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Geographical Data Policy and Governance in Indian Geography: A Global Perspective

Geographical Data Policy and Governance in Indian Geography: A Global Perspective

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary objective of the National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy (NDSAP) in India?

  1. To promote the sharing and accessibility of geospatial data among government agencies.
  2. To establish a centralized repository for all geospatial data in the country.
  3. To regulate the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial data.
  4. To develop standards and guidelines for the management of geospatial data.
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for implementing the NDSAP in India?

  1. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
  2. Department of Science and Technology (DST)
  3. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
  4. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the National Geospatial Policy (NGP) in India?

  1. To provide a framework for the development and implementation of geospatial data policies.
  2. To establish a national geospatial data infrastructure.
  3. To promote the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  4. To regulate the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial data.
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the NGP in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
  2. Department of Space (DoS)
  3. Survey of India (SoI)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of the Geospatial Data Governance Framework (GDGF) in India?

  1. It provides guidelines for the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial data.
  2. It establishes standards for the management and sharing of geospatial data.
  3. It promotes the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  4. It facilitates the integration of geospatial data from different sources.
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for developing and maintaining the GDGF in India?

  1. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
  2. Ministry of Defence (MoD)
  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) in India?

  1. To provide a platform for sharing and accessing geospatial data.
  2. To establish standards for the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial data.
  3. To promote the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  4. To facilitate the integration of geospatial data from different sources.
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of the NSDI in India?

  1. Ministry of Urban Development (MoUD)
  2. Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD)
  3. Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation (MoWR, RD & GR)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of the Geospatial Data Sharing Agreement (GDSA) in India?

  1. It facilitates the sharing of geospatial data among government agencies.
  2. It establishes a framework for the exchange of geospatial data between government and private organizations.
  3. It promotes the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  4. It enables the integration of geospatial data from different sources.
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for administering the GDSA in India?

  1. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
  2. Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI)
  3. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) in India?

  1. To provide advice on geospatial data policy and governance.
  2. To review and approve geospatial data standards and guidelines.
  3. To promote the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  4. To facilitate the coordination and collaboration among geospatial data stakeholders.
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for coordinating the activities of the NGDC in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
  2. Ministry of Defence (MoD)
  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of the National Geospatial Data Portal (NGDP) in India?

  1. It provides a platform for accessing geospatial data from various sources.
  2. It establishes standards for the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial data.
  3. It promotes the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  4. It facilitates the integration of geospatial data from different sources.
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for developing and maintaining the NGDP in India?

  1. Ministry of Urban Development (MoUD)
  2. Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD)
  3. Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation (MoWR, RD & GR)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the role of the Geospatial Data Promotion and Development Committee (GPDDC) in India?

  1. To promote the use of geospatial data in decision-making and planning.
  2. To develop strategies for the development of geospatial data infrastructure.
  3. To facilitate the collaboration and coordination among geospatial data stakeholders.
  4. To provide advice on geospatial data policy and governance.
Question 16 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which organization is responsible for coordinating the activities of the GPDDC in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
  2. Ministry of Defence (MoD)
  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
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