Question

Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL):

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A.
  1 and 2 only
• B.
  2 and 3 only
• C.
  1 and 3 only
• D.
  1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B

2 and 3 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) has been developed in a collaborative effort by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Department of Aayush (now Ministry).

Statement 2 is correct: It manages a database of knowledge existing in various local languages such as Sanskrit, Urdu, Arabic, Persian and Tamil.

Statement 3 is correct: It has created a sui generis system for protecting traditional knowledge through which traditional knowledge shall be safeguarded from misappropriation.