INSPIRE Programme Benefitted Over 3.75 Lakh Students and Researchers in Five Years
UPSC / SSC current affairs note
Why in news
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed Parliament that the INSPIRE programme has benefitted over 3.75 lakh students and researchers in the last five years. This highlights the government's continued focus on promoting science and innovation among youth.
Background
INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) is a flagship programme of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, launched in 2008. It aims to attract talented students and researchers to pursue careers in science and technology.
Key facts
Over 3.75 lakh students and researchers have benefitted from INSPIRE in the last five years.
The programme is implemented by the Department of Science and Technology.
INSPIRE includes components like INSPIRE Award, INSPIRE Internship, and INSPIRE Fellowship.
It targets students in the age group of 10-15 years for early exposure to science.
The programme also supports doctoral and post-doctoral research.
Prelims pointers
- INSPIRE: Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research
- Launched in 2008
- Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Science and Technology (Department of Science and Technology)
- Components: INSPIRE Award, INSPIRE Internship, INSPIRE Fellowship, INSPIRE Faculty
Mains angles
- Role of INSPIRE in promoting scientific temper and research culture in India
- Government schemes for science education and their impact on innovation