Is CSIR a government organisation?

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (IAST: vaigyanik tathā audyogik anusandhāna pariṣada) abbreviated as CSIR was established by the Government of India in September 1942 as an autonomous body that has emerged as the largest research and development organisation in India.

What does the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research do?

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches and develops transformative technologies to accelerate socioeconomic prosperity in South Africa.

What are the achievements of CSIR?

Achievements

• CSIR Diamond Jubilee Invention Award for School Children.
• CSIR Innovation Award for School Children (CIASC)
• CSIR Young Scientist Awards (YSA)
• Prof.
• Raman Research Fellowship Award for CSIR Scientists.
• Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize For Science and Technology.

Who is the founder of CSIR?

Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar
Council Of Scientific And Industrial Research (CSIR)/Founders

What is the aim of CSIR?

CSIR’s Mission statement thus is: To provide scientific industrial research and development that maximises the economic, environmental and societal benefit for the people of India. Industry has a wider connotation than mere manufacturing.

What is the purpose of CSIR?

The CSIR aims to contribute to the national programme of development, perform relevant knowledge generating research and transferring technology and skilled human capital, and strengthen the science and technology base.

How is CSIR funded?

The CSIR ensures that the annual grant received from Parliament through the Department of Science and Technology, which accounts for some 30\% of its total income, is invested in knowledge generation, scientific infrastructure and enhancing skills.