Q. With reference to the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme, consider the following statements:
1.It is aimed at providing large-scale internship opportunities for youth to enhance their employability and gain real-world work experience.
2.The duration of internships under the scheme is 6 months.
3.A one-time grant of ₹6,000 is provided to interns for incidental expenses upon joining.
4.Graduates from elite institutions are not eligible under the scheme.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1, 3 and 4 are correct. The Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme aims to provide internships to 1 crore youth over five years, offering exposure to real-world business environments and enhancing employability. Interns receive a one-time grant of ₹6,000 from the government for incidental expenses upon joining. Additionally, a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 will be given. Graduates from elite institutions are excluded from the scheme, along with government employees and those pursuing full-time education.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The duration of internships under the scheme is 12 months.
Source: The Hindu
