India Exam Junction
26. ________ will be created as an apex body for fostering a strong research culture and building research capacity across higher education as per NEP-2020.
National Commission on Capacity Building and Research
Higher Education Commission
National Research Foundation
PM's Research Commission
Correct Answer :
National Research Foundation
Solution
The National Research Foundation (NRF) is proposed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 as the apex body to:
- Foster a strong research culture in higher education institutions.
- Build research capacity across disciplines.
- Provide funding and mentorship to researchers and institutions to strengthen innovation and knowledge creation in India.
The NRF will aim to bridge the gap between academic research and practical societal needs, promoting interdisciplinary research.