Disparities within and between regions in educational participation among youth are stark, with female gender, poverty, rurality, disability, and migrant/ refugee status all being of a disadvantage even in 21st century India and the World. This also leads to education level deficits and ultimately to the skills gap in emerging economies such as India. Further, education also largely shapes the employment scene in every region where large gaps remain in the input needed to realize the Goals and targets set out in Agenda 2030 and complementary frameworks. While entrepreneurship offers opportunities for some youth, a diverse and robust employment strategy must include options and opportunities for all young people in society as we enter into the Fourth Industrial Revolution.