22 Oct 2026 · PIB · scheme
PM-DAKSH Scheme: Empowering Marginalized Groups Through Skill Development
Relevant for: BPSC Combined Competitive Examination
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The PM-DAKSH (Pradhan Mantri Dakshata Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi) is a Central Sector Scheme focused on skill development for marginalized groups. It aims to enhance the employability of target beneficiaries, including artisans, women, and other backward classes, by providing them with relevant training. This initiative is crucial for socio-economic upliftment and integration into the workforce.
Key Facts for Prelims
- Scheme Name: PM-DAKSH (Pradhan Mantri Dakshata Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi)
- Scheme Type: Central Sector Scheme
- Objective: Skill development for marginalized groups
- Beneficiaries: Artisans, women, Other Backward Classes (OBCs)
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