UDAAN - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the scheme is for popularizing Science and Mathematics education among women?

a. Himmat
b. Udaan
c. Vigyan
d. CURIE
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Udaan

Explanation:

  • Ministry of Human Resource Development also launched UDAAN project to address the lower enrolment ratio of girl students in science and engineering colleges.
  • The aim of UDAAN is to enrich and enhance teaching and learning of Science and Mathematics at Senior Secondary level by providing free and online resources to every girl, with a focus on special incentives and support to 1000 selected disadvantaged girls per year.