Under the Quality Mandate of UGC, the acronym 'CARE' stands for

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The Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics (CARE) was established by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to promote high-quality research and prevent unethical practices in academic publishing. UGC CARE is responsible for maintaining a list of credible and quality journals, which can be referred to by Indian researchers and academicians for their publications. This initiative helps in curbing the proliferation of predatory journals and ensures that research outputs are of international standards.
Information Booster: 1. UGC CARE List: It contains a list of reputable journals and helps researchers identify where to publish their work.
2. The purpose of CARE is to improve the quality of research output and ensure ethical standards in research publishing.
3. CARE discourages publication in predatory or fake journals that compromise the quality and ethics of academic work.
4. CARE group includes experts in various academic disciplines who evaluate journals based on set criteria.
5. It also aims to promote Indian academic research and enhance the visibility of Indian publications globally.
6. CARE is part of UGC's larger vision to enhance research integrity and academic rigor in Indian higher education institutions.