recent times, scholars from underprivileged groups frequently struggle to enter prestigious institutions, complete their education, and access employment openings after scale. Factors similar as indigenous difference, gender inequalities, fiscal constraints, and limited mindfulness about educational openings further consolidate these injuries. Inclusive advanced education thus requires further than just adding the number of institutions or seats. It demands probative literacy surroundings, fiscal backing, mentoring programs, bettered academy medication, and programs that address social and profitable walls faced by marginalized scholars. Strengthening institutional support systems and promoting social addition within premises can help reduce these inequalities. This study highlights the continuing challenges of access to advanced education among socio- economically underprivileged communities in India and emphasizes the need for further effective and inclusive educational programs. Addressing these inequalities is essential for achieving social justice, equal occasion, and sustainable public development.
Author Name:
Shefali Javed
Pages:
285-301
DOI Number:
10.5281/zenodo.20566814
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Writer Name
Shefali Javed
Pages
285-301
DOI Numbers
10.5281/zenodo.20566814
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