Indo-French Joint Committee of Science and Technology Meeting

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Who co-chaired the second meeting of the Indo-French Joint Committee of Science and Technology?

Dr Claire Giry and a representative from the Indian Ministry of Higher Education

Prof Abhay Karandikar and Dr Claire Giry (correct)

Prof Abhay Karandikar and Dr Claire Giry's deputies

Prof Abhay Karandikar and a representative from the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research

What did Prof Abhay Karandikar highlight as a catalyst of Indo-French collaboration?

Initiative for promoting cultural exchange

Joint venture with a third-party country

Research partnerships in ancient technologies

Success of the CEFIPRA model (correct)

What new age technologies were mentioned by Prof Abhay Karandikar as areas for potential research partnerships?

Agriculture, construction, transportation, and communication

ICPS, health, clean energy, AI, quantum technologies, and advanced materials (correct)

Traditional medicine, astrology, folklore, and superstitions

Textile, food processing, tourism, and hospitality

What did Dr Claire Giry emphasize the need for stronger associations between researchers of the two countries to focus on?

Sustainable technologies, applied mathematics, health, and ocean research Signup and view all the answers

Where was the second meeting of the Indo-French Joint Committee of Science and Technology held?

Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) Signup and view all the answers

On what occasion was the committee meeting convened at the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI)?

India International & Science Festival (IISF) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the Indo-French roadmap signed on Bastille Day in Paris?

Horizon 2047 Signup and view all the answers

Who represented the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs at the JCST?

Deputy Director for Cultural Diplomacy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following institutes was NOT represented at the JCST?

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the program complementing the priorities of the JCST?

ANR-DST Program Signup and view all the answers

Which thematic fields are prioritized for scientific collaboration?

Health, Decarbonized Hydrogen, Marine Sciences, and Applied Mathematics Signup and view all the answers

Who emphasized the vibrancy of Indo-French scientific cooperation?

Co-chairs of the JCST Signup and view all the answers

Which institute has played a crucial role in structuring and sustaining the scientific partnership since 1987?

CEFIPRA Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the JCST?

To identify thematic priorities and enhance tools for achieving mutual goals in bilateral scientific cooperation Signup and view all the answers

Who delivered the Welcome address at the inaugural ceremony of Vigyanika : Science Literature Festival?

Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal Signup and view all the answers

What was emphasized as the role of Vigyanika at the inaugural ceremony?

Fostering networking among scientists and science enthusiasts Signup and view all the answers

Who underscored Vigyanika's role in fostering discussions on science at the inaugural ceremony?

Dr. Subhra Chakraborty Signup and view all the answers

What did Prof. Salunke emphasize at the inaugural ceremony?

The importance of increasing scientific temper and bridging the gap between common masses and scientists Signup and view all the answers

Who were the distinguished guests at the inaugural ceremony?

Dr. Dinakar M. Salunke, Dr. Subhra Chakraborty, Shri. A Jayakumar Signup and view all the answers

What did Dr. Subhra Chakraborty underscore at the inaugural ceremony?

The need for integrating science and literature in education Signup and view all the answers

What was the theme of the Scientific Session-I at the Vigyanika event?

Science and Technology Public Outreach in India Signup and view all the answers

Who emphasized the importance of training in scientific communication for how individuals perceive emerging technologies or developing drugs and vaccines?

Prof. Uma Kumar, AIIMS, New Delhi Signup and view all the answers

Who discussed the need to communicate science in languages other than English to overcome language barriers?

Prof. Gobardhan Das, Jawaharlal Nehru University Signup and view all the answers

Who advocated the importance of citizen participation in science through science communication efforts?

Prof. B. N. Jagatap, Senior Professor, IIT Bombay Signup and view all the answers

Who highlighted the contribution of events like Vigyanika to the dissemination of science among the general public and bringing together contemporary science and literature?

Shri A Jayakumar Signup and view all the answers

Who discussed the significance of extending scientific research from labs to the general populace, using India’s recent achievements in space and vaccine technology as examples?

Prof. Dinakar M. Salunke Signup and view all the answers

Who emphasized that for science communication initiatives to be successful, local leaders and innovative technologies must be included and socio-cultural factors should be taken into account?