Economic Impact of Skill India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the economic impact of the Skill India initiative launched by the Government of India. The questions cover various aspects of the initiative, including its objectives, implementation, and outcomes.
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What is the primary objective of the Skill India initiative?

  1. To provide skill training to unemployed youth

  2. To promote entrepreneurship among skilled workers

  3. To upgrade the skills of existing workforce

  4. To enhance the employability of school and college graduates


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Skill India initiative is to provide skill training to unemployed youth and make them employable.

When was the Skill India initiative launched?

  1. 2014

  2. 2015

  3. 2016

  4. 2017


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative was launched in 2015 by the Government of India.

Which ministry is responsible for implementing the Skill India initiative?

  1. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

  2. Ministry of Human Resource Development

  3. Ministry of Labour and Employment

  4. Ministry of Finance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship is responsible for implementing the Skill India initiative.

What is the target of the Skill India initiative?

  1. To train 10 million youth by 2022

  2. To train 20 million youth by 2022

  3. To train 30 million youth by 2022

  4. To train 40 million youth by 2022


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The target of the Skill India initiative is to train 40 million youth by 2022.

Which sectors are covered under the Skill India initiative?

  1. Manufacturing

  2. Construction

  3. Retail

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative covers various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, retail, and many more.

What are the different types of skill training provided under the Skill India initiative?

  1. Short-term training

  2. Long-term training

  3. Apprenticeship training

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative provides different types of skill training, including short-term training, long-term training, and apprenticeship training.

How does the Skill India initiative benefit the economy?

  1. By increasing the employability of youth

  2. By reducing unemployment

  3. By promoting entrepreneurship

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative benefits the economy by increasing the employability of youth, reducing unemployment, and promoting entrepreneurship.

What are the challenges faced by the Skill India initiative?

  1. Lack of infrastructure

  2. Shortage of skilled trainers

  3. Inadequate funding

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative faces challenges such as lack of infrastructure, shortage of skilled trainers, and inadequate funding.

How can the Skill India initiative be made more effective?

  1. By increasing government funding

  2. By improving the quality of training

  3. By promoting industry-academia partnerships

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative can be made more effective by increasing government funding, improving the quality of training, and promoting industry-academia partnerships.

What is the role of the private sector in the Skill India initiative?

  1. To provide training infrastructure

  2. To develop skill training programs

  3. To hire skilled workers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The private sector plays a crucial role in the Skill India initiative by providing training infrastructure, developing skill training programs, and hiring skilled workers.

How does the Skill India initiative contribute to the Make in India initiative?

  1. By providing skilled workforce for manufacturing industries

  2. By promoting entrepreneurship in the manufacturing sector

  3. By improving the quality of manufactured goods

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative contributes to the Make in India initiative by providing skilled workforce for manufacturing industries, promoting entrepreneurship in the manufacturing sector, and improving the quality of manufactured goods.

What is the impact of the Skill India initiative on social mobility?

  1. It reduces income inequality

  2. It improves the living standards of the poor

  3. It promotes social inclusion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative has a positive impact on social mobility by reducing income inequality, improving the living standards of the poor, and promoting social inclusion.

How does the Skill India initiative contribute to sustainable development?

  1. By creating green jobs

  2. By promoting energy efficiency

  3. By reducing carbon emissions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative contributes to sustainable development by creating green jobs, promoting energy efficiency, and reducing carbon emissions.

What is the future of the Skill India initiative?

  1. It will be expanded to cover more sectors

  2. It will be integrated with other government schemes

  3. It will be made more inclusive

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Skill India initiative is likely to be expanded to cover more sectors, integrated with other government schemes, and made more inclusive in the future.

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