Jagdeep Dhankhar, the 14th Vice President of India, resigned from the post in the late hours of July 21. He had assumed office in 2022 and was expected to complete his term by 2027.His unexpected resignation has drawn attention not only to his political journey but also to his early years, particularly his academic background, which shaped his rise in public life.

From studying in the Army school of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, followed by in a government school in a small village, and then to earning a law degree from the University of Rajasthan, Dhankhar’s education played a central role in preparing him for a career that spanned law, politics, and constitutional responsibility.

Jagdeep Dhankhar began his education in his native Kithana village in Rajasthan, where he studied at the local government school.

For secondary education, he attended Sainik School in Chittorgarh, an English-medium, fully residential school established in 1961 to prepare students for the National Defence Academy.

He later continued his middle school education at Ghardhana Government School.

His early school life was spent in modest settings, marked by simple classrooms and limited resources, but he remained focused and curious.

Teachers from those days recall him as a quiet student who listened carefully and stayed committed to his studies.

DID JAGDEEP DHANKAR STUDY LAW?

Yes. After completing school, Dhankhar moved forward with a strong academic interest. He attended the University of Rajasthan to study physics, completing his undergraduate degree in science. But soon, his attention shifted.

At the University of Rajasthan, he pursued an LLB (Bachelor of Laws), laying the foundation for his career in law and later, public life.

Dhankhar became a lawyer in 1979, registering with the Bar Council of Rajasthan. In 1990, the Rajasthan High Court gave him the title of Senior Advocate. He held this position as the most senior lawyer in the state until he became Governor on July 30, 2019.

CONTRIBUTION TO THE FIELD OF EDUCATION

Throughout his public life, Dhankhar has advocated for improved access to education. Whether as a lawyer, a Member of Parliament, or now as Vice President, he has emphasised learning as the core strength of democratic societies.

He often speaks of education not as a privilege but a necessity.

In his many roles, Dhankar has supported institutions and spoken of reforms, quality teaching, and the need to bridge the rural-urban gap in learning.

From a rural classroom to the office of India’s Vice President, Dhankhar’s journey mirrors what many dream of -- rising through learning and effort. His life reminds us that education, no matter where it begins, can open the door to greater responsibilities.