Footwear Design and Development Institute inks four MoUs with renowned Research and Academic Institutes

Current Context: On September 12, 2024, the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) signed four MoUs with Tamil Nadu Physical and Sports University, Vellore Institute of Technology, Woxsen University, and Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology at Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi.

• These agreements aim to enhance research, facilitate knowledge exchange, and promote skill development in the footwear and leather sectors.
• The collaboration will involve joint courses, training programs, and innovative projects across FDDI’s campuses, aiming to elevate industry standards to international benchmarks.
• Additionally, these partnerships will support the development of new technologies and sustainable practices, ensuring that the Indian footwear industry remains competitive globally.
• The MoUs also emphasize the importance of industry-academia collaboration in driving growth and innovation.

Question:

1. On September 12, 2024, the Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI) signed MoUs with how many institutions?

• A) Two
• B) Four
• C) Five
• D) Three

Answer: B) FDDI signed MoUs with four institutions: Tamil Nadu Physical and Sports University, Vellore Institute of Technology, Woxsen University, and Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology.