‘Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme’ is sometimes mentioned in the news

2017

Governance, SchemeXHR

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

(a)

Certifying the skills acquired by construction workers through traditional channels.

(b)

Enrolling the persons in Universities for distance learning programmes.

(c)

Reserving some skilled jobs to rural and urban poor in some public sector undertakings.

(d)

Certifying the skills acquired by trainees under the National Skill Development Programme.

Answer:

(a)

Explanation

Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme- Individuals with prior learning experience or skills shall be assessed and certified under the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) component of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). RPL aims to align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the NSQF (National Skills Qualification Framework). www.civilsdaily.com/pradhan-mantri-kaushal-vikas-yojana/