Digital Skill Development in India

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What was the earlier name of the scheme aimed at promoting international cultural relations?

Scheme for Cultural Diplomacy

International Cultural Heritage Scheme

Cultural Exchange Initiative

Scheme for Promotion of International Cultural Relations (correct)

Which types of performances are featured in the Festivals of India held overseas?

Martial Arts and Dance Competitions

Comic and Folk Performances

Folk-Art, Classical, and Contemporary Dance (correct)

Theatrical and Musical Performances

What is the purpose of the Contribution Grant under the International Cultural Relations scheme?

To promote domestic tourism initiatives

To fund local cultural festivals

To support publishing of cultural literature

To facilitate Indian participation in international organizations (correct)

What is the primary aim of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)?

Provide basic services and amenities in cities Signup and view all the answers

Which ministry is the nodal ministry for the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)?

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Signup and view all the answers

During what time frame was the AMRUT scheme initially launched?

2015-2020 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the annual budget allocation for AMRUT is reserved as an incentive for States/UTs every year?

10% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a major project component of AMRUT?

Renewable Energy Projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of the National Plan for Conservation of Aquatic Eco-systems (NPCA)?

To achieve water quality enhancement and improve biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is responsible for the implementation of the NPCA?

Wetlands Division of MoEF&CC Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following objectives is NOT associated with the NPCA?

Facilitating international tourism in aquatic areas Signup and view all the answers

What type of scheme is the NPCA categorized under?

Centrally Sponsored Scheme Signup and view all the answers

Which two programs were merged to form the NPCA?

National Wetlands Conservation Programme and National Lake Conservation Plan Signup and view all the answers

Which feature of the NPCA focuses on creating a collaborative management environment?

Wetlands Mitras Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Wetland Health Card in the NPCA's approach?

To evaluate the condition of wetlands Signup and view all the answers

Who launched the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)?

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of SIDH?

To enhance digital public infrastructure for skill development Signup and view all the answers

As of June 2024, how many candidates has SIDH registered?

88 lakh candidates Signup and view all the answers

Which platform supports digital skill development with access to educational materials in regional languages?

Bharatskills Portal Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the offerings of SIDH?

Portable Verified Credentials Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of candidates enrolled in online courses as of June 2024?

7.63 lakh enrollments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following schemes is associated with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs?

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0 Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of SIDH's approach aims to integrate with MSMEs?

Access to entrepreneurship schemes Signup and view all the answers

What is one type of content offered on the Bharatskills portal?

e-books and question banks Signup and view all the answers

In how many regional languages is Bharatskills portal content available?

12 regional languages Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs?

Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana Signup and view all the answers

Which group is specifically targeted for infertility treatment under the Parsi community initiatives?

Parsi married couples of childbearing age Signup and view all the answers

What is a mandatory requirement for screening adolescent boys and girls for infertility-related diseases?

Written consent of parents or legal guardians Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the e-Courts Phase-III scheme?

Enhancing the ICT development of the Indian judiciary Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of e-Courts Phase-II launched from 2015 to 2023?

Operationalization of video conferencing between court complexes and jails Signup and view all the answers

What budget has been approved for the e-Courts Phase-III initiative?

₹7210 crores Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following technologies will be integrated in the e-Courts Phase-III for decision-making?

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Signup and view all the answers

Which scheme supports Parsi couples in applying for financial assistance online?

Jiyo Parsi scheme Portal Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Jiyo Parsi scheme since its inception?

Financial assistance for over 400 Parsi children Signup and view all the answers

What type of support is provided for severe calamities under the natural calamity relief scheme?

Interest subvention for three years, possibly extendable to five Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for farmers to avail benefits under the natural calamity relief scheme?

Aadhar linkage Signup and view all the answers

Under which ministry was the 'Jiyo Parsi' scheme launched?

Ministry of Minority Affairs Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the 'Jiyo Parsi' scheme primarily focuses on health support for the community?

Health of Community Component Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the 'Jiyo Parsi' scheme?

To reverse the declining trend of the Parsi population Signup and view all the answers

How many Parsi children have received support since the inception of the 'Jiyo Parsi' scheme?

400 Signup and view all the answers

What must banks do regarding the claims submission for natural calamity relief?

Upload audited claims on the Kisan Rin Portal by June 30, 2025 Signup and view all the answers

What type of scheme is 'Jiyo Parsi' classified as?

Central Sector Scheme Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

SIDH and Digital Skilling

SIDH includes a Learning Management System aimed at enhancing digital skills.
Offers Portable Verified Credentials to certify skills.
As of June 2024, approximately 88 lakh candidates have registered under SIDH.
Recorded 7.63 lakh enrollments in online courses.
SIDH plans to collaborate with Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to better facilitate access to entrepreneurship schemes.
Aims to strengthen the digital public infrastructure for skill development in India.
BharatSkills portal provides educational resources, including e-books and e-learning videos, in 12 regional languages.

Government Schemes Overview (August 2024)

The report covers various government schemes from different ministries between 8th to 15th August 2024.

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0: Promotes cultural contacts and inbound tourism; initially named "Scheme for Promotion of International Cultural Relations."
Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT): Launched in 2015, aims to improve urban infrastructure and services; total outlay of ₹50,000 crore; includes water supply, sewerage, and urban transport among major project components.
National Plan for Conservation of Aquatic Eco-systems (NPCA): Launched in 2013, focuses on wetlands conservation; includes establishing a national inventory and promoting integrated management plans.

Ministry of Rural Development

Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS): Aims to provide financial assistance to farmers; interest subvention is available based on the severity of natural calamities.

Ministry of Finance

Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY): National financial inclusion initiative aimed at providing access to banking services.
Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY): Offers financial support to small businesses through micro-financing.

Ministry of Tribal Affairs

Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM): Focused on holistic development and upliftment of tribal communities.

Ministry of Women and Child Development

Mission Vatsalya: Aimed at improving the welfare of women and children.

Additional Schemes

‘Jiyo Parsi’ Scheme: Launched in 2013 to stabilize and increase the Parsi population through structured support in health and community welfare.
‘e-Courts Phase-III’ Scheme: Part of the National eGovernance Plan, focusing on digitizing the Indian judiciary with an approved budget of ₹7210 crores for 2024-2027; includes creating digital and paperless courts and integrating smart technologies.

Funding and Implementation

Government schemes often have various funding models, including cost-sharing arrangements and specific financial outlays to support their objectives.

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Explore the various initiatives and platforms like SIDH and Bharatskills that are fostering digital skill development in India. Learn about the impact of these programs on candidates and their role in supporting MSMEs and entrepreneurship. Test your knowledge on the current landscape of digital public infrastructure for skill enhancement.