Q1. Which ratio did Dharmendra Pradhan identify as the longer-term direction for research investment partnership?
A 70:30 between Government and industry
B 50:50 between the public sector and industry Correct
C 90:10 between universities and industry
D 100% funding by Government institutions
Explanation
The Minister said around 70% of research investment currently comes from Government, but the long-term direction should be a balanced 50:50 partnership between the public sector and industry. The other ratios either describe the current imbalance inaccurately or contradict the stated partnership goal.