With reference to Institution of Eminence (IoE) scheme, consider the following statements:1.It aims to provide world class teaching and research facilities to Indian students within the country and enhance the general level of education.2.Institutions selected as IoE will not be subjected to the UGC Inspections.3.The scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q. With reference to Institution of Eminence (IoE) scheme, consider the following statements:
1.It aims to provide world class teaching and research facilities to Indian students within the country and enhance the general level of education.
2.Institutions selected as IoE will not be subjected to the UGC Inspections.
3.The scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 2 only

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 2 are correct. IoE scheme aims to provide world class teaching and research facilities to Indian students within the country and enhance the general level of education. Institutions selected as IoE will not be subjected to the UGC Inspections.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Institution of Eminence scheme is a scheme of Ministry of Human Resource Development pertaining to higher education institutions (HES) in India.

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