SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 38

SSC GD Constable (English) - 23 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q38

Skill India is an initiative launched by the government in________to train over 40 crore Indians in different industry-related jobs.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 2015

The government of India started the Skill India programme in 2015 with the goal of training over 40 crore people for various industry-related vocations.

  • By 2022, the goal is to have an empowered workforce, thanks to a number of programmes and training courses.
  • Under the direction of Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the Prime Minister's July 15, 2015, launch of the Skill Mission has gained enormous traction.