Match List I (Initiatives in higher education) with List II (Description) and choose the correct answer from the options given below.

List I

i.GIAN

ii.IMPRINT-2

iii.DigiLocker

iv.SWAYAM

List II

a.Translation of research knowledge into viable technology (products and processes)

b.Achieve the three cardinal principles of education policy, namely access, equity and quality

c.Tap the talent pool of scientists and entrepreneurs internationally

d.Issuance and verification of documents and certificates in a digital way

Ai-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d

Bi-c, ii-a, iii-d, iv-b ✓ Correct

Ci-b, ii-c, iii-a, iv-d

Di-d, ii-a, iii-b, iv-c

Correct answer: (B) i-c, ii-a, iii-d, iv-b

Explanation

GIAN taps the international talent pool of scientists and entrepreneurs to engage with Indian institutions.

IMPRINT-2 translates research knowledge into viable technology, meaning products and processes.

DigiLocker enables issuance and verification of documents and certificates in a digital form.

SWAYAM works toward the three cardinal principles of policy, namely access, equity and quality.

GIAN stands for Global Initiative of Academic Networks, launched to bring foreign faculty to Indian campuses.

These initiatives together support the digital and research goals set for higher education.

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