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INSA and CSIR-NIScPR MoU on Science Communication

16 February 20261 min read
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYINSA andCSIR-NIScPR MoUon ScienceCommunication16 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Two science bodies agreed to work together on communicating science and informing policy with research evidence.

Key facts

  • Partners: the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) and CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR).
  • Place of signing: New Delhi.
  • Purpose: better science communication and evidence-based policy research.
  • Planned activities: joint publications, policy research, capacity-building programmes, outreach and stakeholder consultations.
  • Larger goal: robust Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) policymaking.

Exam angle

  • Abbreviations: INSA, CSIR-NIScPR, STI.
  • Type of agreement: MoU, signed in New Delhi.
  • Theme: science communication and policy research.

Test yourself

1. INSA signed an MoU on science communication with which institute?

The partner was CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research.

2. The INSA and CSIR-NIScPR MoU is meant to support policymaking in which area?

Collaboration supports robust STI policymaking.

3. Where was the INSA and CSIR-NIScPR MoU signed?

The notes say it was signed in New Delhi.

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