Skill Development and Emerging Issues in Vocational Education and Training

By : Naresh Kumar, Tabassum Jamal

Page No: 410-419

Abstract
Skill development always has been an issue of great importance for policymakers and stock of skill manpower is an important indicator of technological competence. India has a vast base of technical manpower but there is a debate on lack of skill development; hence, India is facing a big challenge in the area of skill development system. Despite substantial infrastructure for skill development, a majority of potential students have inadequate access to education and vocational training, resulting in low educational attainment. This article reviews status of skill and vocational development and policy efforts taken by the government at various stages. It also provides a brief sketch of demand and supply of skilled workforce.

Authors :
Naresh Kumar : CSIR-National Institute of Science, Technology and Development Studies, K. S. Krishnan Marg, Pusa, New Delhi-110012, India
Tabassum Jamal : CSIR-National Institute of Science, Technology and Development Studies, K. S. Krishnan Marg, Pusa, New Delhi-110012, India