Cultural Institutions — Set 4
Arts & Culture · सांस्कृतिक संस्थाएं · Questions 31–40 of 50
Who was the first Director-General of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)?
Correct Answer: D. Alexander Cunningham
Alexander Cunningham is often called the father of Indian archaeology. He held the position of Director-General from the establishment of the ASI in 1861. His efforts were central to identifying many ancient sites mentioned in Buddhist texts.
The 'Tansen Samaroh', a major classical music festival, is organized in which city?
Correct Answer: D. Gwalior
Tansen Samaroh is held annually in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, to pay tribute to the legendary musician Tansen. It is organized by the Ustad Alauddin Khan Kala Evam Sangeet Academy. Gwalior is traditionally known as the city of music.
Which organization is a non-governmental body dedicated to the conservation of built heritage in India?
Correct Answer: A. INTACH
INTACH stands for Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage. It was founded in 1984 as a non-profit organization. It complements the work of the government in preserving cultural and natural heritage.
Who founded the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)?
Correct Answer: C. Alexander Cunningham
Alexander Cunningham founded the ASI in 1861 under the British administration. He was an army engineer who had a passion for Indian history and archaeology. His work laid the scientific foundation for documenting Indian monuments.
In which city is the 'Sangeet Natak Akademi' located?
Correct Answer: C. New Delhi
The Sangeet Natak Akademi is situated in New Delhi. It is the national level academy for performing arts. It was established in 1953 by a resolution of the Ministry of Education.
The 'National Archives of India' is located in?
Correct Answer: A. New Delhi
The National Archives of India is located in New Delhi at the intersection of Janpath and Rajpath. It serves as the official repository of the non-current records of the Government of India. It is one of the largest archives in South Asia.
Which academy gives awards for excellence in Indian literature?
Correct Answer: A. Sahitya Akademi
The Sahitya Akademi Award is a literary honor in India conferred annually on writers of outstanding works. It is given for works in 24 major Indian languages. The award consists of a casket containing an engraved copper-plaque and a cash prize.
The 'Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts' (IGNCA) was established in memory of which leader?
Correct Answer: C. Indira Gandhi
IGNCA was established in 1987 in memory of Smt. Indira Gandhi. It aims to study the arts as a part of a larger social and natural environment. It is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Culture.
Where is the 'Lalit Kala Akademi' headquarters located?
Correct Answer: D. New Delhi
The headquarters of the Lalit Kala Akademi is located at Rabindra Bhavan in New Delhi. It was inaugurated in 1954 to promote visual arts. It has several regional centers across India including Lucknow and Chennai.
The 'National Library of India' is situated in which city?
Correct Answer: D. Kolkata
The National Library of India is located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It is the largest library in India by volume. It is established under the Ministry of Culture and is a library of public record.