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How is India tackling education costs?
India's government is trying various ways to make education more affordable, from offering scholarships and fee waivers to increasing public school funding. Ramabai's story highlights how these efforts don't always reach everyone, especially those in rural areas, leaving many families still struggling with significant costs for their children's schooling.
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