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Public Accounts Committee Review of PMKVY

- Context: Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) reviewed the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).

The committee relied on findings from the audit report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).

The scheme disproportionately focused on training candidates for low-demand jobs, particularly in the retail sector.

About Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)

- Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is the flagship skill development scheme of the Government of India.
- Launched in 2015.

Implemented by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

Objectives

Promote skill development and certification among Indian youth.
Encourage participation in industry-oriented training programmes.
Provide employment opportunities to school and college dropouts.
Support upskilling and reskilling of youth across various sectors.
Certify existing skills through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) programme.
Enhance employability and livelihood opportunities.
Targeted to train millions of youth for gainful employment.

Key Features

Focus on industry-relevant skills.
Offers Skill India certification upon successful completion.
Includes Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for previously acquired skills.
Conducted through accredited training centres across the country.
Special focus on: School dropouts, College dropouts, Unemployed youth

Eligibility Criteria

Age Group: Generally 14–35 years.
Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
Educational Qualification: Open to individuals from diverse educational backgrounds, including those without formal education.
Employment Status: Preference given to unemployed and underemployed individuals.
Aadhaar Card: Usually mandatory for enrolment.

First-Ever Export of Botanical-Infused Millet

Context: APEDA facilitated the first-ever sea shipment of botanical-infused ready-to-cook millet functional foods from India to New Zealand.

About APEDA

- APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) supported the exporter through trade promotion initiatives.

APEDA is a statutory organization set up by the Government of India under the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Act, 1985.

It was established in December 1985 to support and regulate agricultural exports.
Administrative Ministry: APEDA functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Primary Objective: To promote, develop, and facilitate the export of notified agricultural and processed food products from India.
The organization is led by a Chairman, who is appointed by the Central Government.

Significance

Carbon Credit Trading Scheme: Promoting a Low-Carbon Economy

CONTEXT:On the occasion of World Environment Day, India organised a special event titled “Showcase of India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme and Standardisation in Renewable Energy” during the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Trade and Environment Week 2026 in Geneva, according to a Commerce Ministry statement issued.

About The Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)

- India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) was officially notified by the government in June 2023.
- The legal foundation for this framework was established through an amendment to the Energy Conservation Act in August 2022, which gave the government the authority to develop the domestic Indian Carbon Market.

The Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), launched under the Indian Carbon Market (ICM), is a market-based system for trading carbon credits.

It supports India’s move toward a low-carbon economy by placing a price on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Its main objective is to reduce industrial emissions by shifting focus from energy efficiency (PAT Scheme) to lowering GHG emission intensity.

The scheme is supervised by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and the National Steering Committee for the Indian Carbon Market (NSCICM), ensuring transparency and accountability.

Jan Samarth Portal

Context: 4 years of Jan Samarth Portal Expanding Access and Bringing Credit Schemes Closer to Citizens

About Jan Samarth Portal

Launched on 6 June 2022, the Jan Samarth Portal is a single-window digital platform that simplifies access to institutional credit across sectors like agriculture, business, housing, renewable energy, and livelihoods.
It promotes transparency, accessibility, and efficient credit delivery.

Purpose and Vision

The portal was designed to connect beneficiaries directly with lenders and streamline access to government credit-linked schemes, enhancing financial inclusion through a technology-driven approach.

Key Features

Beneficiaries

Supports entrepreneurs, farmers, women-led enterprises, and individuals seeking livelihood opportunities across the country.

Major Schemes Covered Under Jan Samarth