In July 2025, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana has completed how many years?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4: 10
Explanation:
- The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) successfully completed 10 years in July 2025.
- Launch: This scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 15, 2015, on the occasion of 'World Youth Skills Day'.
- Nodal Ministry: It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), implemented by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).
- Objective: To provide industry-relevant skill training to Indian youth so that they can secure better livelihoods.
- Progress (Phases): * PMKVY 1.0: Launched in 2015.
- PMKVY 2.0: 2016–2020 (Expanded scope).
- PMKVY 3.0: Launched in 2021 (Focused at the district level).
- PMKVY 4.0: Announced in the 2023–24 Budget, emphasizing new-age courses (AI, Coding, Drones, etc.).
Important Facts Related to PMKVY (Quick Revision):
- Tagline: 'Kushal Bharat, Kushal Bharat' (Skill India, Kushal Bharat).
- World Youth Skills Day: Celebrated every year on July 15.
- Skill India Mission: PMKVY is a part of this larger mission.
- Types of Training: It includes components such as 'Short Term Training' (STT) and 'Recognition of Prior Learning' (RPL).
Important Questions for Upcoming Exams:
Question: On which date was the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) launched?
Answer: July 15, 2015.
Question: When is 'World Youth Skills Day' celebrated?
Answer: July 15. Question: In which phase of PMKVY have 'New Age Courses'—such as coding and drone technology—been included?
Answer: PMKVY 4.0.