News: Under the IndiaAI Mission, MeitY has introduced ‘YUVA AI for ALL’ initiative, a free course aimed at familiarising Indians particularly the youth with AI.
About YUVA AI for ALL Initiative
- It is free national AI course called ‘YUVA AI for ALL’ under the IndiaAI Mission.
- Launched by: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
- Aim: To make Artificial Intelligence easy to understand and accessible for all citizens of India, especially the youth.
- Purpose: To introduce AI in a simple, practical, and relatable way so that more people become comfortable with the technology.
- Course Overview: It is 4.5-hour, self-paced online course designed to build foundational knowledge of AI.
- The course uses real-life Indian examples to make learning more meaningful and engaging for diverse learners.
- The course consists of six short and engaging modules that introduce essential AI concepts.
- The modules explain what AI is, how it works, and how it is transforming sectors like education, creativity, and work.
- They also teach learners how to use AI tools safely, ethically, and responsibly, emphasizing responsible digital behaviour.
- It also offers insights into future opportunities in the AI-driven world.Accessibility:
- The course is available completely free of cost on popular learning platforms such as FutureSkills Prime, iGOT Karmayogi, and several other ed-tech portals. Learners can access the course anytime and anywhere, allowing them to learn at their own pace.
- Schools, universities, and organizations across the country can collaborate with IndiaAI to spread the course widely.
- Certification: Every learner who successfully completes the course will receive an official certificate issued by the Government of India.
- Significance: The initiative targets to empower 1 crore (10 million) Indian citizens with foundational AI skills.
- The program helps to bridge the digital divide and promotes ethical, inclusive, and responsible use of AI among the population.
- It also prepares India’s workforce with essential skills for the future of jobs.
- It combines global AI knowledge with the Indian context, highlighting ethical and inclusive AI use.
