Name the scheme announced by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to provide monthly stipends to girl students from class 11 to post-graduation.

The correct answer is Nijut Moina . In News Assam Govt. announced a monthly stipend to curb child marriage. Key Points The Assam CM, Himanta Biswa Sarma, announced the scheme during a press conference on June 6, 2024. The scheme's name is 'Nijut Moina'. The primary aim of 'Nijut Moina' is to prevent child marriages and support the education of girls. It includes monthly stipends for girl students from class 11 to post-graduation. The stipend amounts are Rs 1,000 for classes 11 and 12, Rs 1,250 for degree students, and Rs 2,500 for post-graduate students. The scheme excludes daughters of ministers, MLAs, MPs, and students studying in private colleges. It will be funded with an estimated budget of Rs 1,500 crore over five years. The goal is to make girls financially independent and increase their enrollment in higher education. Married girls generally won't benefit, except if enrolled in post-graduation.