News: Union Human Resource Development Minister has launched an Artificial Intelligence powered mobile app named – the ‘National Test Abhyas’.
Facts:
- The application has been developed by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
- Purpose: To enable candidates to take mock tests for upcoming exams such as JEE Main, NEET under the NTA’s purview.
Additional Facts:
- National Testing Agency (NTA): It has been established in 2017 as an autonomous self-sustained testing organization to conduct entrance examinations for admission/fellowship in higher educational institutions.
- Artificial Intelligence: It refers to the ability of machines to perform cognitive tasks like thinking, perceiving, learning, problem-solving and decision making. (NITI Aayog).
