TRB PGT Education Unit 1.15 Perspectives of Education - Skill Development. Education of the Socially Disadvantaged Groups: Tribal, Scheduled and Marginalized groups.

TRB PGT Education Unit 1.15 Perspectives of Education - Skill Development. Education of the Socially Disadvantaged Groups: Tribal, Scheduled and Marginalized groups.

1. Which of the following is considered a key objective of skill development programs in education?

A) To increase the duration of schooling B) To prepare students for theoretical research C) To enhance employability and practical competence D) To focus solely on rote memorization

2. The term "Skill India" is primarily associated with which of the following?

A) Promotion of higher education in arts B) Vocational training and skill development C) Universalization of elementary education D) Encouraging sports activities in schools

3. Which commission first emphasized the importance of vocationalization of education at the secondary stage?

A) University Education Commission (1948-49) B) Kothari Commission (1964-66) C) Mudaliar Commission (1952-53) D) Radhakrishnan Commission (1948)

4. A major barrier to the education of socially disadvantaged groups is often:

A) Lack of interest in education among these groups B) Non-availability of government schools C) Cultural and linguistic differences D) Over-crowding in classrooms

5. The main objective of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) was to:

A) Promote higher education in urban areas B) Universalize elementary education C) Provide skill training to adults D) Establish new universities

6. The concept of "Equity" in education for marginalized groups implies:

A) Providing equal opportunities and resources to all students B) Giving preferential treatment to students from rich families C) Providing extra support to disadvantaged students to achieve parity D) Creating separate schools for different social groups

7. What does the term "Scheduled Tribes" (STs) in India primarily refer to?

A) The wealthiest section of society B) Indigenous communities residing in specific areas C) People who work in government offices D) People belonging to a particular religion

8. Which of the following is an example of a demand-driven skill development program?

A) A program designed without considering market needs B) A program that trains individuals based on current industry requirements C) A program that offers only theoretical knowledge D) A program that is solely funded by the government

9. The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) was established with the primary goal of:

A) Providing grants for school infrastructure B) Promoting private sector participation in skill development C) Regulating university admissions D) Conducting national level examinations

10. The concept of "mainstreaming" in the context of education for socially disadvantaged groups means:

A) Giving them separate schools for better education B) Integrating them into regular schools with other children C) Providing education through traditional methods only D) Excluding them from all educational institutions

11. What is the primary purpose of the 'Mid-Day Meal Scheme' in schools?

A) To provide free books to students B) To increase school enrollment and attendance C) To provide a platform for cultural exchange D) To promote sports activities

12. The term "marginalized groups" in education refers to:

A) Students who perform poorly in academics B) Groups that are pushed to the fringes of society and lack access to resources C) Students who belong to a specific religious group D) Students who are exceptionally talented

13. The role of NGOs in the education of socially disadvantaged groups is often focused on:

A) Building large school buildings B) Providing complementary support and reaching remote areas C) Conducting final board examinations D) Regulating the curriculum of government schools

14. What is the meaning of "vocational education"?

A) Education focused on spiritual studies B) Education that prepares individuals for a specific trade or career C) Education that is only for university students D) Education that focuses only on theoretical science

15. What is a key challenge for skill development in India's informal sector?

A) The formal recognition of skills acquired through traditional methods B) Availability of modern machinery C) High salaries for skilled workers D) Lack of interest from the government

16. The provision of scholarships and free books to students from disadvantaged groups is an example of:

A) A punitive measure B) An incentive to promote education C) A form of punishment D) A way to reduce teacher's workload

17. Which Article of the Indian Constitution ensures equality of opportunity in matters of public employment?

A) Article 14 B) Article 15 C) Article 16 D) Article 21A

18. The main focus of skill-based learning in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is:

A) To increase the number of universities B) To reduce the number of subjects in the curriculum C) To integrate vocational education from the school level D) To promote foreign language learning

19. Which of the following is not a challenge faced by tribal education?

A) Cultural differences B) Language barrier C) Lack of interest from teachers D) Socio-economic factors

20. The concept of "inclusive education" for socially disadvantaged groups means:

A) Providing separate schools for all groups B) Educating all students together in a common setting C) Educating only the gifted students D) Excluding students with disabilities

21. The term "Skill Gap" refers to the difference between:

A) The skills required by employers and those possessed by the workforce B) The skills of a student and a teacher C) The skills taught in school and skills learned at home D) The skills of two different countries

22. The term "marginalization" is often a result of:

A) Equal distribution of resources B) Socio-economic and political inequalities C) High academic achievement D) Cultural homogeneity

23. What is the primary aim of the "National Skill Qualification Framework" (NSQF)?

A) To standardize and integrate vocational and general education B) To create a new board for school education C) To provide online courses for university students D) To regulate private universities

24. The term "socially disadvantaged groups" in the Indian context mainly includes:

A) Only people living in urban areas B) Only people with a high income C) Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes D) Students who are good at sports

25. The challenge of a high dropout rate among tribal students can be best addressed by:

A) Introducing a difficult curriculum B) Creating separate boarding schools with a culturally relevant curriculum C) Focusing only on theoretical subjects D) Decreasing teacher-student interaction

26. Which of the following is a primary goal of a successful skill development program?

A) To increase the number of academic degrees B) To meet the skill demands of the local and global market C) To make all students learn a single skill D) To eliminate traditional occupations

27. "Poverty" is a significant factor in educational disadvantage because it often leads to:

A) Increased access to technology B) Poor nutrition and health, affecting learning C) High motivation for academic success D) Better teacher-student ratio

28. The term "Educational Backwardness" is defined based on:

A) The number of schools in a state B) The level of literacy and enrollment rates C) The population of a region D) The availability of public transport

29. The concept of "Equitable and Inclusive Education" is a central theme in which policy?

A) National Policy on Education 1986 B) Right to Education Act 2009 C) National Education Policy 2020 D) All of the above

30. What is a key strategy for promoting skill development among the youth?

A) Focusing only on theoretical subjects B) Integrating vocational training with formal education C) Discouraging entrepreneurship D) Increasing the cost of education

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