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What does “Atithi Devo Bhava” signify in Indian culture?
A)
Guests are only welcomed during festivals
B)
Guest is God
C)
Guests who can spend more should be given more attention
D)
Only limited guests are welcomed
Option B is correct: Guest is God.
Dekho Apna Desh is a nationwide tourism awareness and promotional campaign launched by the Ministry of Tourism, which was launched in the year _____.
A)
2012
B)
2015
C)
2020
D)
2023
Option C is correct: 2020.
The Swadesh Darshan Scheme is an initiative launched by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in 2014-15 to promote:
A)
Theme-based tourism circuits across India
B)
Only religion-based tourism circuits across India
C)
Only experience-based tourism circuits across India
D)
Only adventure-based tourism circuits across India
Option A is correct: Theme-based tourism circuits across India.
Tourist ILP for a period not exceeding ___________may be issued for tourism purpose which is not extendable after expiry of the validity as per The Mizoram Inner Line Pass Guidelines 2026.
A)
Thirty days
B)
Fifteen days
C)
Twelve days
D)
Twenty days
According to the Mizoram Inner Line Pass (ILP) Guidelines, a Tourist ILP is specifically designed for short-term visits to the state. The standard validity period for a Tourist ILP is up to thirty (30) days. A key characteristic of the Tourist ILP, as specified in the guidelines, is that it is non-extendable; once the validity period expires, the holder must exit the state or apply for a fresh permit under a different category if eligible. Therefore, option (a) is the correct duration. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory time limit prescribed for tourist permits in the state's regulatory framework.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots in tourism are mainly used for:
A)
Customer support and personalised assistance
B)
Aircraft manufacturing
C)
Construction activities
D)
Climate control only
Option A is correct: Customer support and personalised assistance.
Which scheme has significantly improved air connectivity to tourist destinations in North East India?
A)
Bharatmala Pariyojana
B)
Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS–UDAN)
C)
Sagarmala
D)
PM Gati Shakti
Step-by-step reasoning:
1. Analysis of the Question: The question asks for a specific scheme that has improved 'air connectivity' to tourist destinations in North East India.
2. Evaluating Option (b): RCS-UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) is a Government of India scheme specifically designed to make air travel affordable and establish regional connectivity to unserved and underserved airports. In the North East, this has led to the operationalization of several smaller airports and the introduction of flights to remote towns, directly boosting tourism in states like Mizoram, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh.
3. Evaluating Option (a): Bharatmala Pariyojana is a highway development project focused on road infrastructure, not air connectivity.
4. Evaluating Option (c): Sagarmala is a project focused on port-led development and coastal shipping, which is not applicable to the landlocked North East region's air connectivity.
5. Evaluating Option (d): PM Gati Shakti is a National Master Plan for multi-modal connectivity. While it integrates air, rail, and road, it is an overarching framework for planning rather than a specific scheme dedicated to increasing air connectivity flights/routes like UDAN.
Conclusion: RCS-UDAN is the most precise answer for air connectivity improvement.
This kind of tourism aims at the implementation of policy and programme for eradication of poverty and unemployment.
A)
Pro-poor tourism
B)
Slum tourism
C)
Dark tourism
D)
Slow tourism
Option A is correct: Pro-poor tourism.
Under the Mizoram ecotourism Policy 2017, how are local communities primarily expected to benefit from ecotourism?
A)
Through income generation and employment opportunities derived directly from ecotourism activities
B)
By selling forest products to foreign tourists
C)
Through cultural commodification
D)
Through mass scale industrial development
The Mizoram Ecotourism Policy 2017 is designed to promote sustainable tourism that balances environmental conservation with socio-economic development. A core pillar of ecotourism globally, and specifically within the Mizoram policy framework, is 'Community-Based Tourism'. This approach ensures that the local inhabitants—who are the primary custodians of the natural resources—benefit directly from the industry. This is achieved through the creation of local jobs (such as nature guides, homestay operators, and handicraft artisans) and the generation of revenue that stays within the community, thereby reducing poverty and incentivizing the protection of biodiversity.
Why other options are incorrect:
- Option (b) is incorrect because the sale of forest products (especially protected flora/fauna) is often regulated or prohibited under forest laws and contradicts the conservation goals of ecotourism.
- Option (c) is incorrect because 'cultural commodification' (treating culture as a mere product for sale) is generally viewed as a negative impact of tourism that policies aim to avoid in favor of 'cultural preservation'.
- Option (d) is incorrect because ecotourism specifically opposes 'mass scale industrial development', as such development would destroy the pristine natural environment that ecotourism seeks to protect.
The Industrial Policy of Mizoram 2025 aims to stimulate the growth of industrial enterprises.
A)
Micro and Small Enterprises
B)
Large Enterprises
C)
Medium Enterprise
D)
Mega Enterprise
The Industrial Policy of Mizoram is strategically designed to align with the state's unique topography, demographic structure, and available resources. Given the hilly terrain and the preference for community-based or family-run businesses, the state government focuses primarily on Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs). These enterprises require lower capital investment, utilize local raw materials (such as bamboo, ginger, and turmeric), and provide maximum employment opportunities for the local youth. While medium and large enterprises are not entirely discouraged, the core objective of the state's industrial stimulation and incentive schemes is to foster a robust ecosystem of Micro and Small Enterprises to ensure inclusive economic growth.
The primary cause of neo-colonialism in the tourism industry is:
A)
Unequal power relationships and the tendency of less developed countries (LDCs) to adopt or aspire to Western cultural standards
B)
Equal power relationships and the tendency of less developed countries (LDCs) to adopt or aspire to Western cultural standards
C)
The complete transfer of tourism resource ownership from foreign entities to indigenous population
D)
Strict environmental regulations enforced by less developed countries (LDCs)
Option A is correct: Unequal power relationships and the tendency of less developed countries (LDCs) to adopt or aspire to Western cultural standards.
When was the Mizoram Responsible Tourism Policy officially launched to promote sustainability and community participation?
A)
March 2020
B)
June 2020
C)
August 2020
D)
November 2020
The Mizoram Responsible Tourism Policy was officially launched in June 2020. The policy was designed to shift the focus of tourism in the state from mass tourism to 'Responsible Tourism,' emphasizing sustainability, the preservation of Mizo culture and heritage, and the active participation of local communities to ensure that the economic benefits of tourism reach the grassroots level. This initiative aligns with the state's goal of promoting eco-tourism and community-based tourism models to protect the fragile ecology of the Lushai Hills.
The “Explore Rural India” campaign launched in 2004 was built on:
A)
An endogenous model
B)
An exogenous model
C)
Both (a) & (b)
D)
Behavioural model
Option A is correct: An endogenous model.
The term “overtourism” was coined by ___________on June 14, 2016.
A)
Rafat Ali, the CEO and founder of Skift
B)
Tim Cook, the CEO and founder of Apple
C)
Elon Musk the CEO and founder of Tesla
D)
Sunder Pichai, the CEO and founder of Tesla
Option A is correct: Rafat Ali, the CEO and founder of Skift.
The unique “Living Root Bridges” created by the Khasi and Jaintia tribes are a major tourist attraction in which state?
A)
Sikkim
B)
Manipur
C)
Meghalaya
D)
Nagaland
The 'Living Root Bridges' (known locally as Jingkieng Jri) are bio-engineered structures created by guiding the roots of the Ficus elastica (rubber fig tree) across rivers. This unique practice is indigenous to the Khasi and Jaintia tribes of Meghalaya. These bridges are highly durable and grow stronger over time, making them a world-renowned tourist attraction and a testament to the sustainable traditional knowledge of the region.
Why other options are incorrect:
- a. Sikkim: Known for its high-altitude lakes and monasteries, not root bridges.
- b. Manipur: Known for the Loktak Lake and floating islands (phumdis).
- d. Nagaland: Known for the Hornbill Festival and diverse tribal villages, but not for the specific practice of living root bridges.
Which legislation provides the legal framework for EIA in India?
A)
Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
B)
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
C)
Forest Rights Act, 2006
D)
RTI Act, 2005
Option B is correct: Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
The freshwater lake is famously known for its unique “phumdis” (floating islands) located in the state of _____________.
A)
Meghalaya
B)
Nagaland
C)
Sikkim
D)
Manipur
The question refers to Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, located in the state of Manipur. Loktak Lake is globally renowned for its 'phumdis', which are heterogeneous masses of vegetation, soil, and organic matter that float on the surface of the water. These phumdis are the basis for the Keibul Lamjao National Park, the only floating national park in the world and the last natural habitat of the endangered Sangai (brow-antlered deer).
Why other options are incorrect:
- Meghalaya: Known for its plateau geography and rainfall, but does not have floating islands (phumdis).
- Nagaland: Primarily a mountainous region known for its hills and tribal festivals (like Hornbill), not for large freshwater lakes with phumdis.
- Sikkim: Known for high-altitude glacial lakes (like Tsomgo Lake), but these do not feature the phumdi ecosystem.
The “Explore Rural India” campaign was launched under which flagship tourism brand?
A)
Incredible India
B)
Clean India Campaign
C)
Rural Tourism Scheme, 2002
D)
Sustainable Tourism
Option A is correct: Incredible India.
When was the Mizoram Responsible Tourism Policy officially notified?
A)
7th August 2019
B)
7th August 2020
C)
7th August 2018
D)
7th August 2017
The Government of Mizoram, through the Tourism Department, officially notified the 'Mizoram Responsible Tourism Policy' on 7th August 2020. This policy was designed to promote sustainable tourism that minimizes negative impacts on the environment and local culture while maximizing the economic benefits for the local community. The policy emphasizes 'Responsible Tourism' over mass tourism to preserve the pristine nature and unique cultural heritage of the state. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they refer to years prior to the official notification of this specific policy framework.
Who was the brand ambassador of the “Atithi Devo Bhava” campaign in 2008 and 2015?
A)
Aamir Khan.
B)
Akshay Kumar
C)
Amitabh Bachhan
D)
Sharukh Khan
Option A is correct: Aamir Khan..
The pillars of sustainability, often referred to as the “Triple Bottom Line”:
A)
Profit, Popularity, and Promotion
B)
Environment, Economy, and Socio-Culture
C)
Aviation, Hospitality, and Infrastructure
D)
Government, Private Sector, and Non-Governmental Organizations
Option B is correct: Environment, Economy, and Socio-Culture.
The aim of the Incredible India campaign 2002 was to:
A)
To position India as a global unified tourism brand
B)
To position India as a year-round destination by uniting heritage monuments, cultural festivals, natural landscapes, spirituality and modern infrastructure under a single umbrella
C)
To use tourism as a growth driver and a soft power and therefore boost the inflow of foreign tourists, foreign exchange earnings, local travel and employment in the hospitality-tourism sector
D)
All of the above
Option D is correct: All of the above.
Which of the following environmental issues is commonly assessed in tourism EIA?
A)
Air quality
B)
Water quality
C)
Biodiversity
D)
All of the above
Option D is correct: All of the above.
Which among the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Assam?
A)
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
B)
Rang Ghar
C)
Moidams – the Mound-Burial system of the Ahom Dynasty
D)
Saraighat Bridge
Step-by-step reasoning:
1. Analysis of Option (c): The 'Moidams' (burial mounds of the Ahom dynasty) were officially inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2024. This makes Assam the first state in Northeast India to have two UNESCO World Heritage Sites (the other being Kaziranga National Park).
2. Analysis of Option (a): Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for its high density of one-horned rhinoceroses, but it is not a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
3. Analysis of Option (b): Rang Ghar is a historic amphitheater and a significant monument of the Ahom era, but it does not hold individual UNESCO World Heritage status.
4. Analysis of Option (d): Saraighat Bridge is a critical infrastructure project and a site of historical military significance (Battle of Saraighat), but it is not a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Therefore, the only correct option is (c).
Under which law government has allowed to carry on the business of Travel Agent/Tour Operators/ Ticketing Sales Agents the State of Mizoram.
A)
Mizoram Tourism Trade Act 2020
B)
Mizoram Tourist Trade Act 2020
C)
Mizoram Travel Trade Act 2020
D)
Mizoram Tours Trade Act 2020
The Government of Mizoram enacted the 'Mizoram Tourist Trade Act 2020' to regulate and monitor the activities of travel agents, tour operators, and ticketing sales agents within the state. This Act ensures that such businesses are registered and operate under a standardized legal framework to protect tourists and maintain the quality of tourism services in Mizoram. Options (a), (c), and (d) are incorrect because they use terms like 'Tourism Trade', 'Travel Trade', or 'Tours Trade', which do not match the official nomenclature of the legislation passed by the state government.
These effects are assessed by the way in which tourist spending filters through the economy as it moves the economy.
A)
Income effect
B)
Saving effect
C)
Multiplier effect
D)
Expenditure effect
Option C is correct: Multiplier effect.
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