Q. Consider the following statements regarding “PM Schools for Rising India”:
1.It is Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) launched on September 2022.
2.These schools will be equipped with modern infrastructure and showcase the implementation of the New Education Policy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: The Government launched a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) called PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) on 7 September, 2022.
- These schools will be equipped with modern infrastructure and showcase the implementation of the NEP and emerge as exemplary schools over a period of time, while offering leadership to other schools in the neighborhood.
- Under the scheme, there is a provision for setting up more than 14,500 PM SHRI Schools, over the period FY23 to FY27 by strengthening the existing schools from those managed by Central Government/State/UT Government/local bodies.
- These schools will be equipped with modern infrastructure including labs, smart classrooms, libraries, sports equipment, art room etc. which is inclusive and accessible.
- They shall also be developed as green schools with water conservation, waste recycling, energy-efficient infrastructure and integration of organic lifestyle in curriculum.
- More than 20 lakh students are expected to be direct beneficiaries of the scheme.
Source: Economic Survey
