Education & Skill Schemes — Set 11

Correct Answer: B. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

SSA stands for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, which was India's flagship programme for universalizing elementary education. It was launched in 2000-01 and was the implementing vehicle for the Right to Education Act, 2009. SSA was merged with RMSA and Teacher Education to form Samagra Shiksha in 2018.

Correct Answer: B. Research component in the 4th year

NEP 2020 proposes a 4-year undergraduate programme where the 4th year includes a research component leading to a 'Bachelor's with Research' or Honours degree. This is designed to prepare students for higher research studies without a mandatory separate master's degree. The 4-year programme provides deeper learning and research exposure.

Correct Answer: B. Day Skill India Mission was launched

World Youth Skills Day, observed on July 15 every year, was chosen as the launch date for the Skill India Mission in 2015 by PM Narendra Modi. The choice of this date highlighted India's commitment to youth skill development. July 15 is also observed by the UN to highlight the importance of equipping youth with skills for employment.

Correct Answer: B. Digital connectivity for school and education infrastructure

Digital India initiative provides critical digital infrastructure for education including broadband connectivity to schools, digitization of educational content, and platforms like DIKSHA, SWAYAM, and PM eVIDYA. It enables online learning, digital assessments, and remote teacher training. Digital India and PM eVIDYA together form the backbone of India's education technology ecosystem.

Correct Answer: B. Rs 10,000-20,000 per school depending on enrolment

Under Samagra Shiksha, schools receive a library grant ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 20,000 depending on enrolment size. This grant is used to purchase books and other reading materials for the school library. Accessible libraries are critical for developing reading habits and supplementing classroom learning.

Correct Answer: B. Creating a vibrant knowledge society by transforming India's education system

The primary objective of NEP 2020 is to transform India into a vibrant knowledge society and global knowledge superpower by making education more holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary, aligned with 21st-century needs, and rooted in Indian culture. It covers school and higher education comprehensively. NEP 2020 is the most comprehensive education policy since 1986.

Correct Answer: B. Professional degree and technical courses

The PM Scholarship Scheme provides scholarships for professional degree and technical courses at recognized institutes. The scheme covers engineering, medical, MBA, MCA, BCA, BSc IT, and other professional courses. It supports wards and widows of ex-servicemen and central armed police forces to pursue higher professional education.

Correct Answer: B. National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy

NIPUN stands for National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy. It was launched in July 2021 with a focus on ensuring foundational literacy and numeracy for all children by the end of Grade 3. NIPUN Bharat is monitored through regular National Achievement Survey (NAS) assessments.

Correct Answer: C. 11 years

KGBV schools cater to girls at the upper primary level (class 6 to 8), with admission starting from class 6 which corresponds to approximately 11 years of age. Girls who have dropped out from classes 3-8 can also be admitted after a bridge course. The schools provide a safe residential environment to bridge the gender gap in education.

Correct Answer: B. Rs 1,000 crore over 5 years

Government Institutes of Eminence receive a grant of up to Rs 1,000 crore over 5 years in addition to their regular funding. This additional support helps them invest in research infrastructure, international collaborations, and faculty hiring. Private IoEs do not receive direct financial grants but get academic and regulatory autonomy.