'Ladka Bhau' job training and stipend scheme for youth

Current Context: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced the ‘Ladka Bhau’ Yojana on July 17, 2024. This scheme aims to provide job training and stipends for young men in the state.

• It is part of the ‘Mukhya Mantri Yuva Karya-Prashikshan Yojana’ and offers on-the-job training with a monthly stipend.
• Eligible candidates include those who have completed their class 12 education, with stipend amounts varying based on educational qualifications: ₹6,000 for class 12 graduates, ₹8,000 for diploma holders, and ₹10,000 for bachelor’s degree holders.
• The initiative targets 10 lakh youth and aims to address unemployment by providing practical work experience while benefiting industries with trained manpower.
• Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including age (between 18 and 35 years), educational qualifications, residency in Maharashtra, and Aadhaar registration.
• Students currently enrolled in educational programs are not eligible for this scheme.

Question:

1 What is the primary objective of the ‘Ladka Bhau’ Yojana announced by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde?

• A) Provide free education
• B) Promote agricultural development
• C) Offer health insurance
• D) Provide job training and stipends for young men

Answer: D) Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced the ‘Ladka Bhau’ Yojana on July 17, 2024. This scheme aims to provide job training and stipends for young men in the state.