I don't have a PHD, but I can say this with certainty that those who are criticizing the ones who want the takma, don't have and are nowhere near getting the PHD. I understand that it doesn't hold much meaning and importance in today's context; but why the heck are some people hell bent on mocking those who apply for it? They want to get some sort of extra "endorsement" from the government, nothing wrong with that. Khaali khutta tanne matra?