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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following state has launched Rs 640 crore project for skill development under which multi purpose training and marketing centres would be developed in rural areas as per the needs of local youths
A
Himachal Pradesh
B
Andhra Pradesh
C
Rajasthan
D
Gujarat
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Himachal Pradesh government has launched a Rs 640 crore project for skill development.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): Flagship scheme of Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) aimed at training youth to be industry-ready and secure a better livelihood. This skill certification scheme recognizes prior learning and also certifies them after due assessment.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana is the name of the skill development program of the Government of India.

Detailed explanation-4: -Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): Aims to provide free skill training avenues to youths of India. Skills Strengthening for Industrial Value Enhancement-STRIVE: The main focus of the scheme is to improve the performance of ITIs.

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