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Which of the following statements accurately describes the International Centre for Free and Open Source Software (ICFOSS)?

  1. ICFOSS was established by the Government of Kerala in June 2011.
  2. Its primary goal is to restrict the use of Free Software and Free Knowledge.
  3. ICFOSS collaborates only with Free Software Organizations within India.
  4. It acts as a nodal agency for various FOSS-related activities including consultancy, research, and training.

    Aനാല് മാത്രം

    Bഇവയൊന്നുമല്ല

    Cഒന്നും നാലും

    Dരണ്ടും മൂന്നും

    Answer:

    C. ഒന്നും നാലും

    Read Explanation:

    ICFOSS (International Centre for Free and Open Source Software) is a governmental organization established in Kerala, India, in June 2011. Its core mission is to foster the development and widespread adoption of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and Free Knowledge. It functions as a central agency, offering services such as consultancy, research and development, academic programs, training, publishing, and facilitating international collaborations in the field of FOSS. The center plays a crucial role in promoting FOSS solutions across various sectors, including government departments and educational institutions.

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