Ministry of Education launched the SWAYAM Plus platform

Current Context: The Ministry of Education in India launched the ‘SWAYAM Plus’ platform on 27th February 2024.

• This platform is designed to offer employability and professional development-focused programs.
• These programs have been developed in collaboration with leading industry players such as L&T, Microsoft, and CISCO.
• The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) will operate the ‘SWAYAM Plus’ Platform.
• The platform will offer programs in sectors like Manufacturing, Energy, Computer Science and Engineering/IT/ITES, Management Studies, Healthcare, Hospitality and Tourism besides Indian Knowledge Systems, among many others.
• The Union Minister of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, stated that the National Education Policy (NEP) is on roll and for the first time, reputed industrial houses will be coming with their academy, partnering with the UGC, esteemed education departments, and prestigious institutes like IIT Madras.
• SWAYAM Plus aims to enhance the employability of both college students and lifelong learners.

Question:

Q.1 What is the primary aim of the ‘SWAYAM Plus’ platform?
a. To provide online entertainment
b. To enhance the employability of both college students and lifelong learners
c. To provide online shopping facilities
d. To provide online gaming facilities