INSPIRE is an ongoing initiative of Government of India for

INSPIRE is an ongoing initiative of Government of India for

attraction of talent for science and research
research advancement through nurturing
promoting research among various S & T stakeholders
augmenting quality manpower in niche areas of research
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2019
The correct answer is A) attraction of talent for science and research.
The INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) program is a flagship initiative of the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India. Its core objective is to attract bright young students to study science and pursue research careers. The program includes components like scholarships, fellowships, and research grants aimed at different age groups, from school children to researchers.
INSPIRE has various components like INSPIRE Award-MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge) for school students, SHE (Scholarship for Higher Education) for undergraduates, AORC (Assured Opportunity for Research Careers) which includes INSPIRE Fellowship and INSPIRE Faculty Scheme for post-graduate and post-doctoral researchers respectively.