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Indian Educational Boards: A Comprehensive Overview

Description: This quiz provides a comprehensive overview of various Indian Educational Boards, their history, objectives, and impact on the Indian education system.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is the oldest educational board in India?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

  4. University Grants Commission (UGC)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The University Grants Commission (UGC) was established in 1956 and is the oldest educational board in India.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) was established in which year?

  1. 1929

  2. 1952

  3. 1962

  4. 1972


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) was established in 1962.

Which board is responsible for conducting the All India Secondary School Examination (AISSE)?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

  4. State Boards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is responsible for conducting the All India Secondary School Examination (AISSE).

The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) is conducted by which board?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)

  4. State Boards


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) is conducted by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE).

Which board is responsible for conducting the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) examinations?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

  4. State Boards


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is responsible for conducting its own examinations.

Which board is responsible for setting the curriculum and conducting examinations for state-level schools in India?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

  4. State Boards


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

State Boards are responsible for setting the curriculum and conducting examinations for state-level schools in India.

Which board is known for its focus on holistic education and international recognition?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. International Baccalaureate (IB)

  4. Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is known for its focus on holistic education and international recognition.

Which board is known for its emphasis on British curriculum and global acceptance?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. International Baccalaureate (IB)

  4. Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) is known for its emphasis on British curriculum and global acceptance.

Which board is known for its focus on vocational education and skill development?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC)

  4. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is known for its focus on vocational education and skill development.

Which board is responsible for regulating technical education in India?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC)

  4. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) is responsible for regulating technical education in India.

Which board is known for its focus on teacher training and professional development?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)

  4. University Grants Commission (UGC)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) is known for its focus on teacher training and professional development.

Which board is responsible for regulating higher education in India?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)

  4. University Grants Commission (UGC)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The University Grants Commission (UGC) is responsible for regulating higher education in India.

Which board is known for its focus on open and distance learning?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE)

  3. National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

  4. University Grants Commission (UGC)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is known for its focus on open and distance learning.

Which board is responsible for conducting the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) for engineering colleges in India?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)

  3. National Testing Agency (NTA)

  4. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for conducting the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) for engineering colleges in India.

Which board is responsible for conducting the National Eligibility Test (NET) for determining the eligibility of candidates for lectureship and research in Indian universities?

  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

  2. University Grants Commission (UGC)

  3. National Testing Agency (NTA)

  4. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The University Grants Commission (UGC) is responsible for conducting the National Eligibility Test (NET) for determining the eligibility of candidates for lectureship and research in Indian universities.

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