The National Statistics Office (NSO) has released findings from the Comprehensive Modular Survey: Education (CMS:E) 2025, highlighting gender-wise differences in education expenditure across India. The survey shows that boys' education expenses are consistently higher than girls' in both rural and urban areas, covering government and private schools. Spending on tuition fees, uniforms, transport, textbooks, and private coaching was examined, with urban averages significantly higher. The report provides detailed comparisons by level of enrolment and type of school.
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