National Bodies — Set 2
Abbreviations · राष्ट्रीय निकाय · Questions 11–20 of 50
What is the full form of UIDAI, the issuer of Aadhaar?
Correct Answer: A. Unique Identification Authority of India
UIDAI stands for Unique Identification Authority of India. It is a statutory authority established in 2009 under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. It is responsible for Aadhaar enrollment and authentication.
What does the abbreviation BARC stand for in nuclear research?
Correct Answer: C. Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
BARC stands for Bhabha Atomic Research Centre. It is India's premier nuclear research facility, located in Trombay, Mumbai. It was founded by Homi J. Bhabha in 1954.
What is the full form of SIDBI in the banking sector?
Correct Answer: A. Small Industries Development Bank of India
SIDBI stands for Small Industries Development Bank of India. It was established in 1990 as a principal financial institution for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME). It helps in the growth and development of small-scale industries.
What does the abbreviation CSIR stand for in scientific research?
Correct Answer: A. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
CSIR stands for Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. It is one of the world's largest publicly funded R&D organizations, established in 1942. It operates a network of laboratories across India.
What is the full form of ICAR in agriculture?
Correct Answer: C. Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR stands for the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. It is an autonomous body responsible for coordinating agricultural education and research in India. It is under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education.
What does the abbreviation BSNL stand for in the telecom sector?
Correct Answer: A. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
BSNL stands for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited. It is a government-owned telecommunications service provider in India. It was incorporated in the year 2000 to manage telecom services previously handled by the DOT.
What is the full form of SAI in the sports department?
Correct Answer: C. Sports Authority of India
SAI stands for Sports Authority of India. It was established in 1984 as the apex national sports body. It manages various stadiums and develops sports talent across the country.
What does the abbreviation ONGC stand for in the energy sector?
Correct Answer: C. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
ONGC stands for Oil and Natural Gas Corporation. It is a central public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. It is India's largest crude oil and natural gas company.
What is the full form of the statistical body NSSO?
Correct Answer: B. National Sample Survey Office
NSSO stands for National Sample Survey Office. It is responsible for conducting large-scale sample surveys in diverse fields on an all-India basis. It is now part of the National Statistical Office (NSO).
What does the abbreviation CBFC stand for in the film industry?
Correct Answer: C. Central Board of Film Certification
CBFC stands for Central Board of Film Certification. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It regulates the public exhibition of films under the provisions of the Cinematograph Act, 1952.