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Explain the need for embedding entrepreneurship education across academic disciplines in India. Analyse how such integration can transform job seekers into job creators.

Topic: Mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q6. Explain the need for embedding entrepreneurship education across academic disciplines in India. Analyse how such integration can transform job seekers into job creators. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question India’s rising startup ecosystem, demographic dividend, and policy focus on self-reliance have made …

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A Fundamental Reset to Drive Manufacturing Growth

Syllabus: Economy Source:  TH Context: The recent article highlights the urgent need for a structural reset in India’s manufacturing sector to boost competitiveness and productivity in the context of global shifts towards high-tech, innovation-driven industries. About A fundamental reset to drive manufacturing growth: Status of Indian Manufacturing Current Contribution: Manufacturing contributes 16–17% to India’s GDP …

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Labour Reforms for Viksit Bharat

Syllabus: Economy Source:  IE Context: India faces a jobs deficit with only 6 crore formal jobs created for 9 crore new working-age citizens since 2017-18. Rapid automation and capital-heavy growth threaten employment, needing urgent reforms for Viksit Bharat. Importance of Labour Force for Viksit Bharat: Demographic Dividend: With 65% of India’s population under 35, providing productive employment is key to long-term …

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Swavalambini Scheme

Source:  PIB Context: Swavalambini, a Women Entrepreneurship Programme, was launched at Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut, to empower female entrepreneurs across India. About Swavalambini: What is Swavalambini? A structured entrepreneurship initiative for young women in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Provides skill development, mentorship, funding support, and incubation opportunities. Implemented by: National Institute for Entrepreneurship and …

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UPSC Editorial Analysis: Strengthening Rural Prosperity and Women’s Workforce Participation

General Studies-2; Topic: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.   Introduction The Union Budget 2025-26 aims to foster rural prosperity and resilience by increasing women’s workforce participation and supporting …

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Economic Survey 2024-25 UPSC PDF: Download, Key Highlights & Exam-Relevant Analysis

The Economic Survey 2024-25, presented on January 31, 2025, offers a detailed analysis of India’s economic performance and future growth trends. As an essential resource for UPSC preparation, this Economic Survey 2024-25 UPSC PDF covers key insights into GDP growth, fiscal policies, inflation trends, investment strategies, and sector-wise performance. The survey estimates a GDP growth …

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RESET Programme

Source:  PIB Context: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports launched the Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme in August. About RESET Programme: Ministry:  Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Aim: Facilitates career development for retired athletes through tailored education, internships, and skill enhancement. Eligibility: Retired athletes aged 20-50 years, winners or participants in international, …

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VISION Portal

Source:   PIB  Context: Union Minister launched the VISION Portal (Viksit Bharat Initiative for Student Innovation and Outreach Network) to democratize startup skills and innovation among underprivileged children. About VISION Portal: Launch: Inaugurated on November 21, 2024. Ministry: Operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology. Aim: Promote education, skill development, and innovation for underprivileged children. …

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WorldSkills 2024

Source:  News on Air Context: Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, will felicitate WorldSkills 2024 winners for their outstanding achievements at a competition that was held in France. About WorldSkills 2024: Event: 47th edition of WorldSkills 2024 took place in Lyon, France. It is a biannual competition of international skilling. It is considered the largest …

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Skill Development as a solution to India’s unemployment problem

Syllabus: Unemployment Source: IE   Context: Economic growth alone hasn’t solved India’s job problem over the past 50 years. Job availability has lagged behind economic growth, particularly affecting the young population.   Status of High unemployment rate in India: The unemployment rate in the country has consistently increased over the last two decades – from 2% in 2010 to 5% in 2015 …

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Mera Yuva Bharat

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: Economic Times    Context: The Union Cabinet has granted approval for the establishment of “Mera Yuva Bharat” (MY Bharat). MY Bharat, an autonomous body will benefit youth in the age group of 15-29 years, in line with the definition of ‘Youth’ in National Youth Policy. The primary objective of …

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Project ‘AMBER’

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: PIB  Context: The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in partnership with Generation India Foundation (GIF) and Amazon Web Services India Private Limited (AWS India), is implementing project AMBER to provide cloud skills training to 1,500 learners.   About Project Amber:  PROJECT AMBER (Accelerated Mission for Better Employment …

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Skill development is no longer a matter of choice. It is an imperative to adapt, survive and succeed as it plays a pivotal role in employment and livelihood. Examine the changes that are needed to the India’s skill development model.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 5. Skill development is no longer a matter of choice. It is an imperative to adapt, survive and succeed as it plays a pivotal role in employment and livelihood. Examine the changes that are needed to the India’s skill development …

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