Govt Organizations — Set 3
Days & Years · सरकारी संगठन · Questions 21–30 of 50
The Election Commission of India was established on which day?
Correct Answer: B. January 25, 1950
The Election Commission was formed on January 25, 1950, a day before India became a Republic. This date is now celebrated annually as National Voters' Day. It is a constitutional body responsible for conducting elections to the Parliament and State Legislatures.
In which year was the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) set up as a commission?
Correct Answer: A. 1956
ONGC was established as a commission in 1956 to develop the petroleum resources of the country. It was later converted into a public limited company in 1993. It is the largest crude oil and natural gas company in India today.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) was formally constituted in which year?
Correct Answer: D. 2005
NDMA was established in 2005 through the Disaster Management Act. It is the apex body for disaster management in India, headed by the Prime Minister. It focuses on disaster preparedness, mitigation, and timely response.
When was the Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) established?
Correct Answer: B. 1982
EXIM Bank was set up in 1982 to provide financial assistance to exporters and importers. It acts as the principal financial institution for coordinating the work of institutions engaged in financing foreign trade. The bank aims to promote the country's international trade growth.
In which year was the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) set up?
Correct Answer: A. 1951
CBFC was established in 1951 under the Cinematograph Act. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It regulates the public exhibition of films under the provisions of the law.
The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: D. 1950
NSSO was formed in 1950 to conduct large-scale sample surveys throughout India. It provides data for planning and policy formulation by the government. It has now been merged with the Central Statistics Office to form the NSO.
When was the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) founded?
Correct Answer: B. 1969
ISRO was established on August 15, 1969, replacing the previous INCOSPAR. It is the primary space agency of India, headquartered in Bengaluru. It aims to harness space technology for national development and planetary exploration.
In which year was the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) established?
Correct Answer: D. 1952
EPFO was established in 1952 under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act. It is one of the world's largest social security organizations in terms of clientele. It provides pension and insurance benefits to the organized sector workforce.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1861
ASI was founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham, who also became its first Director-General. It is responsible for archaeological research and the protection of the cultural heritage of the nation. It functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Culture.
When was the State Bank of India (SBI) created after the nationalization of the Imperial Bank?
Correct Answer: D. 1955
SBI was formed on July 1, 1955, when the Government of India nationalized the Imperial Bank of India. It is the largest public sector bank in the country today. The bank traces its ancestry to the Bank of Calcutta founded in 1806.