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NEP 2020: Promoting Research and Innovation

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Which of the following is a key objective of NEP 2020 in terms of promoting research and innovation?

  1. Enhancing the quality of research in higher education institutions

  2. Fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship

  3. Promoting interdisciplinary research

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to enhance the quality of research in higher education institutions, foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, and promote interdisciplinary research.

What is the proposed structure for research funding under NEP 2020?

  1. A single, centralized agency

  2. Multiple funding agencies with specific mandates

  3. A combination of centralized and decentralized funding

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

NEP 2020 proposes a combination of centralized and decentralized funding for research, with a focus on promoting autonomy and accountability.

How does NEP 2020 aim to promote interdisciplinary research?

  1. By encouraging collaboration between different disciplines

  2. By establishing interdisciplinary research centers

  3. By providing funding for interdisciplinary research projects

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to promote interdisciplinary research by encouraging collaboration between different disciplines, establishing interdisciplinary research centers, and providing funding for interdisciplinary research projects.

What is the role of technology in promoting research and innovation under NEP 2020?

  1. To enhance access to research resources

  2. To facilitate collaboration between researchers

  3. To support the development of new technologies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 recognizes the importance of technology in promoting research and innovation by enhancing access to research resources, facilitating collaboration between researchers, and supporting the development of new technologies.

How does NEP 2020 aim to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education institutions?

  1. By encouraging the establishment of innovation and entrepreneurship cells

  2. By providing funding for student startups

  3. By promoting mentorship and networking opportunities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education institutions by encouraging the establishment of innovation and entrepreneurship cells, providing funding for student startups, and promoting mentorship and networking opportunities.

What is the significance of the National Research Foundation (NRF) proposed under NEP 2020?

  1. To promote research and innovation across disciplines

  2. To provide funding for research projects

  3. To facilitate collaboration between researchers and industry

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) proposed under NEP 2020 aims to promote research and innovation across disciplines, provide funding for research projects, and facilitate collaboration between researchers and industry.

Which of the following is NOT a key recommendation of NEP 2020 in terms of promoting research and innovation?

  1. Increasing the number of PhD students in higher education institutions

  2. Promoting open access to research publications

  3. Encouraging the commercialization of research findings

  4. Reducing the regulatory burden on researchers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Increasing the number of PhD students in higher education institutions is not a key recommendation of NEP 2020 in terms of promoting research and innovation.

How does NEP 2020 aim to address the issue of brain drain in India?

  1. By providing attractive career opportunities for researchers in India

  2. By promoting international collaboration in research

  3. By creating a conducive environment for research and innovation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to address the issue of brain drain in India by providing attractive career opportunities for researchers in India, promoting international collaboration in research, and creating a conducive environment for research and innovation.

What is the role of industry in promoting research and innovation under NEP 2020?

  1. To provide funding for research projects

  2. To collaborate with academia on research projects

  3. To provide mentorship and training opportunities for researchers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 recognizes the role of industry in promoting research and innovation by providing funding for research projects, collaborating with academia on research projects, and providing mentorship and training opportunities for researchers.

How does NEP 2020 aim to promote research and innovation in areas of national importance?

  1. By establishing thematic research clusters

  2. By providing funding for research projects in these areas

  3. By promoting collaboration between academia and industry in these areas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to promote research and innovation in areas of national importance by establishing thematic research clusters, providing funding for research projects in these areas, and promoting collaboration between academia and industry in these areas.

What is the significance of the proposed National Education Technology Forum (NETF) under NEP 2020?

  1. To promote the use of technology in education

  2. To develop innovative educational technologies

  3. To facilitate collaboration between academia and industry in the development of educational technologies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Education Technology Forum (NETF) proposed under NEP 2020 aims to promote the use of technology in education, develop innovative educational technologies, and facilitate collaboration between academia and industry in the development of educational technologies.

How does NEP 2020 aim to promote research and innovation in the field of artificial intelligence (AI)?

  1. By establishing AI research centers

  2. By providing funding for AI research projects

  3. By promoting collaboration between academia and industry in AI research

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to promote research and innovation in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) by establishing AI research centers, providing funding for AI research projects, and promoting collaboration between academia and industry in AI research.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge identified by NEP 2020 in promoting research and innovation in India?

  1. Lack of funding for research

  2. Inadequate research infrastructure

  3. Limited collaboration between academia and industry

  4. High regulatory burden on researchers


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

High regulatory burden on researchers is not a key challenge identified by NEP 2020 in promoting research and innovation in India.

How does NEP 2020 aim to promote research and innovation in the field of renewable energy?

  1. By establishing renewable energy research centers

  2. By providing funding for renewable energy research projects

  3. By promoting collaboration between academia and industry in renewable energy research

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NEP 2020 aims to promote research and innovation in the field of renewable energy by establishing renewable energy research centers, providing funding for renewable energy research projects, and promoting collaboration between academia and industry in renewable energy research.

What is the role of the proposed National Research Foundation (NRF) in promoting research and innovation in India?

  1. To provide funding for research projects

  2. To facilitate collaboration between researchers

  3. To promote interdisciplinary research

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) proposed under NEP 2020 aims to provide funding for research projects, facilitate collaboration between researchers, and promote interdisciplinary research.

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