UPSC Prelims Marathon Quiz

Both the statements are correct.

The Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST) Programmeis intended to provide basic infrastructure and enabling facilities for promoting R&D activities and attracting fresh talents in universities & other educational institutions.

It is considered as complimentary support for enabling departments/ centres/ schools/ colleges to pursue research activities more efficiently.

Nature of Support:

The Scheme will provide optimal infrastructure facilities for higher research.

Proposal for individual R&D support is not accepted under this Scheme.

The synergy and focus of research may preferably be aligned to National Missions/ priorities.

Duration: The duration of support for each FIST Project is for a period not exceeding 5 years.