Relevance: GS2 – Education & Digital Inclusion; GS3 – Emerging Technologies | 

Source: PIB

The Government of India has launched “Yuva AI for All”, a national initiative to build basic Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy among school students aged 14–18 years, enabling youth to engage safely and meaningfully with AI.

What is Yuva AI for All?

A free, foundational AI-learning programme designed to introduce students to:

• Basics of Artificial Intelligence, responsible use, and common tools.
• Simple hands-on tasks on image, text, and speech AI.
• Ethics, safety, and digital responsibility in AI use.
• Interactive modules available in multiple Indian languages.
• Implemented through the Ministry of Education and CBSE.

• 3–5 hour self-paced digital course.
• Includes project-based learning and real-life AI scenarios.
• Issues digital certificates upon completion.
• Part of India’s broader AI Skilling Framework.

Significance

• Makes AI accessible to millions of students.
• Bridges digital divides; aligns with NEP 2020 focus on future skills.
• Promotes safe, ethical, and inclusive use of emerging technology.
• Prepares youth for AI-driven jobs, innovation and problem-solving.

One line Wrap: The initiative aims to democratise basic AI knowledge and prepare India’s youth for an increasingly technology-driven future.