About SHAKTI Scholars Young Research Fellowship:
- It is a six-month program aimed at supporting emerging scholars in researching women's issues in India.
- Objectives of SHAKTI Scholars Young Research Fellowship:
- Encourage research on women's issues from a multidisciplinary perspective.
- Promote academic and policy-oriented studies that contribute to gender equality, safety and empowerment.
- Provide opportunities for young scholars to engage in meaningful research that can support the Commission's mandate.
- Duration: 6 months
- Research areas: Women’s safety and dignity, gender-based violence, legal rights and access to justice, cyber safety, implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) framework ETC.
- It is an initiative of National Commission for Women.
- Eligibility for SHAKTI Scholars Young Research Fellowship:
- Academic: Must hold at least a graduate degree; preference is given to those completed or pursuing Masters, M.Phil., or Ph.D. in relevant fields.
- Nationality & Age: The fellowship is open to Indian citizens aged between 21 and 30 years who hold at least a graduation degree from a recognised institution.
- Financial Support: Selected candidates will receive a research grant of Rs 1 lakh to undertake a six-month study.
