Education & Skill Schemes — Set 7

Correct Answer: B. SWAYAM

SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds) is India's national MOOC platform. It provides free online courses from Class 9 to post-graduation from IITs, IIMs, IISc, and other top institutions. SWAYAM is accessible through a dedicated website and mobile app.

Correct Answer: B. Reduce to zero dropout at all levels by 2030

NEP 2020 sets a vision of zero dropout at all levels of school education by 2030. It proposes various measures including flexible schooling options, bridge courses, and vocational integration to retain students. This vision aligns with SDG 4 on quality education.

Correct Answer: B. To allow credit accumulation and transfer across institutions

The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) allows students to accumulate credits from different higher education institutions over their lifetime. Credits can be deposited, saved, and transferred, enabling flexible pathways to degree completion. This system is especially beneficial for students who need to interrupt and resume their studies.

Correct Answer: B. 2009

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) was established in 2009 as a not-for-profit public limited company. It was set up as a public-private partnership (PPP) model to foster private sector involvement in skill development. NSDC provides funding to skill training partners and establishes Sector Skill Councils.

Correct Answer: C. Over 30

Over 30 Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) are functioning under NSDC, covering sectors from retail, healthcare, IT, construction, logistics, and more. SSCs are industry-led bodies that define occupational standards, curriculum, and conduct assessments for their respective sectors. They serve as the link between skill training providers and industry.

Correct Answer: D. Both vocational education and coding

NEP 2020 proposes the introduction of vocational education from grade 6, including internships with local artisans and vocational experts. It also recommends coding and computational thinking to be introduced from grade 6. These additions aim to build practical skills alongside academic knowledge.

Correct Answer: B. E-learning content for school teachers and students

Within the PM eVIDYA framework, DIKSHA serves as the primary e-learning platform for school education, providing curriculum-aligned digital content for teachers and students of classes 1 to 12. DIKSHA links to QR codes in school textbooks, allowing instant access to supplementary content. It supports multiple languages and state-specific curricula.

Correct Answer: B. 60:40

For general category states, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan is funded in a 60:40 ratio between the centre and the state. For northeastern and special category states, the ratio is 90:10 (centre:state). This differential funding recognizes the varying fiscal capacities of states.

Correct Answer: B. 6-14 years (classes 1-8)

PM POSHAN primarily covers children in classes 1 to 8 (approximately 6 to 14 years of age) in government and government-aided schools. With the inclusion of Balvatikas in central schools, the effective age coverage has been extended to 3-14 years. The scheme serves approximately 11.8 crore students across India.

Correct Answer: B. QR code-linked textbooks providing audio, video, and e-content

Energised Textbooks (ETBs) on DIKSHA have QR codes embedded in school textbooks that, when scanned, link students to additional audio, video, and interactive digital content. This enriches the learning experience without requiring internet during classroom hours if content is pre-downloaded. It was started with NCERT books and adopted by all states.