The 'Festival of India' abroad, organized by the Ministry of Culture, primarily aims to achieve which of the following?
A Promote Indian tourism
B Showcase India's cultural diversity and performing arts globally
C Facilitate trade agreements
D Encourage student exchange programs
Answer: B
The 'Festival of India' abroad is a major cultural diplomacy initiative by the Ministry of Culture to showcase India's rich and diverse cultural heritage, including classical dance forms, music, and other performing arts, to a global audience.
2.
The 'Guru Shishya Parampara' scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Culture, aims to preserve and promote which aspect of Indian classical arts?
A Modern fusion experiments
B Traditional training methods
C International collaborations
D Digital archiving of performances
Answer: B
The 'Guru Shishya Parampara' scheme aims to preserve and promote rare and vanishing art forms by providing financial assistance to Gurus (masters) to train Shishyas (disciples) in traditional methods, ensuring the continuity of these art forms.
3.
Which autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture is primarily responsible for the promotion of performing arts, including classical dance, music, and drama, in India?
A Lalit Kala Akademi
B Sahitya Akademi
C Sangeet Natak Akademi
D National School of Drama
Answer: C
Sangeet Natak Akademi, established in 1953, is India's national academy for music, dance, and drama. It is the apex body for the performing arts in India, preserving and promoting the country's vast intangible heritage of music, dance, and drama.
4.
Which of the following is a famous GI-tagged traditional craft from Uttar Pradesh, known for its intricate metal inlay work?
A Chanderi Fabric
B Moradabad Metal Craft
C Varanasi Silk Saree
D Lucknow Chikan Craft
Answer: B
Moradabad Metal Craft, known for its intricate metal inlay work and brassware, received the GI tag, recognizing its unique craftsmanship and geographical origin in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. While Varanasi Silk Saree and Lucknow Chikan Craft are also GI-tagged from UP, Moradabad Metal Craft is specifically known for metal inlay.
5.
In India, Geographical Indication (GI) tags are granted under which specific Act?
A The Patents Act, 1970
B The Copyright Act, 1957
C The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999
D The Trademarks Act, 1999
Answer: C
In India, the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, provides for the registration and better protection of geographical indications relating to goods.
6.
What is the primary purpose of a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for traditional Indian crafts?
A To promote mass production
B To certify environmental friendliness
C To protect the unique identity and origin of products
D To facilitate international trade agreements
Answer: C
A Geographical Indication (GI) tag is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. It protects the unique identity and traditional knowledge associated with the product.
7.
The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (AMASR Act) is administered by which ministry in India?
A Ministry of Tourism
B Ministry of Home Affairs
C Ministry of Culture
D Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Answer: C
The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (AMASR Act) of 1958, along with its subsequent amendments, provides for the preservation of ancient and historical monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance. It is administered by the Ministry of Culture through the ASI.
8.
What is the primary objective of the 'National Mission on Monuments and Antiquities (NMMA)' under the Ministry of Culture?
A Promoting international tourism
B Documentation and inventory of built heritage and antiquities
C Establishing new archaeological museums
D Training archaeologists
Answer: B
The National Mission on Monuments and Antiquities (NMMA) was launched to document and create an inventory of all built heritage and antiquities in India, which is crucial for their protection and management.
9.
Which autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture is primarily responsible for archaeological research, excavation, and protection of cultural heritage sites in India?
A Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
B National Museum
C Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
D National Archives of India
Answer: A
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), an attached office under the Ministry of Culture, is the premier organization for archaeological research, protection of cultural heritage, and maintenance of ancient monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance.
