4th July 2024 (10 Topics)
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Context
The government notified the governing board and the executive council of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). However, the executive and governing boards of ANRF has no representation from Indian industry. There is also no presence of State universities, who the ANRF had said would be among the major beneficiaries of the new structure.
About ANRF
- Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) is a new research funding agency with an outlay of Rs 50,000 crore over the next five years.
- ANRF aims to consolidate research funding previously managed by the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB).
- It will foster research and innovation across India's universities, colleges, and laboratories in natural sciences, engineering, health, agriculture, and more and enhance the country's Research and Development (R&D) capabilities.
- Structure and Leadership:
- Governing Board (15 members): Headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as President, with Ministers of Science & Technology and Education as Vice Presidents. Includes Secretaries from key departments and advisors.
- Executive Council: Chaired by the Principal Scientific Adviser, consisting of Secretaries from various ministries and CEOs.
- The bill (Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill, 2023) to establish the ANRF was passed by both the Houses of Parliament in August last year.
- The ANRF is a move to provide a high-level strategic direction for research, innovation and entrepreneurship in the fields of natural sciences, including mathematical sciences, engineering and technology, environmental and earth sciences, health and agriculture, and have long-term effect and outcomes for each citizen.
Comparison with SERB Act, 2008:
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SERB Act, 2008 |
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) Act |
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Funds |
SERB funded solely by the government.
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ANRF seeks contributions from both government and private sources |
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Governance |
Chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology |
Led directly by high-level officials |
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Scope |
Promoting basic research in Science and Engineering |
ANRF expands beyond natural sciences to include mathematics, humanities, social sciences, and art, aiming to address national priorities like clean energy and sustainable infrastructure |
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Participation |
Hard for private research organisations to contribute to NRF funding body. |
Aims to involve Government institutions, colleges, Universities, higher educational institutions and private sector organisations |
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