The Indian defence forces have been making commendable progress in increasing the representation of women in their ranks, yet the road to gender parity remains long and challenging. While including women in various roles within the Army, Navy, and Air Force marks a significant step forward, the overall numbers still reflect a gender imbalance that needs addressing.

In a bold and progressive step towards curbing child marriages and promoting girls' education, the Assam government has announced a new financial assistance scheme targeting female students across the state. As per Indian Express reports, this initiative is designed to encourage girls to pursue higher education and achieve economic independence, thereby reducing the incidence of child marriages in Assam.

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