Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) India and Canada
Explanation:
· IC-IMPACTS stands for India-Canada Centre for Innovative Multidisciplinary Partnership to Accelerate Community Transformation and Sustainability.
· It is a joint initiative between India and Canada to solve community challenges.
· Focus areas include water quality, public health, and infrastructure.
· The centre links researchers, industries, and governments from both countries.
· It fosters innovation-driven bilateral research partnerships.
Information Booster:
· IC-IMPACTS was launched in 2013.
· It is supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), India, and the Government of Canada.
· The centre is headquartered at University of British Columbia, Canada.
· Projects include smart cities, health diagnostics, and wastewater treatment.
· It promotes student exchange and research fellowships.
Additional Information:
• IC-IMPACTS is India’s first international research collaboration centre in Canada.
• It contributes to the Clean Ganga Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission.