CII and ETS India Signs MoU to train Indian workforce for Global Employability

Current Context: On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and ETS India, a subsidiary of the US-based Educational Testing Service (ETS), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi, India.

• The partnership aims to enhance the global employability of India’s workforce by improving English language proficiency and essential 21st-century skills.
• They plan to leverage ETS’s globally recognized assessments such as the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) and the Personal Skills and Qualities Tool (PSQ) to enhance English language proficiency and evaluate vital 21st-century skills among learners and professionals.
• This strategic partnership sets a new benchmark for workforce readiness in India and is a significant step towards fostering international career progression opportunities for Indian talent.

Question:

Q.1 What is the main aim of the partnership between Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Educational Testing Service (ETS) India?
a. To enhance the global employability of India’s workforce
b. To establish ETS India’s presence in New Delhi
c. To promote the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
d. To sign more MoUs