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

1. Certifying the skills acquired by construction workers through traditional channels.
2. Enrolling the persons in universities for distance learning programmes.
3. Reserving some skilled jobs to rural and urban poor in some public sector undertakings.
4. Certifying the skills acquired by trainees under the National Skill Development Programme.

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a component of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) Scheme, in which individuals with prior learning experience or skills are assessed and certified.
• The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) in the year 2015.
• RPL aims:
  • To align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the standardised National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF).
  • To enhance the employability opportunities of an individual, as well as provide alternative routes to higher education.
  • To provide opportunities for reducing inequalities based on privileging certain forms of knowledge over others.

Answer: (a) Certifying the skills acquired by construction workers through traditional channels; Difficulty Level: Medium