On January 15, 2021, the Government of India launched the third phase of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. Which of the following points is INCORRECT related to this phase?
1. This scheme launched in 600 districts across all states of India.
2. This scheme envisages training of 1 crore indian youth over a scheme period of 2020-2021 with an outlay of Rs. 120 billion.
3. The third phase was spearheaded by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)
4. Around 729 Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras, empaneled non-PMKK training centers and over 200 ITIs will be rolling out training under this phase.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 3 and 4
(D) 4 only

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: PMKVY 3.0 was launched in over 600 districts across all states and UTs.
· Statement 2 is incorrect: PMKVY 3.0 aimed to train over 8 lakh youth during the year 2020-2021, with an outlay of Rs. 948.90 crore (not 1 crore youth or Rs. 120 billion).
· Statement 3 is correct: The scheme was implemented by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
· Statement 4 is correct: Over 729 PMKKs, empaneled training centers, and 200+ ITIs were engaged to roll out the training under this phase.
Information Booster:
· PMKVY 3.0 emphasized demand-driven skill training, digital technology, and COVID-resilient sectors.
· It promoted industry linkage and support for entrepreneurship through short-term training and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).