BriefTea
Every story in sixty words
Get the free app no ads · no paywallExplained in plain English
In India, some private schools do receive government funding, particularly those serving disadvantaged students, to help cover costs. However, many operate independently, relying solely on fees. Ramabai's story highlights how expensive education can be, regardless of whether a school gets state aid, pushing families to make huge sacrifices.
Stories that explain this
Indian mum wins barefoot race to fund daughters' educationQuestions this opens up
Do all private schools charge fees? What are 'public-private partnerships'? How much do Indian schools cost?Related explainers
How much do private schools cost? Are private schools regulated? What is the role of private schools? Is private education growing? How do public schools work? What is the 'education premium'? What are India's education challenges? How is India tackling education costs?The full catalogue
Browse every card filed under P →We would like to count visits and see which links bring readers here. That means storing a random ID in your browser. No cookies, no ads, no profile. How it works.