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6 UPSC Prelims MCQs tagged "Human Development". Free practice with answer keys, explanations, and timed mock tests on Anantam IAS.

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  1. With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements 1. It…

    With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements 1. It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour and Employment. 2. It, among other things, will also impart training in soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial and digital literacy. 3. It aims to align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the National Skill Qualification Framework. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    1. A1 and 3 only
    2. B2 only
    3. C2 and 3 only
    4. D1, 2 and 3
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: C

    Statement 1 is Incorrect. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is responsible for PMKVY, not the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

    Statement 2 is Correct. PMKVY goes beyond technical skills training and incorporates soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and digital literacy to make participants more employable.

    Statement 3 is Correct. A core objective of PMKVY is to bridge the gap between the skills of the unregulated workforce and industry requirements by aligning them with the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF). This standardization helps ensure a minimum level of competency and improves employment opportunities.

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    Indian Society UPSC 2018 Medium

  2. ‘Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme’ is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to

    'Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme' is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to

    1. ACertifying the skills acquired by construction workers through traditional channels.
    2. BEnrolling the persons in Universities for distance learning programmes.
    3. CReserving some skilled jobs to the rural and urban poor in some public sector undertakings.
    4. DCertifying the skills acquired by trainees under the National Skill Development Programme.
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: A

    * The Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme (RPL) is often mentioned in the news with reference to skill development initiatives in India.

    * Target Audience: RPL focuses on individuals who possess skills and knowledge gained through work experience, informal training, or other non-formal learning avenues. These skills might not be formally documented through traditional educational certificates. * Process and Benefits: RPL provides a process for assessing the existing skills and knowledge of individuals. If their skills match the requirements of a specific job role or qualification, they can receive a formal certification without necessarily undergoing the entire formal training program.

    * RPL is implemented under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)

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    Indian Society UPSC 2017 Medium

  3. ‘SWAYAM’, an initiative of the Government of India, aims at

    'SWAYAM', an initiative of the Government of India, aims at

    1. APromoting Self Help Groups in rural areas
    2. BProviding financial and technical assistance to young start-up entrepreneurs
    3. CPromoting the education and health of adolescent girls
    4. DProviding affordable and quality education to the citizens for free
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: D

    SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds) is a programme initiated by the Government of India (Ministry of Education) designed to achieve the three cardinal principles of Education Policy: Access, Equity, and Quality.

    Key Features of SWAYAM: 1. Objective: To bridge the digital divide for students who have remained untouched by the digital revolution and have not been able to join the mainstream of the knowledge economy. 2. Content: It provides an integrated platform for online courses (MOOCs), covering school (9th class) to Post-Graduation level. These courses are developed by experts from premier institutions like IITs, IIMs, and Central Universities. 3. Cost: The courses hosted on SWAYAM are available free of cost to the citizens. However, a nominal fee is charged if a learner requires a certificate. 4. Quadrants: The platform offers a four-quadrant approach: video lectures, specially prepared reading material that can be downloaded/printed, self-assessment tests, and an online discussion forum for clearing doubts.

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    Indian Society UPSC 2016 Medium

  4. The education dimension of the Human Development Index (HDI) is a composite of two…

    The education dimension of the Human Development Index (HDI) is a composite of two indicators. Which are these two indicators?

    1. AMean years of schooling and expected years of schooling
    2. BMale literacy rate and female literacy rate
    3. CNumber of schools and number of universities
    4. DPrimary school enrollment and enrollment in universities
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: A

    The HDI education dimension combines mean years of schooling for adults aged 25 and above with expected years of schooling for children entering school. The education index is the arithmetic mean of these two normalised indicators.

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  5. What is the aim of the programme ‘Unnat Bharat Abhiyan’?

    What is the aim of the programme 'Unnat Bharat Abhiyan'?

    1. AAchieving 100% literacy by promoting collaboration between voluntary organizations and government's education system and local communities.
    2. BConnecting institutions of higher education with local communities to address development challenges through appropriate technologies.
    3. CStrengthening India's scientific research institutions in order to make India a scientific and technological power.
    4. DDeveloping human capital by allocating special funds for health care and education of rural and urban poor, and organizing skill development programmes and vocational training for them.
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: B

    Unnat Bharat Abhiyan is inspired by the vision of transformational change in rural development processes by leveraging knowledge institutions to help build the architecture of an Inclusive India .

    The Mission of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan is to enable higher educational institutions to work with the people of rural India in identifying development challenges and evolving appropriate solutions for accelerating sustainable growth. It also aims to create a virtuous cycle between society and an inclusive academic system by providing knowledge and practices for emerging professions and to upgrade the capabilities of both the public and the private sectors in responding to the development needs of rural India.

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    Indian Society UPSC 2017 Easy

  6. What is the purpose of ‘Vidyanjali Yojana’? 1. To enable the famous foreign educational…

    What is the purpose of 'Vidyanjali Yojana'? 1. To enable the famous foreign educational institutions to open their campuses in India. 2. To increase the quality of education provided in government schools by taking help from the private sector and the community. 3. To encourage voluntary monetary contributions from private individuals and organizations so as to improve the infrastructure facilities for primary and secondary schools. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    1. A2 only
    2. B3 only
    3. C1 and 2 only
    4. D2 and 3 only
    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: A

    Statement 1 is incorrect. Vidyanjali Yojana is not focused on attracting foreign universities to set up campuses in India.

    Statement 2 is correct. Vidyanjali Yojana aims to improve government schools by leveraging resources and expertise from the private sector (retired professionals, NGOs) and the community (volunteers).

    Statement 3 is incorrect. While the initiative might indirectly lead to improved infrastructure due to volunteer efforts, its primary focus is not on monetary contributions for infrastructure development.

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    Indian Society UPSC 2017 Medium