Q. Recently, which scheme was launched by Karnataka Government for providing financial aid to unemployed graduates and diploma holders?
Answer:
Yuva Nidhi scheme
Notes: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated Yuva Nidhi, a scheme providing financial aid to unemployed graduates and diploma holders for two years. The event, held in Shivamogga on Swamy Vivekananada’s birth anniversary, saw symbolic cheques distributed by the Chief Minister and other ministers to beneficiaries from various districts. Administered by the Department of Skill Development, registration for the scheme began on December 26, attracting nearly 70,000 participants. Graduates receive ₹3,000 monthly, while diploma holders get ₹1,500.