Consider the following statements regarding NIRF Rankings and identify the correct statement .

i.         The Framework uses several parameters for ranking purposes like resources, research, and stakeholder perception .

ii.         These parameters have been grouped into Six clusters .

iii.         Learning and Resource is one of the Parameter .

Solution

The National Institutional Ranking Framework ( NIRF ) was approved by the MHRD and launched by Honourable Minister of Human Resource Development on 29th September 2015 .   This framework outlines a methodology to rank institutions across the country . The methodology draws from the overall recommendations broad understanding arrived at by a Core Committee set up by MHRD, to identify the broad parameters for ranking various universities and institutions . The parameters broadly cover “ Teaching, Learning and Resources, ” “ Research and Professional Practices, ” “ Graduation Outcomes, ” “ Outreach and Inclusivity, ” and “ Perception ”.   India Rankings – 2016 based on this framework were released on 4th April 2016 .   For India Rankings – 2017, the main ranking parameters remain the same . However, there are a few significant changes in a few sub - parameters . Also, this year every large institution will be given a common overall rank as well as a discipline specific rank as applicable .