Karnataka government to provide STEAM-based education at the high school level in public schools

Which of the following statements with regard to the persons with disabilities in India is/are correct ?

1. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2018, mandates reservation in education and employment, places a legal duty on Governments to ensure accessibility and non-discrimination.
2. The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan focuses on achieving universal accessibility for Persons with Disabilities across three key domains — built infrastructure, transport systems and information and communication technology.
3. The National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) is a public sector organisation set up by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs as a not-for-profit company to promote entrepreneurship among Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).

Select the answer using the code given below :

1. A. 1 and 2
2. B. 2 only
3. C. 1 and 3
4. D. 1 only

Consider the following statements :
Statement-I :India's public sector health care system largely focuses on curative care with limited preventive, promotive and rehabilitative care.
Statement-II: Under India's decentralized approach to health care delivery, the States are primarily responsible for organizing health services.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

1. A. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. B. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
3. C. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
4. D. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

What is the purpose of ‘Vidyanjali Yojana’?

1. To enable the famous foreign educational institutions to open their campuses in India.
2. To increase the quality of education provided in government schools by taking help from the private sector and the community.
3. To encourage voluntary monetary contributions from private individuals and organizations so as to improve the infrastructure facilities for primary and secondary schools.

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

1. A. 2 only
2. B. 3 only
3. C. 1 and 2 only
4. D. 2 and 3 only

With reference to ‘National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF)’, which of the statements given below is/are correct?

1. Under NSQF, a learner can acquire the certification for competency only through formal learning.
2. An outcome expected from the implementation of NSQF is the mobility between vocational and general education.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2 only
3. C. Both 1 and 2
4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

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

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

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?

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2 only
3. C. Both 1 and 2
4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

‘SWAYAM’, an initative of the Government of India, aims at

1. A. Promoting Self Help Groups in rural areas
2. B. Providing financial and technical assistance to young start-up entrepreneurs
3. C. Promoting the education and health of adolescent girls
4. D. Providing affordable and quality education to the citizens for free

‘Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the Government of India pertains to -

1. A. Immunization of children and pregnant women
2. B. Construction of smart cities across the country
3. C. India’ own search for Earth-like planets in outer space
4. D. New Educational policy

With reference to land reforms in independent India, which one of the following statements is correct?

1. A. The ceiling laws were aimed at family holdings and not individual holdings.
2. B. The major aim of land reforms was providing agricultural land to all the landless.
3. C. It resulted in cultivation of cash crops as a predominant form of cultivation.
4. D. Land reforms permitted no exemptions to the ceiling limits.

With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, consider the following statements:

1. The entry age group for enrolment in the scheme is 21 to 40 years.
2. Age specific contribution shall be made by the beneficiary.
3. Each subscriber under the scheme shall receive a minimum pension of ₹ 3,000 per month after attaining the age of 60 years.
4. Family pension is applicable to the spouse and unmarried daughters.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. A. 1,3 and 4
2. B. 2 and 3 only
3. C. 2 only
4. D. 1, 2 and 4

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has to address the challenges faced by children in the digital era. Examine the existing policies and suggest measures the Commission can initiate to tackle the issue.

"In contemporary development models, decision-making and problem-solving responsibilities are not located close to the source of information and execution defeating the objectives of development." Critically evaluate.

India aims to become a semiconductor manufacturing hub. What are the challenges faced by the semiconductor industry in India? Mention the salient features of the India Semiconductor Mission.

Examine the evolving pattern of Centre-State financial relations in the context of planned development in India. How far have the recent reforms impacted the fiscal federalism in India?

Explain how the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) can be used as a tool for assessing the fiscal performance of states in India. In what way would it encourage the states to adopt prudent and sustainable fiscal policies?

India-Africa digital partnership is achieving mutual respect, co-development and long-term institutional partnerships. Elaborate.

With reference to the Karnataka government's STEAM-based education initiative, what does the 'A' in STEAM primarily emphasize?

1. A. Agriculture
2. B. Analytics
3. C. Arts
4. D. Astronomy

Which of the following is NOT an explicitly stated objective or characteristic of the Karnataka government's STEAM-based education initiative?

1. A. To develop students into creative entrepreneurs.
2. B. To prepare students for future job markets in emerging technologies like AI and ML.
3. C. To entirely replace all traditional textbook-based learning with experimental methods.
4. D. To foster problem-solving skills and collaborative teamwork.

The pilot program for implementing STEAM-based education in Karnataka Public Schools is currently being supported by which existing national initiative?

1. A. National Digital Education Architecture (NDEAR)
2. B. Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL)
3. C. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
4. D. Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)

The Karnataka government's decision to implement STEAM-based education aims to prepare students for future job markets in emerging fields like AI, ML, and cybersecurity. Discuss the significance of such educational reforms in addressing India's demographic dividend and ensuring inclusive growth in the context of the rapidly evolving global economy.

Introduce STEAM education and its objectives. Link it to India's demographic dividend by explaining how it can convert potential into productive workforce. Discuss how skill development in emerging technologies fosters inclusive growth by creating opportunities for a wider section of society. Conclude with the broader socio-economic impact.

The implementation of STEAM-based education in all Karnataka Public Schools at the high school level represents a significant shift from traditional learning. Evaluate the potential opportunities and challenges associated with scaling up such an initiative across public schools in India.

Begin by outlining the opportunities presented by STEAM education (e.g., skill development, innovation, future readiness). Subsequently, discuss the challenges in scaling it up, such as teacher training, infrastructure requirements, curriculum integration, funding, and ensuring equitable access. Conclude with a balanced perspective on its feasibility and impact.