The Promotion of Indian Languages

Description: This quiz focuses on the promotion of Indian languages, covering various aspects such as language policy, legislation, and initiatives aimed at preserving and revitalizing India's linguistic heritage.
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Which article of the Indian Constitution recognizes the importance of promoting and developing Indian languages?

  1. Article 15

  2. Article 19

  3. Article 351

  4. Article 395


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Article 351 of the Indian Constitution states that it is the duty of the Union to promote the spread of the Hindi language and to develop it so that it may serve as a medium of expression for all elements of the composite culture of India.

What is the primary objective of the National Policy on Education (NPE) 1986 with regard to Indian languages?

  1. To promote the use of English as the medium of instruction

  2. To replace regional languages with Hindi

  3. To encourage the study of classical languages

  4. To preserve and promote all Indian languages


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NPE 1986 aims to preserve and promote all Indian languages, ensuring their use in education, administration, and cultural expression.

Which language was declared as the official language of the Indian Union by the Constituent Assembly?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi was declared as the official language of the Indian Union by the Constituent Assembly in 1950.

What is the purpose of the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?

  1. To list the national languages of India

  2. To specify the official languages of the Union and states

  3. To enumerate the regional languages of India

  4. To define the linguistic rights of citizens


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution specifies the official languages of the Union and states, recognizing 22 languages as such.

Which act was enacted to promote the use of Hindi as the official language of the Union?

  1. The Official Languages Act, 1963

  2. The Hindi Language Act, 1950

  3. The National Languages Act, 1968

  4. The Indian Languages Act, 1975


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Official Languages Act, 1963 was enacted to promote the use of Hindi as the official language of the Union, while also recognizing English as an associate official language.

What is the significance of the Sahitya Akademi Awards in promoting Indian languages?

  1. They recognize literary excellence in Indian languages

  2. They provide financial assistance to authors writing in Indian languages

  3. They promote the translation of Indian literature into foreign languages

  4. They facilitate the exchange of literary works between Indian languages


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sahitya Akademi Awards are prestigious literary awards that recognize literary excellence in Indian languages, contributing to the promotion and preservation of these languages.

Which institution is responsible for coordinating and promoting the development of Indian languages?

  1. The Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL)

  2. The National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL)

  3. The National Institute of Language Education (NILE)

  4. The Indian Institute of Language Studies (IILS)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) is the apex body for the study, development, and promotion of Indian languages.

What is the role of the National Translation Mission (NTM) in promoting Indian languages?

  1. It provides financial assistance for the translation of books into Indian languages

  2. It facilitates the exchange of translators between Indian languages

  3. It organizes workshops and seminars on translation

  4. It promotes the use of translation technology in Indian languages


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Translation Mission (NTM) plays a multifaceted role in promoting Indian languages by providing financial assistance for translation, facilitating translator exchange, organizing workshops and seminars, and promoting the use of translation technology.

Which initiative aims to promote the use of Indian languages in higher education?

  1. The Three-Language Formula

  2. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020

  3. The Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)

  4. The Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching (PMMMNMTT)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes the importance of promoting Indian languages in higher education, aiming to make them the primary medium of instruction.

What is the significance of the National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM) in preserving Indian languages?

  1. It digitizes and preserves ancient manuscripts written in Indian languages

  2. It provides financial assistance for the restoration of manuscripts

  3. It promotes research on manuscripts

  4. It facilitates the exchange of manuscripts between institutions


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM) plays a vital role in preserving Indian languages by digitizing and preserving ancient manuscripts, providing financial assistance for restoration, promoting research, and facilitating the exchange of manuscripts.

Which scheme aims to promote the use of Indian languages in the judiciary?

  1. The Nyaya Bandhu Scheme

  2. The Nyaya Mitra Scheme

  3. The Nyaya Sewa Scheme

  4. The Nyaya Sahay Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nyaya Bandhu Scheme aims to promote the use of Indian languages in the judiciary by providing financial assistance to lawyers for translation and interpretation services.

What is the role of the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL) in promoting Urdu?

  1. It provides financial assistance for the development of Urdu language and literature

  2. It organizes workshops and seminars on Urdu

  3. It promotes the use of Urdu in education and administration

  4. It facilitates the exchange of Urdu scholars and writers between India and other countries


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL) plays a comprehensive role in promoting Urdu by providing financial assistance, organizing workshops and seminars, promoting the use of Urdu in education and administration, and facilitating the exchange of Urdu scholars and writers.

Which initiative aims to promote the use of Indian languages in the media?

  1. The Community Radio Scheme

  2. The Private FM Radio Scheme

  3. The Prasar Bharati Scheme

  4. The Digital Terrestrial Transmission (DTT) Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Community Radio Scheme aims to promote the use of Indian languages in the media by providing financial assistance to community radio stations for broadcasting in local languages.

What is the significance of the National Book Trust, India (NBT) in promoting Indian languages?

  1. It publishes books in Indian languages

  2. It provides financial assistance to authors writing in Indian languages

  3. It organizes book fairs and exhibitions

  4. It promotes the translation of books into Indian languages


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The National Book Trust, India (NBT) plays a multifaceted role in promoting Indian languages by publishing books in Indian languages, providing financial assistance to authors, organizing book fairs and exhibitions, and promoting the translation of books into Indian languages.

Which scheme aims to promote the use of Indian languages in information and communication technology (ICT)?

  1. The Digital India Scheme

  2. The BharatNet Scheme

  3. The e-Kranti Scheme

  4. The National Optical Fiber Network (NOFN) Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Digital India Scheme aims to promote the use of Indian languages in ICT by providing financial assistance for the development of Indian language software and content.

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