One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) scheme, introduced on 1 January 2025 by which of the following ministry?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: Ministry of Education (Option 1)
- The One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) scheme was launched on 1 January 2025 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
- The scheme provides nationwide access to high-quality scholarly journals and research publications through a single centralized subscription.
- It benefits students, researchers, faculty members, and scientists from universities, colleges, and government-funded higher education institutions.
- ONOS aims to remove barriers to research by ensuring equal access to academic resources across the country.
- The initiative supports the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by promoting quality education, innovation, and research.
- It is expected to strengthen India's research ecosystem and improve the global competitiveness of Indian institutions.