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ENVIS and BTIS are both decentralized national information networks in India. Which of the following best captures a fundamental structural difference between them?
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- 1BTIS focuses exclusively on database creation, whereas ENVIS focuses exclusively on publishing abstracts.
- 2BTIS has a three-tier structure (Apex BTIC, DICs, DISCs), whereas ENVIS operates with a Focal Point supported by thematic ENVIS Centres and partner nodes.✓
- 3ENVIS is managed by the Department of Biotechnology, whereas BTIS is managed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
- 4ENVIS uses a Focal Point–Centre model with subject-specific nodes, whereas BTIS uses a single Apex Centre with no sub-centres.
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BTIS has a three-tier structure (Apex BTIC, DICs, DISCs), whereas ENVIS operates with a Focal Point supported by thematic ENVIS Centres and partner nodes.
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