1. With reference to the National Research Foundation (NRF) in India, consider the following statements:
- The National Research Foundation was proposed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to promote a culture of research across all disciplines.
- NRF’s funding mechanism will allow private sector contributions to support research in strategic sectors like defense and space.
- The Governing Board of NRF includes members from international research organizations to ensure global standards.
- NRF’s mandate includes integrating research in Indian higher education institutions with the needs of the private sector for better economic outcomes.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
