Which of the following centrally sponsored schemes is specifically aimed at providing short‑term skill training and certification to unemployed youth in India?
Answer
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
The correct answer is Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) — Select the option that matches the description: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
Step-by-step solution
- Read each option and note its primary objective.
- PMKVY is described by the government as a short‑term skill training and certification scheme for youth.
- Eliminate schemes that focus on longer‑term vocational education or are not centrally sponsored.
- Select the option that matches the description: Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
Common mistake: Confusing PMKVY with broader initiatives like Skill India Mission
Concept tested: Identify skill development scheme
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