Consider the following statements about the Vigyan Dhara Scheme: 1. It is centrally sponsored scheme. 2. The scheme aims to strengthen the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) ecosystem in the country. 3. The scheme does not get any budgetary support from the government of India. How many of the above statements are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements about the Vigyan Dhara Scheme:
1.It is centrally sponsored scheme.
2.The scheme aims to strengthen the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) ecosystem in the country.
3.The scheme does not get any budgetary support from the government of India.
How many of the above statements are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Only 2

Statement 1 is incorrect: The Vigyan Dhara scheme is a central sector scheme and is being implemented at pan India level.

Statement 2 is correct: The primary objective of the Vigyan Dhara scheme is to promote capacity building in science and technology (S&T), as well as to advance research, innovation, and technology development.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The scheme consolidates three key umbrella schemes into one, with an ambitious budget of Rs. 10,579.84 crore for the period of 2021-22 to 2025-26, aligning with the 15th Finance Commission.

Source: PIB

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