SPARK Program

In News:

• The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), has launched an initiative to support the research efforts of youth of the Country by developing the Studentship Program for Ayurveda Research Ken (SPARK) for Ayurveda (BAMS) students studying in recognised Ayurveda colleges.
• SPARK program is primarily developed to help students develop acumen for research and to further support and incentivise their research ideas.

Source: Pib.Gov

Previous Year Question

Q.1) With reference to ‘Stand Up India Scheme’, which of the following statements is/are correct? (2016)

1. Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.
2. It provides for refinance through SIDBI.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2