ONOS launched by the government to provide seamless access to digital knowledge resources

Current Context: The One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) initiative was launched by the Indian government on January 1, 2025.

• This scheme aims to provide seamless access to a wide range of digital knowledge resources, including research papers, journals, and academic content, under a single subscription platform.
• It is expected to benefit over 1.8 crore students, researchers, and faculty members from government-funded higher education institutions and research centers across India.
• The initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and aims to foster innovation and elevate research standards by breaking down geographical and financial barriers to knowledge.
• The scheme is coordinated by the Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) and has a budget allocation of Rs 6,000 crore for the period of 2025-2027.

Question:

1 What is the budget allocation for the One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) initiative for the period 2025-2027?

• A) Rs 10,000 crore
• B) Rs 5,000 crore
• C) Rs 6,000 crore
• D) Rs 7,500 crore

Answer: C) The government has allocated Rs 6,000 crore for the One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) initiative for the duration of 2025-2027.