MoU signed between Microsoft and Indian Govt

June 07, 2023
Current Context: Microsoft has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate General of Training (DGT) under the Ministry of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to train youth in digital and cybersecurity skills in India.
MoU signed between Microsoft and Indian Govt
  • The collaboration aims to enable 6,000 students and 200 educators at government-led Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and National Skills Training Institutions (NSTIs) with AI and cloud skills.
  • The training will also include courses on web development, Power BI, soft skills and CyberShikshaa program for women.
  • The initiative was welcomed by Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Electronics and Information Technology of India, who said that it will help young Indians get better access to skills that are more relevant in this fast-changing digital age.

Question:

Q.1 Which ministry did Microsoft sign an MoU with to train youth in digital and cybersecurity skills in India?
a. Ministry of Education
b. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
c. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
d. Ministry of Science and Technology

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