Launch of Young Scientists Induction Training Programme

February 3, 2024

GS Paper III Science and Technology

Context:

Recently, the capacity building commission has launched the Young Scientists Induction Training programme in collaboration with the office of the principal scientific adviser (Office of PSA) at the Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam (IIM-V).

What Is Young Scientists Induction Training Programme?

Aim: To enhance the skills of young scientists.
It is a hybrid training module covering strategy, policy, system, soft skills, and societal relevance skills.

What Is Capacity Building Commission (CBC)?

The Capacity Building Commission (CBC) is a key component within the framework of the National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building (NPCSCB), specifically the Mission Karmayogi initiative.

Role Of Capacity Building Commission
- To create Annual Capacity Building Plans for different departments, ministries, and agencies.
- Oversee all Central Training Institutions that handle civil services capacity building.
- Establishing rules for common mid-career training programs for all civil services.

Independence and Structure

- The CBC functions independently with complete executive authority.
- It is made up of a three-member Commission, along with an internal Secretariat managed by a Secretary.

Also Read: Interim Budget 2024-25

News Source: PIB

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