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National Mission for Mathematical Sciences

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the National Mission for Mathematical Sciences (NMMS), an initiative launched by the Government of India to promote research and education in mathematical sciences.
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In which year was the National Mission for Mathematical Sciences (NMMS) launched?

  1. 2007

  2. 2008

  3. 2009

  4. 2010

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NMMS was launched in 2007 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.

What is the primary objective of the NMMS?

  1. To promote research and education in mathematical sciences

  2. To provide scholarships to meritorious students in mathematics

  3. To establish centers of excellence in mathematics

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NMMS aims to promote research and education in mathematical sciences, provide scholarships to meritorious students in mathematics, and establish centers of excellence in mathematics.

Which of the following is not a component of the NMMS?

  1. National Initiative of Mathematical Sciences (NIMS)

  2. National Board of Higher Mathematics (NBHM)

  3. National Centre for Mathematics (NCM)

  4. National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER)

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NISER is not a component of the NMMS. It is an autonomous institution established by the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India.

What is the duration of the NMMS?

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 15 years

  4. 20 years

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The NMMS was initially launched for a period of 10 years, from 2007 to 2017. It has since been extended for another 10 years, from 2017 to 2027.

Which of the following is not a funding agency for the NMMS?

  1. Ministry of Human Resource Development

  2. Department of Science and Technology

  3. University Grants Commission

  4. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CSIR is not a funding agency for the NMMS. It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.

What is the total budget allocated for the NMMS?

  1. Rs. 1000 crore

  2. Rs. 2000 crore

  3. Rs. 3000 crore

  4. Rs. 4000 crore

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The total budget allocated for the NMMS is Rs. 2000 crore.

Which of the following is a major achievement of the NMMS?

  1. Establishment of the National Centre for Mathematics (NCM)

  2. Launch of the National Initiative of Mathematical Sciences (NIMS)

  3. Introduction of the INSPIRE scholarship program

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are major achievements of the NMMS.

What is the name of the scholarship program offered by the NMMS to meritorious students in mathematics?

  1. INSPIRE scholarship

  2. NMMS scholarship

  3. NCM scholarship

  4. NBHM scholarship

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The INSPIRE scholarship program is offered by the NMMS to meritorious students in mathematics.

What is the eligibility criteria for the INSPIRE scholarship?

  1. Students should have secured at least 80% marks in mathematics in Class 10

  2. Students should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in mathematics or a related field

  3. Students should have a valid NMMS score

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are eligibility criteria for the INSPIRE scholarship.

How many students are awarded the INSPIRE scholarship each year?

  1. 1000

  2. 2000

  3. 3000

  4. 4000

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

1000 students are awarded the INSPIRE scholarship each year.

What is the amount of the INSPIRE scholarship?

  1. Rs. 80,000 per year

  2. Rs. 1 lakh per year

  3. Rs. 1.2 lakh per year

  4. Rs. 1.5 lakh per year

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The amount of the INSPIRE scholarship is Rs. 80,000 per year.

For how many years is the INSPIRE scholarship awarded?

  1. 3 years

  2. 4 years

  3. 5 years

  4. 6 years

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The INSPIRE scholarship is awarded for 5 years.

What is the name of the center of excellence in mathematics established by the NMMS?

  1. National Centre for Mathematics (NCM)

  2. National Board of Higher Mathematics (NBHM)

  3. National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER)

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Centre for Mathematics (NCM) is the center of excellence in mathematics established by the NMMS.

Where is the National Centre for Mathematics (NCM) located?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Chennai

  4. Kolkata

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Centre for Mathematics (NCM) is located in Mumbai.

What is the main objective of the National Centre for Mathematics (NCM)?

  1. To promote research in mathematical sciences

  2. To provide advanced training in mathematics

  3. To disseminate mathematical knowledge

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are the main objectives of the National Centre for Mathematics (NCM).

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