Question

Explain the youth policy of the Government of India- 

1. National Empowerment Policy
2. National Youth Day
3. National Training Programmes

Answer 1

1. National Empowerment Policy: 
   1. India is a country with the maximum proportion of young people. Individuals in the age group of 15-29 are considered as ‘Youth’. The ‘Youth’, if provided with opportunities of education and skill training, can contribute significantly in the development of India. 
   2. A number of centres of ‘Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan’ were established in 1972. These centres began training young people for various skills. The programmes run by these centres were eventually merged in the ‘National Youth Empowerment Programme’.
   3. This programme put a thrust on topics like literacy, education, health and hygiene, family welfare, preservation and conservation of the environment, awareness of social issues, rural development and self-employment.
2. National Youth Day:
   1. 12th January is the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanand. It is observed as ‘National Youth Day’. Every year, the National Youth Festival is celebrated in the month of January.
   2. This festival is organised jointly by the Government of India and one of the State Governments. This festival is designed to provide a platform for the artistic talents of young individuals. The ‘Youth Hostels Association of India’ has established youth hostels in various parts of the country.
   3. These hostels are managed in collaboration by the Government of India and respective state governments. ‘Youth Hostels Association’ works for encouraging the adventure skills among young people. There are about 83 hostels in India, which provide accommodation to young people at minimum rates.
3. National Training Programmes:
   1. Several training programmes are conducted to enhance the skills and capabilities of the youth, including:
   2. Skill India Mission – Provides vocational training to enhance employability.
   3. Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) – Engages rural youth in community service and leadership programmes.
   4. National Service Scheme (NSS) – Encourages students to participate in social work and nation-building activities.
   5. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)- Offers skill training in various industries.