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Q61·GS Paper 1 · Prelims 2017

National Skills Qualification Framework

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Question

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

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

    Under NSQF, a learner can acquire the certification for competency only through formal learning.

  2. 2.

    An outcome expected from the implementation of NSQF is the mobility between vocational and general education.

Options

a

1 only

b

2 only

Answer
c

Both 1 and 2

d

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because NSQF allows learners to acquire certification through multiple pathways including formal, non-formal, and informal learning. The framework is designed to recognize competency acquired through various channels, not only formal education. Statement 2 is correct as one of the key objectives of NSQF is to create horizontal and vertical mobility between vocational and general education streams, allowing learners to move between these pathways. This flexibility is a core feature of the framework to enhance educational and vocational opportunities. > NSQF enables multi-pathway learning and cross-stream mobility, not formal-only certification. Answer: (b).

Question details

Year

2017

Paper

GS Paper 1

Question

Q61

Subject

Current Affairs

Sub-topic

Skill Development and Education Policy

Type

Statement-based

Difficulty

Medium

Nature

Current-affairs-linked

Source hint

NSQF Policy 2015-2017

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