NIDHI is an umbrella scheme for the promotion of

NIDHI is an umbrella scheme for the promotion of

young and aspiring innovators.
scientific research.
primary health care.
primary education in rural areas.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CDS-1 – 2021
The correct answer is A) young and aspiring innovators. NIDHI stands for National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations, which is an umbrella program conceptualized by the Department of Science & Technology (DST) to nurture ideas and innovations into successful startups.
NIDHI primarily focuses on supporting and promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, targeting young innovators and startups.
The NIDHI program covers various components like PRAYAS (Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring innovators & Startups), Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR), NIDHI iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence), Seed Support System, Centers of Excellence, etc., all aimed at creating a robust innovation ecosystem.