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[pib] REACHOUT Scheme

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Prelims level: REACHOUT Scheme

Why in the News?

The Indian student team, supported by the REACHOUT (Research, Education, Training and Outreach) scheme, achieved remarkable success at the 17th edition of the International Earth Sciences Olympiad (IESO) held in Beijing, China.

What is the REACHOUT Scheme?

  • It is an initiative by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) under the broader PRITHVI (PRITHvi Vigyan) program. 
  • The scheme aims to enhance the understanding and dissemination of Earth system sciences through research, education, and outreach activities.

About the International Earth Sciences Olympiad (IESO)

  • The IESO was established in 2003 during the International Geoscience Education Organization Council Meeting in Calgary, Canada.
  • The competition focuses on promoting interest in earth system sciences, particularly in addressing climate change, environmental challenges, and natural disasters.

India’s Participation:

  • India has participated in the IESO since 2007 and hosted the 10th edition in Mysore.
  • The Indian National Earth Science Olympiad (INESO) serves as a national-level prelude to the IESO, held across schools in India.
  • Top-performing students from INESO represent India at the IESO, with support from MoES and the Geological Society of India.

PYQ:

[2019] Atal Innovation Mission is set up under the

(a) Department of Science and Technology

(b) Ministry of Labour and Employment

(c) NITI Aayog

(d) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

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