Govt Organizations — Set 5
Days & Years · सरकारी संगठन · Questions 41–50 of 50
When was the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) of India first set up?
Correct Answer: C. 1948
• **AEC** = The Atomic Energy Commission oversees all nuclear energy development and research in India. • **1948** — This is the year the AEC was formed in the Department of Scientific Research, with Homi J. Bhabha as its first chairman. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [1954]: Incorrect year for AEC's formation; [1950]: Incorrect year for AEC's formation; [1958]: Incorrect year for AEC's formation.
In which year was the Sahitya Akademi, India's national academy of letters, established?
Correct Answer: A. 1954
• **Sahitya Akademi** = The Sahitya Akademi is India's national academy of letters, promoting literature and recognizing literary excellence in various Indian languages. • **1954** — This is the year the Sahitya Akademi was inaugurated to promote literature in various languages, recognizing excellence in 24 major languages. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [1956]: Incorrect establishment year for Sahitya Akademi; [1950]: Incorrect establishment year for Sahitya Akademi; [1952]: Incorrect establishment year for Sahitya Akademi.
The Lalit Kala Akademi (National Academy of Art) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 1954
• **Lalit Kala Akademi** = The Lalit Kala Akademi promotes and propagates understanding of Indian art, encouraging research and training in fine arts. • **1954** — This is the year the Lalit Kala Akademi was set up to promote Indian art, organizing the National Exhibition of Art annually. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [1950]: Incorrect establishment year for Lalit Kala Akademi; [1956]: Incorrect establishment year for Lalit Kala Akademi; [1958]: Incorrect establishment year for Lalit Kala Akademi.
When was the Sangeet Natak Akademi, the first national academy for performing arts, established?
Correct Answer: C. 1953
• **Sangeet Natak Akademi** = The Sangeet Natak Akademi is the apex body for performing arts in India, focusing on the preservation and promotion of dance, drama, and music. • **1953** — This is the year the Sangeet Natak Akademi was created by a resolution of the Ministry of Education. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [1956]: Incorrect establishment year for Sangeet Natak Akademi; [1950]: Incorrect establishment year for Sangeet Natak Akademi; [1951]: Incorrect establishment year for Sangeet Natak Akademi.
In which year was the National Book Trust (NBT) established to promote reading culture?
Correct Answer: C. 1957
• **NBT** = The National Book Trust is an autonomous organization that publishes books in major Indian languages and organizes book fairs to promote reading culture. • **1957** — This is the year the NBT was established under the Ministry of Education, aiming to make good literature available at moderate prices. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [1950]: Incorrect establishment year for NBT; [1960]: Incorrect establishment year for NBT; [1953]: Incorrect establishment year for NBT.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 1929
• **1929** = The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was established as a registered society following the Royal Commission on Agriculture. • **1929** — This year marks the establishment of the apex body for coordinating and managing agricultural research and education in India. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 1947: India gained independence in this year; 1935: The Reserve Bank of India was established in this year; 1950: India became a Republic in this year.
When was the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) established in India?
Correct Answer: C. 1942
• **1942** = The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) was established as an autonomous body. • **1942** — This year marks the establishment of India's largest R&D organization, operating a network of laboratories for scientific advancement. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 1948: Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in this year; 1950: India became a Republic in this year; 1935: The Reserve Bank of India was established in this year.
In which year was the Central Social Welfare Board (CSWB) established?
Correct Answer: C. 1953
• **1953** = The Central Social Welfare Board (CSWB) was established to promote social welfare activities and help voluntary organizations. • **1953** — This year marks the establishment of the board under Durgabai Deshmukh's leadership, focusing specifically on the welfare of women and children. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 1950: India became a Republic in this year; 1955: The Imperial Bank of India was nationalized to form SBI in this year; 1948: Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in this year.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) of India, which enforces economic laws and prevents financial crimes, was established in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1956
• **1956** = The Enforcement Directorate (ED) was established as the 'Enforcement Unit' under the Department of Economic Affairs. • **1956** — This year marks the establishment of the Enforcement Directorate, responsible for enforcing economic laws and investigating financial crimes. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 1950: India became a Republic in this year; 1976: The 42nd Amendment to the Constitution was enacted in this year; 1985: The Anti-defection law was introduced in this year.
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which operates systems like UPI and RuPay, was established in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 2008
• **2008** = The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) was established under the guidance of the Reserve Bank of India. • **2008** — This year marks the establishment of the organization that operates critical payment systems like UPI and RuPay, transforming India's digital payment landscape. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 2006: The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) was launched in this year; 2012: The London Olympic Games were held in this year; 2016: Demonetization was announced in this year.