*Maryam Nawaz's Laptop Scheme: A Initiative for Youth Empowerment*

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In 2013, the Pakistan Muslim League-Noon (PML-N) the  government of that time launched the Prime Minister's Laptop Scheme, aimed at providing laptops to  students  who secured at least 60 percent marks in their FSC or fA  across the country. The scheme was initiated by Maryam Nawaz, daughter of Ex  Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and a prominent leader of the PML-N.

*Objectives of the Scheme*

The primary objective of the scheme was to empower the youth of Pakistan by providing them with access to modern technology and digital resources. The scheme aimed to:

- Promote digital literacy among students

- Enhance access to quality education

- Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills

- Prepare students for the challenges of the digital age

*Eligibility Criteria*

To be eligible for the scheme, students had to meet certain criteria:

• Be enrolled in a public sector university or college
• Having at least 70 percent attendance 

- Have secured at least 60% marks in their last examination

- Not have received a laptop under any other government scheme

*Implementation and Impact*

The scheme was implemented in phases, with the first phase launching in 2013. Over 100,000 laptops were distributed to students across the country. The scheme received widespread appreciation from students, parents, and educators.

The scheme had a positive impact on the education sector in Pakistan. It helped to:

-Increase the numbers of content creators in Pakistan

- Increase digital literacy among students

- Improve access to quality education

• Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students
• Students become able to attend online lectures or classes
• Some people begins to make money through Freelancing 

*Criticisms and Controversies*

All we know everything have pons and cons.Despite its positive impact, the scheme faced criticisms and controversies. Some critics argued that the scheme was a form of political patronage, with laptops being distributed to supporters of the ruling party. Others argued that the scheme was poorly implemented, with laptops being distributed to ineligible students.

*Conclusion*

I hope this article is helpful for you ,if you like it or found it helpful than like it and share it .Maryam Nawaz's Laptop Scheme was a well-intentioned initiative aimed at empowering the youth of Pakistan. While the scheme had its criticisms and controversies, it undoubtedly had a positive impact on the education sector in Pakistan. The scheme helped to promote digital literacy, improve access to quality education, and enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.