'One Scientist, One Product' scheme launched by ICAR

Current Context: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched a groundbreaking initiative called 'One Scientist, One Product' on 16th July 2024.

• This scheme aims to revolutionize agricultural research and development in India by assigning specific research targets to individual scientists.
• Key Objectives of the Scheme:
• Enhanced Specialization: By focusing on a single product or research area, scientists can delve deeper into their expertise.
• Improved Research Efficiency: Streamlining research efforts leads to faster results and quicker translation of research into practical applications.
• Accelerated Development: The program aims to expedite the development of new agricultural technologies and products.

Question:

1 Which organization launched the 'One Scientist, One Product' initiative?

• A) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
• B) National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE)
• C) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
• D) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

Answer: D) The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched a groundbreaking initiative called 'One Scientist, One Product' on 16th July 2024.