The number of Commercial Training Institutes in 1998 was
The number of Commercial Training Institutes in 1998 was
(a) 216
(b) 218
(c) 220
(d) 222
✅ Correct Option: (a) 216
Explanation
Till 1998, Pakistan had 216 commercial training institutes, responsible for imparting vocational and business-related skills. These institutes played a key role in workforce development, providing training in typing, stenography, office management, banking, accounting, and commerce-related skills. Their role gained importance as Pakistan focused on economic development and the demand for skilled workers increased.
10 PPSC-Relevant Facts
- Number of institutes: 216.
- Provided vocational & commercial training.
- Supported commerce, business, and office skills.
- Many operated under provincial technical boards.
- High demand due to office job growth in 1990s.
- Important part of manpower training policy.
- Female enrollment increased in the 1990s.
- Helped reduce unemployment through skill development.
- Formed basis of today’s TEVTA/ NAVTTC system.
- Linked with secondary and higher secondary commerce education.