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3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023 - Question and Answer Dataset

Name: 3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023 - Question and Answer Dataset
Creator: ugc.gov.in
Keywords: Economy, question-answering, extractive-qa, national-geoscience-awards, 2023, lifetime-achievement, young-geoscientist-award, mineral-discovery, exploration, applied-geosciences, mining, allied-areas

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53 extractive question-and-answer pairs built from 3784164 Nominations for NGA Regulation 2023, published by ugc.gov.in. The source is a 11-page publication. Source-evidenced topics include national geoscience awards, 2023, lifetime achievement, young geoscientist award, mineral discovery, exploration, applied geosciences, mining. Every answer is a verbatim span of text the source prints, and each row carries the passage it sits in, its offset in that passage, the source quote, the page and the location in the document, so any row can be checked against the original. Question types in the export: 37 factual, 10 list, 3 definition, 3 summary. 16 of the 53 pairs (30.2%) ask explanatory questions; the remaining 37 are factual or table-based questions. 98.11% of rows pass the corpus quality gate.

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Details of National Geoscience Awards 2023

This dataset contains 53 question-and-answer pairs extracted from the National Geoscience Awards (NGA) Regulation 2023 document published by the Ministry of Mines, India. The awards recognize contributions in geosciences, mining, and allied fields, with categories including Lifetime Achievement, National Geoscience Awards, and Young Geoscientist Awards. The dataset provides verbatim answers from the source document, covering eligibility criteria, award categories, and nomination procedures.

Lifetime Achievement Award criteria: Recognizes sustained and significant contributions in disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023.

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Sample rows from 3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023 - Question and Answer Dataset
question	answer	context	answer_start	question_type	knowledge_quality_score	source_document	source_quote	source_page	source_location	confidence	validation_status
What does the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement honor?	sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023	Ministry of Mines Government of India Nominations for National Geoscience Awards - 2023 The Ministry of Mines invites nominations for the National Geoscience Awards-2023 for contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental/applied geosciences, mining, and allied areas. The awards, instituted in 1966 and given annually, are an initiative of the Ministry to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence. Nature of Awards The National Geoscience Awards are of three categories: (A) National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023. The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 5,00,000/- and a certificate.	696	definition	1.000	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	Nature of Awards The National Geoscience Awards are of three categories: (A) National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023.	1	page=1,block=2	0.700	valid
What kind of achievement is recognized by the Lifetime Achievement Award in geosciences?	an exceptionally outstanding contribution in the area of geosciences, mining and allied fields	The candidates shortlisted/recommended for the “Lifetime Achievement Award” shall not appear for the presentation or the interview. (e) While considering the Award for lifetime achievement for an exceptionally outstanding contribution in the area of geosciences, mining and allied fields, the Award Making Authority, if deemed necessary, may consider the name of any renowned geo-scientist / engineer /technologist /academician with very high credentials and life time attainments. (f) The composition of various selection committees, proceedings of the meetings and the procedure for consideration of the nominations, other than as detailed herein will be kept confidential.	193	definition	1.000	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(e) While considering the Award for lifetime achievement for an exceptionally outstanding contribution in the area of geosciences, mining and allied fields, the Award Making Authority, if deemed necessary, may consider the name of any renowned geo-scientist / engineer /technologist /academician with very high credentials and life time attainments.
Who can qualify to receive the National Geoscience Awards?	Any citizen of India with significant contribution in any field of earth sciences	extraordinary achievements and outstanding contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental / applied geosciences, mining and allied areas. Any citizen of India with significant contribution in any field of earth sciences is eligible for the Award.	166	definition	1.000	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	extraordinary achievements and outstanding contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental / applied geosciences, mining and allied areas. Any citizen of India with significant contribution in any field of earth sciences is eligible for the Award.	3	page=3,block=9	0.700	valid
What information must be included in nominations for the awards?	a list of the work done and achievements up to the calendar year ending 31st December of the preceding year	(g) The decision of the Award Making Authority shall be final and binding on all. (h) Canvassing in any form during the selection procedure would lead to permanent disqualification of the nominee. 10. SCHEDULE: (a) Nominations for the Award for Lifetime Achievement, National Geoscience Award and the Young Geoscientist Award shall include a list of the work done and achievements up to the calendar year ending 31st December of the preceding year in which the nominations are invited. For the Award for Lifetime Achievement, the limit of preceding ten years shall not apply. (b) The time and date of receipt of nomination shall be given at the time of inviting nominations for the awards through National Award Portal, i.e.,	340	summary	0.970	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	SCHEDULE: (a) Nominations for the Award for Lifetime Achievement, National Geoscience Award and the Young Geoscientist Award shall include a list of the work done and achievements up to the calendar year ending 31st December of the preceding year in which the nominations are invited.
What is the goal of the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement?	to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2.	(1 Award) 3. NATIONAL GEOSCIENCE AWARD FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2.	125	summary	0.970	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	NATIONAL GEOSCIENCE AWARD FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2.	5	page=5,block=2	0.700	valid
What is the goal of the National Geoscience Awards?	to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence	Ministry of Mines Government of India Nominations for National Geoscience Awards - 2023 The Ministry of Mines invites nominations for the National Geoscience Awards-2023 for contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental/applied geosciences, mining, and allied areas. The awards, instituted in 1966 and given annually, are an initiative of the Ministry to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence. Nature of Awards The National Geoscience Awards are of three categories: (A) National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023. The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 5,00,000/- and a certificate.	381	summary	0.970	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	The awards, instituted in 1966 and given annually, are an initiative of the Ministry to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence.	1
What are some topics studied under Geophysics or Applied Geophysics?	New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation.	Fields: vi) Applied Geology: Engineering Geology, Geothermal Energy, Seismotectonics, Geostatistics, Remote Sensing and Geo-Information System (including spatial data management applications and data integration); Groundwater Exploration (including project development, hydrogeological studies and management of groundwater resources; Geo- Environmental Studies relating to mining, urban, industrial, coastal and desert management, paleoclimate, paleoenvironment, medical geology, climate change and studies related to their impact on ecosystem. (1 Award) vii) Geophysics / Applied Geophysics: New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation. (1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.	594	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(1 Award) vii) Geophysics / Applied Geophysics: New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation. (1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.
What aspects are covered under sustainable mineral development?	mine closure, project development, institutional development and capacity building	Development (2 Awards) Fields: iii) Mining Technology including development and application of new methods and technologies, research & development, conservation of mineral resources, systematic mine planning, mine safety, mine fires, mine hazards, mine reclamation & rehabilitation. (1 Award) iv) Mineral Beneficiation (including mineral processing, project development for utilization of low grade ores & production of value added mineral products and mineral economics) and Sustainable Mineral Development (including mine closure, project development, institutional development and capacity building) (1 Award)	520	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(1 Award) iv) Mineral Beneficiation (including mineral processing, project development for utilization of low grade ores & production of value added mineral products and mineral economics) and Sustainable Mineral Development (including mine closure, project development, institutional development and capacity building) (1 Award)	4	page=4,block=8
What kinds of mapping are part of science surveys and baseline geoscience data collection?	Geological and Geochemical mapping & survey, and Systematic Thematic mapping	Field: v) Basic Geosciences including Stratigraphy, Structural Geology, Paleontology, Geodynamics, Geochemistry, Geochronology and Isotope Geology, Ocean Development (Oceanography and Marine Geology), Glaciology and Arctic & Antarctic Research including Geo-Scientific Expeditions; and science surveys/baseline geoscience data collection including Geological and Geochemical mapping & survey, and Systematic Thematic mapping. (2 Awards)	348	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	Field: v) Basic Geosciences including Stratigraphy, Structural Geology, Paleontology, Geodynamics, Geochemistry, Geochronology and Isotope Geology, Ocean Development (Oceanography and Marine Geology), Glaciology and Arctic & Antarctic Research including Geo-Scientific Expeditions; and science surveys/baseline geoscience data collection including Geological and Geochemical mapping & survey, and Systematic Thematic mapping.	4	page=4,block=22	0.700
What natural hazards are included in scientific studies under Natural Hazard Investigations?	earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.	Fields: vi) Applied Geology: Engineering Geology, Geothermal Energy, Seismotectonics, Geostatistics, Remote Sensing and Geo-Information System (including spatial data management applications and data integration); Groundwater Exploration (including project development, hydrogeological studies and management of groundwater resources; Geo- Environmental Studies relating to mining, urban, industrial, coastal and desert management, paleoclimate, paleoenvironment, medical geology, climate change and studies related to their impact on ecosystem. (1 Award) vii) Geophysics / Applied Geophysics: New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation. (1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.	851	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.

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Sample rows from 3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023 - Question and Answer Dataset
question	answer	context	answer_start	question_type	knowledge_quality_score	source_document	source_quote	source_page	source_location	confidence	validation_status
What does the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement honor?	sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023	Ministry of Mines Government of India Nominations for National Geoscience Awards - 2023 The Ministry of Mines invites nominations for the National Geoscience Awards-2023 for contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental/applied geosciences, mining, and allied areas. The awards, instituted in 1966 and given annually, are an initiative of the Ministry to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence. Nature of Awards The National Geoscience Awards are of three categories: (A) National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023. The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 5,00,000/- and a certificate.	696	definition	1.000	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	Nature of Awards The National Geoscience Awards are of three categories: (A) National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023.	1	page=1,block=2	0.700	valid
What kind of achievement is recognized by the Lifetime Achievement Award in geosciences?	an exceptionally outstanding contribution in the area of geosciences, mining and allied fields	The candidates shortlisted/recommended for the “Lifetime Achievement Award” shall not appear for the presentation or the interview. (e) While considering the Award for lifetime achievement for an exceptionally outstanding contribution in the area of geosciences, mining and allied fields, the Award Making Authority, if deemed necessary, may consider the name of any renowned geo-scientist / engineer /technologist /academician with very high credentials and life time attainments. (f) The composition of various selection committees, proceedings of the meetings and the procedure for consideration of the nominations, other than as detailed herein will be kept confidential.	193	definition	1.000	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(e) While considering the Award for lifetime achievement for an exceptionally outstanding contribution in the area of geosciences, mining and allied fields, the Award Making Authority, if deemed necessary, may consider the name of any renowned geo-scientist / engineer /technologist /academician with very high credentials and life time attainments.
Who can qualify to receive the National Geoscience Awards?	Any citizen of India with significant contribution in any field of earth sciences	extraordinary achievements and outstanding contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental / applied geosciences, mining and allied areas. Any citizen of India with significant contribution in any field of earth sciences is eligible for the Award.	166	definition	1.000	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	extraordinary achievements and outstanding contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental / applied geosciences, mining and allied areas. Any citizen of India with significant contribution in any field of earth sciences is eligible for the Award.	3	page=3,block=9	0.700	valid
What information must be included in nominations for the awards?	a list of the work done and achievements up to the calendar year ending 31st December of the preceding year	(g) The decision of the Award Making Authority shall be final and binding on all. (h) Canvassing in any form during the selection procedure would lead to permanent disqualification of the nominee. 10. SCHEDULE: (a) Nominations for the Award for Lifetime Achievement, National Geoscience Award and the Young Geoscientist Award shall include a list of the work done and achievements up to the calendar year ending 31st December of the preceding year in which the nominations are invited. For the Award for Lifetime Achievement, the limit of preceding ten years shall not apply. (b) The time and date of receipt of nomination shall be given at the time of inviting nominations for the awards through National Award Portal, i.e.,	340	summary	0.970	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	SCHEDULE: (a) Nominations for the Award for Lifetime Achievement, National Geoscience Award and the Young Geoscientist Award shall include a list of the work done and achievements up to the calendar year ending 31st December of the preceding year in which the nominations are invited.
What is the goal of the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement?	to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2.	(1 Award) 3. NATIONAL GEOSCIENCE AWARD FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2.	125	summary	0.970	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	NATIONAL GEOSCIENCE AWARD FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2.	5	page=5,block=2	0.700	valid
What is the goal of the National Geoscience Awards?	to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence	Ministry of Mines Government of India Nominations for National Geoscience Awards - 2023 The Ministry of Mines invites nominations for the National Geoscience Awards-2023 for contributions in the field of mineral discovery & exploration, fundamental/applied geosciences, mining, and allied areas. The awards, instituted in 1966 and given annually, are an initiative of the Ministry to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence. Nature of Awards The National Geoscience Awards are of three categories: (A) National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Award for Lifetime Achievement (single award) shall be given to an individual with an exceptionally high lifetime achievement for sustained and significant contributions in any of the disciplines mentioned in Clause-2 of NGA Regulation 2023. The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 5,00,000/- and a certificate.	381	summary	0.970	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	The awards, instituted in 1966 and given annually, are an initiative of the Ministry to encourage geoscientists to strive toward excellence.	1
What are some topics studied under Geophysics or Applied Geophysics?	New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation.	Fields: vi) Applied Geology: Engineering Geology, Geothermal Energy, Seismotectonics, Geostatistics, Remote Sensing and Geo-Information System (including spatial data management applications and data integration); Groundwater Exploration (including project development, hydrogeological studies and management of groundwater resources; Geo- Environmental Studies relating to mining, urban, industrial, coastal and desert management, paleoclimate, paleoenvironment, medical geology, climate change and studies related to their impact on ecosystem. (1 Award) vii) Geophysics / Applied Geophysics: New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation. (1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.	594	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(1 Award) vii) Geophysics / Applied Geophysics: New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation. (1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.
What aspects are covered under sustainable mineral development?	mine closure, project development, institutional development and capacity building	Development (2 Awards) Fields: iii) Mining Technology including development and application of new methods and technologies, research & development, conservation of mineral resources, systematic mine planning, mine safety, mine fires, mine hazards, mine reclamation & rehabilitation. (1 Award) iv) Mineral Beneficiation (including mineral processing, project development for utilization of low grade ores & production of value added mineral products and mineral economics) and Sustainable Mineral Development (including mine closure, project development, institutional development and capacity building) (1 Award)	520	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(1 Award) iv) Mineral Beneficiation (including mineral processing, project development for utilization of low grade ores & production of value added mineral products and mineral economics) and Sustainable Mineral Development (including mine closure, project development, institutional development and capacity building) (1 Award)	4	page=4,block=8
What kinds of mapping are part of science surveys and baseline geoscience data collection?	Geological and Geochemical mapping & survey, and Systematic Thematic mapping	Field: v) Basic Geosciences including Stratigraphy, Structural Geology, Paleontology, Geodynamics, Geochemistry, Geochronology and Isotope Geology, Ocean Development (Oceanography and Marine Geology), Glaciology and Arctic & Antarctic Research including Geo-Scientific Expeditions; and science surveys/baseline geoscience data collection including Geological and Geochemical mapping & survey, and Systematic Thematic mapping. (2 Awards)	348	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	Field: v) Basic Geosciences including Stratigraphy, Structural Geology, Paleontology, Geodynamics, Geochemistry, Geochronology and Isotope Geology, Ocean Development (Oceanography and Marine Geology), Glaciology and Arctic & Antarctic Research including Geo-Scientific Expeditions; and science surveys/baseline geoscience data collection including Geological and Geochemical mapping & survey, and Systematic Thematic mapping.	4	page=4,block=22	0.700
What natural hazards are included in scientific studies under Natural Hazard Investigations?	earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.	Fields: vi) Applied Geology: Engineering Geology, Geothermal Energy, Seismotectonics, Geostatistics, Remote Sensing and Geo-Information System (including spatial data management applications and data integration); Groundwater Exploration (including project development, hydrogeological studies and management of groundwater resources; Geo- Environmental Studies relating to mining, urban, industrial, coastal and desert management, paleoclimate, paleoenvironment, medical geology, climate change and studies related to their impact on ecosystem. (1 Award) vii) Geophysics / Applied Geophysics: New Technologies in geophysical exploration, application of geophysical methods, geo-magnetism, geophysical survey techniques and instrumentation. (1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.	851	list	0.820	https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/3784164_Nominations_for_NGA_Regulation_2023.pdf	(1 Award) viii) Natural Hazard Investigations including scientific studies related to natural hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, floods and tsunamis.

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