Exam Bodies — Set 1
Abbreviations · परीक्षा निकाय · Questions 1–10 of 40
What does the abbreviation 'UPSC' stand for in the context of Indian administration?
Correct Answer: A. Union Public Service Commission
UPSC stands for Union Public Service Commission. It is a constitutional body responsible for recruiting officers for the civil services. Article 315 of the Indian Constitution provides for its establishment.
What is the full form of 'NTA', which conducts various higher education tests?
Correct Answer: D. National Testing Agency
NTA stands for National Testing Agency. It was established as a premier, specialist testing organization under the Ministry of Education. It aims to conduct efficient and transparent tests for admissions in higher educational institutions.
The abbreviation 'CBSE' refers to which national school board?
Correct Answer: A. Central Board of Secondary Education
CBSE stands for Central Board of Secondary Education. It is a national level board of education in India for public and private schools. It is controlled and managed by the Government of India.
What does the abbreviation 'SSC' represent in the context of staff recruitment?
Correct Answer: B. Staff Selection Commission
SSC stands for Staff Selection Commission. It recruits personnel for various posts in ministries and departments of the government. Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.
What is the full form of 'IBPS' regarding recruitment in the financial sector?
Correct Answer: C. Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
IBPS stands for Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. It is an autonomous body that provides services in human resource recruitment for public sector banks. It provides standardized systems for evaluating candidates.
Which of the following is the full form of 'CSIR'?
Correct Answer: B. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
CSIR stands for Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. It is one of the largest public-funded R&D organizations in the world. It provides fellowship programs for scientific development.
What does 'NCERT' stand for in the Indian educational framework?
Correct Answer: D. National Council of Educational Research and Training
NCERT stands for National Council of Educational Research and Training. It assists the government in policies related to school education. It is responsible for publishing standard textbooks used across schools.
The term 'UGC' is frequently used in higher education; what is its full form?
Correct Answer: B. University Grants Commission
UGC stands for University Grants Commission. It is a statutory body set up by the government for coordination and maintenance of standards of university education. It provides recognition and funds to universities across India.
What does 'AICTE' stand for in the field of technical education?
Correct Answer: A. All India Council for Technical Education
AICTE stands for All India Council for Technical Education. It is a statutory body and a national-level council for technical education. It oversees the planning and coordinated development of the technical education system.
What is the full form of 'NET' in the context of lectureship eligibility?
Correct Answer: C. National Eligibility Test
NET stands for National Eligibility Test. It determines the eligibility for Assistant Professorship and Junior Research Fellowship. It ensures a minimum standard of knowledge for entrants in the teaching profession.