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

A.Certifying the skills acquired by construction workers through traditional channels.
B.Enrolling the persons in Universities for distance learning programmes.
C.Reserving some skilled jobs to rural and urban poor in some public sector undertakings.
D.Certifying the skills acquired by trainees under the National Skill Development Programme.

Correct Answer: Option A

The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme aims to certify skills acquired by workers through traditional learning channels.

Currently, it is being implemented across construction sites in five states.

This scheme is particularly relevant in a country like India, where a small percentage of the workforce is formally certified as skilled. Many individuals acquire skills on the job without formal degrees, and RPL helps to formally recognize and validate these skills.

Option A is correct because it accurately describes the scheme's purpose.

Option D is incorrect because RPL focuses on recognizing existing skills, not providing certification to trainees who are still in the process of acquiring skills. While the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) does include RPL, it is not applicable to trainees.

Hence, option A is the correct answer.

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