Q. With reference to the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme in Top Companies, consider the following statements:
1.It aims to bridge the skills gap by providing practical, on-the-job training to young people, making them more employable.
2.Candidates already engaged in government-sponsored training programs are also eligible under the scheme.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is correct. The scheme is designed to enhance employability by providing practical, on-the-job training to young individuals. Thus, bridging the gap between education and the skills required by employers. It is part of a larger plan to train one crore (10 million) youth over five years.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The scheme specifically excludes candidates who are already undergoing any skilling, apprenticeship, internship, or student training program under a Union or State government scheme.
Source: The Hindu
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