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13 August 2026

Parliamentary committee on rural skilling (DDU-GKY)

The topic concerns a flagship government scheme (DDU-GKY) and includes specific performance data and critical recommendations from a Parliamentary Standing Committee, which are highly relevant for questions on welfare scheme implementation and governance.

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Notes

  • Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) aims to provide skill training to rural youth.
  • Performance data as of March 2026: 18.38 lakh youth trained, 11.94 lakh placed in jobs.
  • Scheme scope: Covers 37 sectors and 816 trades across India.
  • Gender participation: Women account for 9.65 lakh trained and 6.03 lakh placed (approx. 50% of total).
  • Parliamentary Standing Committee on Rural Development identified a gap between training and employment outcomes.
  • Key issues identified: High dropout rates, low salaries post-placement, and distress migration.
  • Committee recommendations: Mandatory industry linkages, district-level placement cells, and near 100% placement tracking.
  • Shift in evaluation: Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) should be assessed on sustained employment and retention rather than initial placement numbers.
  • Proposed support mechanisms: Mentorship, credit facilitation, skill upgradation, and extended migration assistance.

Questions

  1. The Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) has been instrumental in rural skilling, yet challenges in post-placement retention persist. Discuss the structural reforms needed to ensure sustainable livelihood outcomes for rural youth. 150 words
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  2. Skill development initiatives in India often face a disconnect between training modules and industry requirements. In light of recent parliamentary observations, evaluate the role of institutionalized post-placement support and industry-linked tracking in enhancing the efficacy of rural employment schemes. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)?

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