General Awareness

Organisations and Events Dates

1,785 Questions

Remembering the establishment years of major organizations and historical event dates is vital for competitive exams. This includes nationalization acts, budgets, and environmental laws. These questions will help you memorize important dates for your upcoming government test.

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Organisations and Events Dates Questions

Multiple choice

In which year was the Badminton Association of India League (BAI) founded?

  1. 2013

  2. 2014

  3. 2015

  4. 2016
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Badminton Association of India League (BAI) was founded in 2013.

Multiple choice

In which year did the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issue new regulations for children's products?

  1. 2018

  2. 2019

  3. 2020

  4. 2021
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The CPSC issued new regulations for children's products in 2019, which included stricter standards for lead and phthalates.

Multiple choice

In which year was ISRO established?

  1. 1962

  2. 1969

  3. 1972

  4. 1980
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

ISRO was established on August 15, 1962, by the Government of India.

Multiple choice

Which year was the National Board of Higher Mathematics established?

  1. 2005

  2. 2010

  3. 2015

  4. 2020
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Board of Higher Mathematics was established in the year 2010 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India.

Multiple choice

In which year was the Kerala State Institute of Film and Television (KSIFT) established?

  1. 1990

  2. 1995

  3. 2000

  4. 2005
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

KSIFT was established in 1990 by the Government of Kerala to promote and develop the art and technique of filmmaking in the state.

Multiple choice

Which year did the first National Law University (NLU) come into existence in India?

  1. 1986

  2. 1998

  3. 2005

  4. 2012
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The first NLU was established in 1986 in Bangalore, Karnataka.

Multiple choice

The economic liberalization policies, which transformed the Indian economy, were initiated in which year?

  1. 1985

  2. 1990

  3. 1995

  4. 2000
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

The economic liberalization policies, which aimed to reduce government control over the economy and promote private sector growth, were initiated in India in 1991. These policies led to significant changes in the structure and growth trajectory of the Indian economy.

Multiple choice

Which year did India conduct its first nuclear test?

  1. 1974

  2. 1975

  3. 1976

  4. 1977
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

India conducted its first nuclear test, codenamed 'Smiling Buddha,' in 1974. This test made India the sixth country to possess nuclear weapons.

Multiple choice

Which year did India implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?

  1. 2016

  2. 2017

  3. 2018

  4. 2019
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

India implemented the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in 2017. GST is a comprehensive indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services.

Multiple choice

In which year was the C. Rajagopalachari Formula proposed?

  1. 1946

  2. 1947

  3. 1948

  4. 1949
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The C. Rajagopalachari Formula was proposed in 1946.

Multiple choice

When was L'Officiel India first published?

  1. 2009

  2. 2010

  3. 2011

  4. 2012
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

L'Officiel India was first published in 2011.

Multiple choice

When was the National Skill Development Mission (NSDM) launched?

  1. 2010

  2. 2012

  3. 2014

  4. 2016
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The National Skill Development Mission (NSDM) was launched in 2014 by the Government of India to address the skill gap in the country and enhance the employability of the youth.

Multiple choice

When were Gram Nyayalayas first introduced in India?

  1. 1959

  2. 1976

  3. 1995

  4. 2008
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Gram Nyayalayas were first introduced in India in 1995 as part of the Gram Nyayalaya Act.

Multiple choice

When was the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) established?

  1. 1929

  2. 1952

  3. 1962

  4. 1972
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The CBSE was established in 1929 as the Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Rajputana. It was renamed as the Central Board of Secondary Education in 1952.

Multiple choice

When was the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) established?

  1. 1929

  2. 1952

  3. 1962

  4. 1972
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The CISCE was established in 1952 as a private, non-profit educational board.