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    Which institution secured the first position in the India Rankings 2017 released by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of I
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    Which institution secured the first position in the India Rankings 2017 released by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India?

    A.

    Anna University, Chennai

    B.

    Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi

    C.

    Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore

    D.

    Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

    Correct option is C

    The correct answer is:(c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore
    Explanation:
    The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore secured the first position in the India Rankings 2017, which were released by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD),
    Government of India. These rankings were based on multiple factors such as teaching, research, professional practices, graduation outcomes, outreach, and perception.
    IISc Bangalore is known for its excellence in research and higher education in the fields of science, engineering, and technology.
    Information Booster:
    • The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was launched by MHRD in 2015 to assess Indian educational institutions.
    • IISc Bangalore consistently ranks among the top research institutions in India.
    • IIT Madras and IIT Bombay followed IISc Bangalore in the overall rankings for 2017.
    Additional Information:
    1. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi:
      Established in 1969, JNU is renowned for its excellence in social sciences, international studies, language courses, and liberal arts. It has been awarded the status of “University of Excellence” by the UGC.

    2. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi:
      Established in 1916 by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, BHU is one of the largest residential universities in Asia. 

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