Q. Consider the following statements regarding Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) programme:
1.It is being launched by the Ministry of Education.
2.It aims to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem.
3.The programme is provided a separate budgetary support by Union government.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: 2 and 3
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) programme was launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in July 2025.
Statement 2 is correct: The initiative, which coincides with the ten-year milestone of the Skill India Mission, aims to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem, preparing both students and teachers for a rapidly evolving digital world.
Statement 3 is correct: The Union Budget 2025–26 has earmarked ₹500 crore to establish a Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for Education.
Source: PIB
