Q. With reference to the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar award, consider the following statements:
1.It recognizes and honour outstanding and inspiring scientific, technological, and innovation contributions by researchers, technologists, and innovators.
2.Medicine, Agriculture, Environmental Science, and Technology are some of the categories available for the award.
3.Both Indian citizens and foreign nationals are eligible for the award.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar aims to recognize notable and inspiring contributions made by scientists, technologists, and innovators in various fields of science, technology, and technology-led innovation. Medicine, Agriculture, Environmental Science, and Technology are some of the categories available for the award. The award covers a broader range of 13 domains, including Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Mathematics & Computer Science, Earth Science, Engineering Sciences, Atomic Energy, Space Science and Technology, and others.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The award is specifically designed for Indian citizens and persons of Indian origin residing abroad who have made exceptional contributions benefiting Indian communities or society. Foreign nationals are not eligible.
Source: The Hindu
