The Ministry of Education's recently launched PM-YUVA 3.0 (Young, Upcoming, and Versatile Authors) scheme mentors young authors below what age?

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The Ministry of Education's Department of Higher Education has launched PM-YUVA 3.0 (Prime Minister's Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors), a mentorship program designed to train budding authors under the age of 30. The initiative aims to promote reading, writing, and book culture in India, while also showcasing Indian writings globally. PM-YUVA 3.0 focuses on bringing forth young writers' perspectives on specific themes: Contribution of Indian Diaspora in Nation Building, Indian Knowledge System, and Makers of Modern India (1950-2025). The National Book Trust (NBT), under the Ministry of Education, is implementing this scheme. Books produced under this program will be published by the National Book Trust and translated into various Indian languages, supporting cultural and literary exchange while promoting the 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' initiative. This scheme aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020's goal of empowering young minds and developing future leaders.