Explanation: In 2007 a Mission on Nano Science and Technology (Nano Mission) was launched by the DST to foster, promote and develop all aspects of nanoscience and nanotechnology which have the potential to benefit the country. It is an umbrella programme for capacity building which envisages the overall development of this field of research in the country and to tap some of its applied potential for nation’s development.

Source: https://dst.gov.in/scientific-programmes/mission-nano-science-and-technology-nano-mission#:~:text=Building%20upon%20the%20promotional%20activities,Nano%20Mission)%20in%20May%202007.