Q. With reference to the Agnipath Scheme, consider the following statements:
1.It recruits soldiers, sailors and airmen into the three-armed services.
2.Government-sponsored higher education is provided to Agniveers upon completion of their 4-year service.
3.The scheme aims to bring down the average age of the armed forces.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Agnipath Scheme recruits personnel below the rank of commissioned officers into the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The government has stated that the Agnipath scheme would bring down the average age of the armed forces from 32 to 26 years in line with the age profile of major armies worldwide.
Statement 2 is incorrect. While Agniveers receive a lump sum amount and skill certificates, there is no specific provision for government-sponsored higher education upon completion of their service.
Source: The Hindu
