Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
The government of Mizoram is dedicated to promoting eco-friendly industries and ensuring strict compliance with environmental regulations under the scheme of :
A)
Green investment
B)
Blue Investment
C)
Golden Investment
D)
Silver Investment
In the context of industrial policies and sustainable development, 'Green Investment' refers to the allocation of capital toward projects and industries that have a positive impact on the environment, such as renewable energy, waste management, and eco-friendly manufacturing. The Government of Mizoram, given its fragile hilly terrain and rich biodiversity, prioritizes 'Green' initiatives to ensure that industrialization does not lead to deforestation or pollution.
- Option (a) Green Investment: Correct. It specifically targets eco-friendly industries and environmental compliance.
- Option (b) Blue Investment: Typically refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth (Blue Economy), which is not applicable to the landlocked state of Mizoram.
- Option (c) Golden Investment: Not a standard term for environmental regulation schemes.
- Option (d) Silver Investment: Usually refers to investments targeting the elderly population (Silver Economy) or specific precious metal investments, not eco-friendly industrialization.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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..
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-III
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.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
A tourism master plan is generally considered as a:
A)
Short-term operational document
B)
Tourism advertising plan
C)
Hotel management plan
D)
Long-term strategic framework for destination development
Option D is correct: Long-term strategic framework for destination development.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
Which is the correct flow of process of tourism marketing?
A)
Satisfaction, Service offers, Need, Drive, Want, Demand, Exchange, Feedback.
B)
Need, Satisfaction, Service offers, Drive, Want, Demand, Exchange, Feedback.
C)
Want, Demand Exchange, Feedback, Service offers, Drive, Need, Satisfaction.
D)
Need, Drive, Want, Demand, Satisfaction, Service offers, Exchange, Feedback.
Option D is correct: Need, Drive, Want, Demand, Satisfaction, Service offers, Exchange, Feedback..
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
Consider the following statements about the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) :
i) It is an apex body which unifies five regional hospitality associations.
ii) It was founded in 1955 by the legendary hotelier Rai Bahadur M.S Oberoi and other industry pioneers.
iii) It is headquartered in New Delhi and connects the hospitality sector with government ministries and international bodies.
A)
i & ii only
B)
ii & iii only
C)
i & iii only
D)
i only
Option C is correct: i & iii only.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
The Online travel agency (OTA) that aggregates and resells travel products.
A)
Web based marketplace
B)
Offline marketplace
C)
Wholesale marketplace
D)
Restricted marketplace
Option A is correct: Web based marketplace.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
Who is widely known as the “Father of the Travel Agency Business”?
A)
Thomas Cook
B)
Henry Wells
C)
Thomas Bennett
D)
Richard Cox
Option A is correct: Thomas Cook.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
Swadesh Darshan Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Tourism in:
A)
2005
B)
2010
C)
2015
D)
2020
Option C is correct: 2015.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
During which Five Year Plan did the Government of India launch the globally renowned “Incredible India” marketing campaign to boost foreign tourist arrivals?
A)
Eighth Five Year Plan
B)
Ninth Five Year Plan
C)
Tenth Five Year Plan
D)
Eleventh Five Year Plan
Option C is correct: Tenth Five Year Plan.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
What is the primary function of a destination brand?
A)
To dictate hotel room pricing
B)
To reduce the number of competitors
C)
To differentiate the location from rival destinations & create a memorable identity
D)
To regulate local transportation systems
Option C is correct: To differentiate the location from rival destinations & create a memorable identity.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
_______________ is considered to be the most critical stakeholder in a decentralized tourism planning model.
A)
International travel agencies
B)
International airlines
C)
Local community
D)
Central authority
Option C is correct: Local community.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
Who was the Founder President of Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI)?
A)
Jehangir R. D. Tata
B)
Inder Sharma
C)
Subhash Goyel
D)
Rajiv Kohli
Option A is correct: Jehangir R. D. Tata.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
India’s first online travel portal which revolutionized travel planning with user-friendly platforms and launched in the year 2005 was:
A)
Yatra.com
B)
MakeMyTrip.com
C)
Booking.com
D)
Expedia
Option B is correct: MakeMyTrip.com.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
ITDC is a Public Sector Undertaking under the administrative control of the :
A)
Ministry of Culture
B)
Ministry of Civil Aviation
C)
Ministry of Tourism
D)
Ministry of External Affairs
Option C is correct: Ministry of Tourism.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
National-level tourism planning mainly focuses on:
A)
Design of individual attractions
B)
Tourist behaviour only
C)
Hotel room decoration
D)
Overall tourism policy, infrastructure, and development strategies
Option D is correct: Overall tourism policy, infrastructure, and development strategies.
Tourist Officer • 2026 • Technical Subject Paper-II
The Department of Tourism, Mizoram was established on:
A)
March 9, 1987
B)
January 18, 1987
C)
April 24, 1987
D)
December 1, 1987
The Department of Tourism, Government of Mizoram, was formally established on January 18, 1987. This occurred shortly before Mizoram attained full statehood on February 20, 1987. The department was created to promote the state's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and eco-tourism potential to attract domestic and international visitors. Option (a) March 9, 1987, Option (c) April 24, 1987, and Option (d) December 1, 1987, are incorrect dates and do not correspond to the official establishment of the Tourism Department.
