What does SPARSH stand for in Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana?

What does SPARSH stand for in Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana? Correct Answer Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude & Research in Stamps as a Hobby.

  • Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude & Research in Stamps as a Hobby (SPARSH) is a pan-India scholarship program launched as Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana by the Ministry of Communications to increase the reach of Philately, which is a hobby of collection and study of Postage stamps.
  • Under the scheme, annual scholarships will be awarded to children of Standard VI to IX having a good academic record and pursuing Philately as a hobby through a competitive selection process in all postal circles.
  • The amount of Scholarship will be Rs. 6000/- per anum @ Rs. 500/- per month.

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