Cultural Diplomacy and India's Foreign Policy Objectives

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What is the primary objective of India's cultural diplomacy?

  1. To promote India's culture and values abroad.

  2. To strengthen India's economic ties with other countries.

  3. To enhance India's military power and influence.

  4. To isolate India from the rest of the world.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India's cultural diplomacy aims to promote understanding and appreciation of India's culture and values among people around the world.

Which of the following is not a tool of cultural diplomacy?

  1. Cultural festivals

  2. Educational exchanges

  3. Military alliances

  4. Art exhibitions


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Military alliances are not a tool of cultural diplomacy, as they are primarily used to achieve military and strategic objectives.

How does cultural diplomacy contribute to India's foreign policy objectives?

  1. It helps to build bridges of understanding between India and other countries.

  2. It promotes India's economic interests abroad.

  3. It strengthens India's security and defense capabilities.

  4. It isolates India from the rest of the world.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural diplomacy helps to build bridges of understanding between India and other countries by promoting cultural exchange and cooperation.

Which Indian government agency is responsible for implementing cultural diplomacy initiatives?

  1. Ministry of External Affairs

  2. Ministry of Culture

  3. Ministry of Home Affairs

  4. Ministry of Defense


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of External Affairs is responsible for implementing cultural diplomacy initiatives, as it is the primary agency responsible for India's foreign policy.

What is the role of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in cultural diplomacy?

  1. It promotes cultural exchange between India and other countries.

  2. It provides scholarships to foreign students to study in India.

  3. It organizes cultural festivals and events abroad.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICCR is responsible for promoting cultural exchange between India and other countries, providing scholarships to foreign students to study in India, and organizing cultural festivals and events abroad.

Which of the following is an example of cultural diplomacy initiative undertaken by India?

  1. The Festival of India in China

  2. The India-Africa Forum Summit

  3. The Malabar Naval Exercise

  4. The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Festival of India in China was a cultural diplomacy initiative undertaken by India to promote cultural exchange and understanding between India and China.

How does cultural diplomacy contribute to India's soft power?

  1. It enhances India's reputation and image abroad.

  2. It attracts foreign investment and tourism to India.

  3. It strengthens India's cultural ties with other countries.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural diplomacy contributes to India's soft power by enhancing India's reputation and image abroad, attracting foreign investment and tourism to India, and strengthening India's cultural ties with other countries.

Which of the following is a challenge faced by India in implementing its cultural diplomacy initiatives?

  1. Lack of financial resources

  2. Lack of political will

  3. Lack of cultural diversity in India

  4. Lack of interest from other countries


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lack of financial resources is a challenge faced by India in implementing its cultural diplomacy initiatives, as it limits the scope and scale of these initiatives.

How can India improve its cultural diplomacy efforts?

  1. Increase funding for cultural diplomacy initiatives.

  2. Strengthen partnerships with cultural organizations and institutions.

  3. Develop a more strategic approach to cultural diplomacy.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India can improve its cultural diplomacy efforts by increasing funding for cultural diplomacy initiatives, strengthening partnerships with cultural organizations and institutions, and developing a more strategic approach to cultural diplomacy.

What is the future of cultural diplomacy in India's foreign policy?

  1. It will become increasingly important in the coming years.

  2. It will become less important in the coming years.

  3. It will remain the same as it is today.

  4. It is difficult to predict


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cultural diplomacy is likely to become increasingly important in the coming years, as it is a powerful tool for building bridges of understanding between countries and promoting peace and cooperation.

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