- BIS launched a hackathon to raise awareness about Indian standards.
- The main aim of this hackathon is to raise awareness about Indian standards. It also aware people about its role in ensuring quality and safety.
- This hackathon has been launched for students across institutes that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
- Participants have been given the task of designing and developing a platform for online activities and games focused on Indian Standards.
- All entries have to be submitted by 23rd August.
- The online activities include various BIS activities to increase awareness and quality consciousness.
Bureau of Indian Standards
- It is an Indian national standard body that works under the aegis of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.
- It is a statutory body that was established by the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
- Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.