Diverse Educational Backgrounds: Indian Ministers' Academic Profiles Unveiled

A new report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) highlights the diverse educational qualifications of India's ministers. Among 71 ministers, 11 have completed up to 12th standard, while 57 are graduates or above. This includes 14 graduates, 10 professionals, 26 postgraduates, 7 doctorates, and 3 diploma holders.


PTI | New Delhi | Updated: 11-06-2024 17:43 IST | Created: 11-06-2024 17:43 IST
Diverse Educational Backgrounds: Indian Ministers' Academic Profiles Unveiled
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A recent report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has shed light on the educational qualifications of India's ministers, showing a broad spectrum of academic backgrounds. Among the 71 ministers analyzed, 11 have reported their highest educational qualification as 12th standard. This accounts for about 15 per cent of the total.

The majority, however, display a higher level of education. According to ADR, 57 ministers, representing 80 per cent, hold qualifications at the graduate level or above. This cohort includes 14 ministers with basic university degrees, 10 with professional graduate degrees, and 26 postgraduates.

Seven ministers have reached the pinnacle of academic achievement by earning doctorate degrees. Additionally, three ministers possess specialized diplomas in vocational or technical fields, illustrating the diversity in educational paths among the country's political leaders.

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