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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

The 'National Biodiversity Action Plan' in India aims to conserve and sustainably manage the country's rich biodiversity. Which organization is responsible for coordinating the implementation of this plan?

  1. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  2. National Biodiversity Authority

  3. Botanical Survey of India

  4. Zoological Survey of India
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Explanation

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the National Biodiversity Action Plan.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian government agency responsible for coordinating the use of Geospatial Technologies in the country?

  1. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)

  2. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  3. Survey of India (SOI)

  4. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
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Explanation

The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is the Indian government agency responsible for coordinating the use of Geospatial Technologies in the country.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian government agency responsible for providing Geospatial data and services to the public?

  1. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)

  2. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  3. Survey of India (SOI)

  4. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
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Explanation

The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is the Indian government agency responsible for providing Geospatial data and services to the public.

Multiple choice

Which level of GDI is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the development and implementation of GDI policies and strategies at the state level?

  1. National Level

  2. State Level

  3. District Level

  4. Village Level
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The State Level is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the development and implementation of GDI policies and strategies at the state level.

Multiple choice

Which level of GDI is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the development and implementation of GDI policies and strategies at the district level?

  1. National Level

  2. State Level

  3. District Level

  4. Village Level
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The District Level is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the development and implementation of GDI policies and strategies at the district level.

Multiple choice

Which organization is responsible for the development and promotion of sports in India?

  1. Sports Authority of India (SAI)

  2. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

  3. Indian Olympic Association

  4. National Sports Federations
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Explanation

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is the apex body responsible for the development and promotion of sports in India, including the implementation of various sports policies and programs.

Multiple choice

Which organization is responsible for developing and maintaining metadata standards for geographical data in India?

  1. Survey of India

  2. National Informatics Centre

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  4. Indian Space Research Organization
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Explanation

The Survey of India is the nodal agency responsible for developing and maintaining metadata standards for geographical data in India.

Multiple choice

Who is responsible for conducting trade union elections?

  1. The Registrar of Trade Unions

  2. The Election Commission of India

  3. The Central Trade Union Organization

  4. The trade union itself
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The trade union is responsible for conducting its own elections, subject to the provisions of the Trade Unions Act, 1926.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for nominating candidates in a trade union election?

  1. Candidates must be nominated by at least 10 members of the trade union.

  2. Candidates must be nominated by at least 25 members of the trade union.

  3. Candidates must be nominated by at least 50 members of the trade union.

  4. Candidates must be nominated by at least 75 members of the trade union.
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Explanation

Candidates must be nominated by at least 10 members of the trade union in order to be eligible to stand for election.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for voting in a trade union election?

  1. Members can vote by secret ballot.

  2. Members can vote by show of hands.

  3. Members can vote by electronic voting.

  4. Members can vote by any of the above methods.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Trade Unions Act, 1926 does not specify a particular method of voting. Therefore, trade unions are free to choose the method of voting that they prefer.

Multiple choice

What is the minimum number of votes required for a candidate to be declared elected in a trade union election?

  1. Simple majority

  2. Two-thirds majority

  3. Three-fourths majority

  4. Unanimous majority
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Explanation

A candidate is declared elected if they receive a simple majority of the votes cast.

Multiple choice

What is the role of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) in protecting the rights of indigenous peoples in India?

  1. To investigate and monitor the implementation of laws and policies relating to indigenous peoples

  2. To advise the government on matters relating to indigenous peoples

  3. To promote the welfare of indigenous peoples

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is responsible for investigating and monitoring the implementation of laws and policies relating to indigenous peoples, advising the government on matters relating to indigenous peoples, and promoting the welfare of indigenous peoples.

Multiple choice

Which government agency is responsible for coordinating and implementing the NGP?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  2. Survey of India

  3. National Remote Sensing Centre

  4. Department of Science and Technology
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is the nodal agency responsible for coordinating and implementing the NGP, in collaboration with other relevant ministries and agencies.

Multiple choice

Which organization is responsible for accrediting environmental education programs in India?

  1. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

  2. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  3. National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABVET)

  4. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
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Explanation

NCERT is the apex body responsible for developing and accrediting environmental education programs in India.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for obtaining a certified copy of an RTI application or response?

  1. Apply to the public authority

  2. Apply to the Central Information Commission

  3. Apply to the State Information Commission

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

As per Rule 12 of the RTI Rules, 2005, a certified copy of an RTI application or response can be obtained by applying to the public authority.