Q15 · UPSC current affairs · 6 September 2026 · PIB · DSIR Common Research and Technology Development Hubs CRTDH

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Consider the following statements regarding Common Research and Technology Development Hubs (CRTDH):1.CRTDH hubs are set up by the Ministry of MSME in private industrial parks.2.The hubs function on a revenue model based on user fees and translational projects upon completing the initial grant phase.

A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because CRTDH hubs are set up by the DSIR (Department of Scientific and Industrial Research) in publicly funded institutions, not by the Ministry of MSME in private industrial parks. Statement 2 is correct as they function on a revenue model based on user fees and translational projects.

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