Question

Match List-I with List-II

List-I (Youth Programme in India)	List-II (Focus/Aim)
(A) Scouts and Guides	(I) Aims at involving college level students in programmes of social service and national development
(B) The National Service Scheme	(II) Aimed at making the youth participate in the development processes of their respective countries
(C) Commonwealth Youth Programme	(III) Provides opportunities for students to involve themselves, on a whole-time basis for a short period of one or two years, in programmes of national development
(D) The National Service Volunteer Scheme	(IV) Aims at developing the character of boys and girls to make them good citizens by inculcating in them a spirit of loyalty, patriotism and thoughtfulness for others

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (III)
• (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Hint:

For questions on government schemes, pay attention to the target audience mentioned in the scheme's name or description. 'National Service Scheme' targets students for service, 'Scouts and Guides' targets boys and girls for character, and 'Commonwealth Youth Programme' has an international focus.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The question requires matching various youth development programmes with their specific aims and target groups.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation and Matching:


(A) Scouts and Guides: This is a well-known international movement focused on character development for boys and girls. Its primary aim is to instill values like loyalty, patriotism, and service to others, making them good citizens. (IV) Aims at developing the character of boys and girls... is a perfect description. So, A -> IV.
(B) The National Service Scheme (NSS): This is a flagship public service programme conducted by the Government of India, primarily for students in higher education (college level). Its motto is "Not Me, But You," reflecting its focus on social service and community development. (I) Aims at involving college level students in programmes of social service... is the exact definition of NSS. So, B -> I.
With A->IV and B->I, we can immediately identify option (1) as the correct choice. Let's confirm the other two matches in that option.

(C) Commonwealth Youth Programme (CYP): As the name suggests, this is an international programme involving Commonwealth countries. Its aim is to empower youth within these countries to participate in their national development. (II) Aimed at making the youth participate in the development processes of their respective countries is a fitting description for this international programme. So, C -> II.
(D) The National Service Volunteer Scheme (NSVS): This scheme provides an opportunity for students, after completing their first degree, to engage in national development activities on a whole-time basis for a defined period (one or two years). (III) Provides opportunities for students to involve themselves, on a whole-time basis for a short period... accurately describes this scheme. So, D -> III.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct matches are A-IV, B-I, C-II, and D-III. This corresponds to option (1).