Official Languages of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)

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Which of the following is the official language of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

English is the official language of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) as it is the most widely spoken language in India and is used for communication with other countries.

In addition to English, which other language is used by the ICCR for its official communications?

  1. Hindi

  2. Sanskrit

  3. Urdu

  4. French


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is also used by the ICCR for its official communications as it is the most widely spoken language in India and is the official language of the Government of India.

Why is English used as the official language of the ICCR?

  1. It is the most widely spoken language in India.

  2. It is the official language of the Government of India.

  3. It is the language of international communication.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

English is used as the official language of the ICCR because it is the most widely spoken language in India, it is the official language of the Government of India, and it is the language of international communication.

Which of the following is NOT an official language of the ICCR?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sanskrit is not an official language of the ICCR, although it is a classical language of India and is used in some official documents.

What is the purpose of the ICCR?

  1. To promote cultural relations between India and other countries.

  2. To promote Indian culture and heritage abroad.

  3. To facilitate cultural exchanges between India and other countries.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICCR is responsible for promoting cultural relations between India and other countries, promoting Indian culture and heritage abroad, and facilitating cultural exchanges between India and other countries.

When was the ICCR established?

  1. 1950

  2. 1955

  3. 1960

  4. 1965


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ICCR was established in 1950 by the Government of India.

Who is the current President of the ICCR?

  1. Dr. Karan Singh

  2. Dr. Shashi Tharoor

  3. Dr. Najma Heptulla

  4. Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. Vinay Sahasrabuddhe is the current President of the ICCR.

Where is the headquarters of the ICCR located?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The headquarters of the ICCR is located in New Delhi.

How many regional offices does the ICCR have in India?

  1. 10

  2. 12

  3. 14

  4. 16


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The ICCR has 12 regional offices in India.

How many cultural centers does the ICCR have abroad?

  1. 20

  2. 25

  3. 30

  4. 35


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The ICCR has 30 cultural centers abroad.

What is the main objective of the ICCR's cultural centers abroad?

  1. To promote Indian culture and heritage.

  2. To facilitate cultural exchanges between India and other countries.

  3. To provide a platform for Indian artists and performers to showcase their talent.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of the ICCR's cultural centers abroad is to promote Indian culture and heritage, facilitate cultural exchanges between India and other countries, and provide a platform for Indian artists and performers to showcase their talent.

What are some of the activities organized by the ICCR's cultural centers abroad?

  1. Art exhibitions

  2. Dance performances

  3. Music concerts

  4. Film screenings

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The ICCR's cultural centers abroad organize a variety of activities, including art exhibitions, dance performances, music concerts, film screenings, and more.

How does the ICCR promote cultural exchanges between India and other countries?

  1. By organizing cultural festivals and events.

  2. By providing scholarships to Indian students to study abroad.

  3. By sponsoring Indian artists and performers to travel abroad.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICCR promotes cultural exchanges between India and other countries by organizing cultural festivals and events, providing scholarships to Indian students to study abroad, and sponsoring Indian artists and performers to travel abroad.

What is the ICCR's role in promoting Indian culture and heritage abroad?

  1. By organizing cultural exhibitions and events.

  2. By publishing books and journals on Indian culture and heritage.

  3. By supporting Indian artists and performers to travel abroad.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICCR promotes Indian culture and heritage abroad by organizing cultural exhibitions and events, publishing books and journals on Indian culture and heritage, and supporting Indian artists and performers to travel abroad.

How does the ICCR contribute to the development of cultural relations between India and other countries?

  1. By promoting cultural understanding and cooperation.

  2. By facilitating cultural exchanges and collaborations.

  3. By supporting cultural diversity and pluralism.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ICCR contributes to the development of cultural relations between India and other countries by promoting cultural understanding and cooperation, facilitating cultural exchanges and collaborations, and supporting cultural diversity and pluralism.

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