With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements
- It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
- It, among other things, will also impart training in soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial and digital literacy.
- It aims to align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the National Skill Qualification Framework.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 3 — 2 and 3 only
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is the flagship skill development scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). It aims to provide industry-relevant skill training, improve employability, and certify skills according to national standards.
❌ Statement I – Incorrect: PMKVY is implemented by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), not the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
✅ Statement II – Correct: PMKVY provides training in soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and digital literacy, along with technical skills to improve employability.
✅ Statement III – Correct: One of PMKVY's key objectives is to align the skills of the unregulated workforce with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF), ensuring standardized skill certification.
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