Skill Training Schemes

Current Context: Skill training schemes are designed to enhance the employability and skillsets of individuals, often targeting specific industries or sectors. 

• Here are some notable ones in India:
• Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): This flagship scheme aims to provide free skill training to youth, helping them secure jobs and gain certification for their skills.
• Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY): Focuses on rural youth, providing them with skills and training to improve their livelihood opportunities.
• National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS): Encourages apprenticeships by providing financial incentives to both apprentices and employers.
• Skill Development Mission: Launched by various states, these missions focus on creating opportunities for skill development at the regional level.
• Sector Skill Councils (SSCs): These councils, established under the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), focus on developing industry-relevant training programs.
• Stand-Up India Scheme: Provides financial support and skill training to women and SC/ST entrepreneurs to start and sustain their own businesses.
• National Skill Development Fund (NSDF): Supports various skill development projects and initiatives across different sectors.

Question:

1 Which scheme focuses specifically on providing skill training to rural youth to improve their livelihood opportunities?

• A) National Skill Development Fund (NSDF)
• B) Sector Skill Councils (SSCs)
• C) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)
• D) Skill Development Mission

Answer: C) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) Focuses on rural youth, providing them with skills and training to improve their livelihood opportunities.