Context:
Recently, the first meeting of the governing board of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) was chaired by the Prime Minister.
Relevance:
GS III: Environment and Ecology
Anusandhan National Research Foundation Overview
- It aims to bolster India’s research potential and nurture a robust research culture across academic and research institutions.
- Launching several key programs including the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR), Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas (MAHA), and ANRF Centres of Excellence (ACE).
Key Programs and Strategies
- PAIR (Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research):
- Purpose: To cultivate partnerships between leading and emerging research institutions.
- Structure: Operates on a Hub and Spoke model to maximize collaborative research efforts.
- MAHA (Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas):
- Focus: Prioritizes rapid development in crucial sectors such as EV Mobility and Advanced Materials.
- Approach: Driven by a solution-oriented and priority-focused research methodology.
- ANRF Centres of Excellence:
- Goal: To establish premier research facilities that offer advanced infrastructure for cutting-edge studies across various disciplines.
Funding and Legislative Support
- Establishment: Formed under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation Act, 2023.
- Mandate: To seed, expand, and perpetuate a culture of innovation and research nationally.
-Source: The Hindu
