SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 35

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q35

When was the flagship scheme of Skill India initiated in India?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 2015

  • In order to address the incremental manpower requirement and to empower youth with adequate skills, Skill India Mission was launched in 2015.
  • Under Skill India Mission, the Government through more than 20 Central Ministries/Departments implementing various skill development schemes across the country.
  • Major skill development training schemes/programmes, being implemented by Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, are Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS), National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) and Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS).