The 2024 philately scholarship scheme was launched by the Department of Posts under the______.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana.

Explanation:-

• The Department of Posts launched the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana (Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude & Research in Stamps as a Hobby) in 2024 to promote philately among students:
• Objective- The scheme aims to promote philately among children at a young age, and to supplement the academic curriculum.
• Eligibility- Students in classes 6–9 with good academic records and a passion for philately are eligible.
• Selection- Students are selected based on a philately quiz and project. The quiz is a multiple-choice test with questions on current affairs, history, science, sports, culture, geography, personalities, and philately. The project should be no more than 4–5 pages long, and should use no more than 16 stamps and 500 words.
• Benefits- The scholarship is worth ₹6,000 per year, or ₹500 per month. The scholarship is paid quarterly.
• Application- Application forms must be submitted to the office of the Senior Superintendent of Post Office or Superintendent of Post Offices in the concerned Postal division by September 18, 2024