Art & Culture MCQs: GI Tags, Museums, Heritage Preservation

191.

What is the primary purpose of the National Museum of Tribal Arts and Culture?

A To sell tribal handicrafts for profit

B To preserve and showcase the rich heritage of tribal communities

C To provide military training to tribal youth

D To conduct scientific research on modern agriculture

192.

Where was the National Museum of Tribal Arts and Culture recently inaugurated?

A Ranchi, Jharkhand

B Jamshedpur, Jharkhand

C Dhanbad, Jharkhand

D Deoghar, Jharkhand

193.

The unearthed monastery in Ladakh is associated with which historical period?

A Indus Valley Civilization

B Mauryan Period

C Medieval Buddhist period

D Gupta Period

194.

Which agency is primarily responsible for the excavation and preservation of ancient monuments in India?

A Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

B National Museum

C Ministry of Tourism

D Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)

195.

In which region of Ladakh was the ancient Buddhist monastery recently unearthed by the ASI?

A Leh District

B Kargil District

C Nubra Valley

D Zanskar Valley

196.

Which organization is responsible for the registration and protection of GI tags in India?

A Archaeological Survey of India

B Geographical Indications Registry

C Ministry of Culture

D Handicrafts Development Board

197.

What is the primary objective of the GI (Geographical Indication) tag for Kashmiri Pashmina?

A To increase the export tax on shawls

B To protect the authenticity and prevent imitation of the product

C To ban the production of Pashmina outside Kashmir

D To provide free raw materials to weavers

198.

Which animal is the primary source of the fine wool used in authentic Kashmiri Pashmina shawls?

A Angora Rabbit

B Changthangi Goat

C Merino Sheep

D Yak

199.

The conclusion of the National Festival of Classical Indian Dances in Delhi typically signifies the culmination of events aimed at:

A Promoting regional folk art forms

B Preserving and propagating India's rich classical dance heritage

C Encouraging fusion and experimental dance

D Showcasing international dance troupes

200.

Which institution is primarily responsible for recognizing and promoting the classical dance forms of India, often featured in national festivals?

A National School of Drama

B Sahitya Akademi

C Sangeet Natak Akademi

D Lalit Kala Akademi