Q. With reference to Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) consider the following statements:
1.It aims to create a fund dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness and reliability of public-owned telecommunication networks, leading to improved services for consumers.
2.The scheme also aims to promote technology ownership and indigenous manufacturing, create a culture of technology co-innovation, reduce imports, boost export opportunities and creation of Intellectual Property.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. TTDF aims to fund R&D in rural-specific communication technology applications and form synergies among academia, start-ups, research institutes, and the industry to build and develop the telecom ecosystem.
Statement 2 is correct. The scheme also aims to promote technology ownership and indigenous manufacturing, create a culture of technology co-innovation, reduce imports, boost export opportunities and creation of Intellectual Property.
Source: ForumIAS
