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Indian Government Organisations and Roles

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Indian government organisations and roles questions test knowledge of various ministries, agencies, and constitutional bodies. Topics include disaster management, census operations, and regulatory authorities. This material is highly relevant for civil services and state administrative examinations.

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Indian Government Organisations and Roles Questions

Multiple choice

Which Indian government agency is responsible for coordinating and promoting space science education and research in the country?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. Department of Space (DoS)

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

  4. Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST)
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is an autonomous institution under the Department of Space (DoS) that is responsible for coordinating and promoting space science education and research in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian government agency is responsible for promoting and coordinating space science and technology research and development in the country?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. Department of Space (DoS)

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

  4. Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is the primary government agency responsible for promoting and coordinating space science and technology research and development in India.

Multiple choice

Which Parsi business association is responsible for providing financial assistance to Parsi businesses?

  1. Bombay Parsi Punchayet

  2. Parsi Zoroastrian Anjuman

  3. Parsi Chamber of Commerce

  4. Parsi Benevolent Society
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Parsi Benevolent Society was established in 1851 with the aim of providing financial assistance to Parsi businesses.

Multiple choice

Which organization is responsible for coordinating geographical research in India?

  1. Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)

  2. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

  3. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

  4. Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
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Explanation

The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) is the apex body for promoting and coordinating social science research in India. It provides financial support to researchers, institutions, and projects, and also disseminates research findings through publications, conferences, and workshops.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the organization responsible for implementing the National Geospatial Data Policy?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

  2. Department of Science and Technology (DST)

  3. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  4. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) is responsible for implementing the National Geospatial Data Policy. The ministry is responsible for coordinating the activities of various government agencies involved in geospatial data management.

Multiple choice

Which authority is responsible for administering the Hindu Pilgrimage Act, 1959?

  1. Ministry of Home Affairs

  2. Ministry of Tourism

  3. Ministry of Culture

  4. Ministry of Law and Justice
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Ministry of Tourism is responsible for administering the Hindu Pilgrimage Act, 1959.

Multiple choice

How does the Act ensure the proper management of holy places?

  1. By appointing a Central Advisory Board

  2. By setting up local advisory committees

  3. By providing funds for the development of holy places

  4. By all of the above
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Explanation

The Hindu Pilgrimage Act, 1959 ensures the proper management of holy places by appointing a Central Advisory Board, setting up local advisory committees, and providing funds for the development of holy places.

Multiple choice

What is the role of the Central Advisory Board under the Act?

  1. To advise the Central Government on matters related to pilgrimage

  2. To coordinate the activities of local advisory committees

  3. To review and approve development plans for holy places

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Central Advisory Board under the Hindu Pilgrimage Act, 1959 is responsible for advising the Central Government on matters related to pilgrimage, coordinating the activities of local advisory committees, and reviewing and approving development plans for holy places.

Multiple choice

How are local advisory committees constituted under the Act?

  1. By the Central Government

  2. By the State Governments

  3. By the local authorities

  4. By all of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Local advisory committees under the Hindu Pilgrimage Act, 1959 are constituted by the State Governments.

Multiple choice

Which government agency is responsible for promoting and regulating wind power development in India?

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

  2. Central Electricity Authority (CEA)

  3. Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL)

  4. National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE)
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Explanation

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the nodal agency responsible for formulating policies, programs, and incentives for wind power development in India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the committee that is responsible for reviewing the implementation of the Official Languages Policy?

  1. The Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages

  2. The National Committee on Official Languages

  3. The Central Committee on Official Languages

  4. The State Committee on Official Languages
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages is responsible for reviewing the implementation of the Official Languages Policy.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the organization that is responsible for promoting the use of Hindi as the official language of the Union?

  1. The Central Hindi Directorate

  2. The National Hindi Directorate

  3. The State Hindi Directorate

  4. The Regional Hindi Directorate
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Explanation

The Central Hindi Directorate is responsible for promoting the use of Hindi as the official language of the Union.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the committee that is responsible for reviewing the implementation of the Official Languages Policy in the judiciary?

  1. The Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages

  2. The National Committee on Official Languages

  3. The Central Committee on Official Languages

  4. The State Committee on Official Languages
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Committee on Official Languages is responsible for reviewing the implementation of the Official Languages Policy in the judiciary.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the committee that is responsible for reviewing the implementation of the Official Languages Policy in the public sector?

  1. The Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages

  2. The National Committee on Official Languages

  3. The Central Committee on Official Languages

  4. The State Committee on Official Languages
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Central Committee on Official Languages is responsible for reviewing the implementation of the Official Languages Policy in the public sector.

Multiple choice

Which ministry is responsible for coordinating disaster management activities in India?

  1. Ministry of Home Affairs

  2. Ministry of Defence

  3. Ministry of Finance

  4. Ministry of Agriculture
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for coordinating disaster management activities in India. It is responsible for the implementation of the National Disaster Management Plan and the coordination of relief and rehabilitation efforts.