The meaning of higher studies changes with time. Isn't it? 40 years back, the meaning of higher studies for my grandfather was to complete graduation, and he made sure my father did his graduation without any gaps. In fact, a graduation degree was sufficient to get a decent job 40 years back and my father got a nice job in one of the PSUs.  Then for my father, the meaning of higher studies was different. He gave me all the support and resources so that I  could do my professional course at a well-known college. I am referring this from the time when a professional degree meant a guaranteed job. Fortunately, I did get a nice job in a well established private firm. But as I said, the meaning of higher studies changes with time,  now when I am a parent, for me, higher studies means just not doing any course from a good college in India. In today's competitive era, getting a satisfactory job that can secure your future, is a tough job. That's why the meaning of highe...