From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :
Prelims level: RESET Programme
Why in the News?
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports launched the “RESET Programme” to empower retired sportspersons with career skills on National Sports Day.
What is RESET Programme?
Details | |
Launch Date | August 29, 2024 (National Sports Day) |
Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports |
Objective | To empower retired sportspersons with skills and knowledge for career development and employability |
Eligibility | – Retired athletes aged 20-50 years – Winners/participants in international events, national/state medallists – Recognized by National Sports Federations/IOA/Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports |
Programme Levels | Two levels based on educational qualifications: – Class 12th and above – Class 11th and below |
Implementation | Lead institute: Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) |
Learning Mode | Hybrid mode: Self-paced online learning and on-ground training |
Additional Support | Placement assistance, guidance for entrepreneurial ventures |
PYQ:[2017] Consider the following in respect of ‘National Career Service’: 1. National Career Service is an initiative of the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India. 2. National Career Service has been launched in a Mission Mode to improve the employment opportunities to uneducated youth of the country. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 |
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