Disadvantaged students are those whose family, social, or economic circumstances hinder their ability to learn at school.

Who is considered disadvantaged?

The "disadvantaged" is a generic term for individuals or groups of people who: Face special problems such as physical or mental disability. Lack money or economic support.

Who comes under disadvantaged groups?

The Socially Disadvantaged Groups include the Scheduled Castes (SCs), the Scheduled Tribes (STs), the Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and the Minorities. According to the 1991 Census, SCs account for 138.23 million (16.5 percent); STs 67.76 million (8.1 percent); and Minorities 145.31 million (17.2 percent).