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What are the different stakeholders involved in GDI?

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the various stakeholders involved in Geographical Data Infrastructure (GDI) in India.
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Which of the following is NOT a primary stakeholder in GDI?

  1. Government Agencies

  2. Private Sector Companies

  3. Academic Institutions

  4. Non-Governmental Organizations

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Private sector companies are not considered primary stakeholders in GDI, as they are not directly involved in the creation, maintenance, or dissemination of geospatial data.

Which government agency is responsible for coordinating GDI activities in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  2. Survey of India

  3. National Remote Sensing Centre

  4. Indian Space Research Organisation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Earth Sciences is the nodal agency responsible for coordinating GDI activities in India. It provides overall policy guidance and support for the development and implementation of GDI initiatives.

Which of the following is a key objective of GDI?

  1. To promote the sharing and dissemination of geospatial data

  2. To improve the quality and accuracy of geospatial data

  3. To facilitate the integration of geospatial data from different sources

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

GDI aims to promote the sharing and dissemination of geospatial data, improve the quality and accuracy of geospatial data, and facilitate the integration of geospatial data from different sources.

What is the role of academic institutions in GDI?

  1. To conduct research on GDI technologies and applications

  2. To train professionals in GDI

  3. To provide feedback on GDI policies and initiatives

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Academic institutions play a crucial role in GDI by conducting research on GDI technologies and applications, training professionals in GDI, and providing feedback on GDI policies and initiatives.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of GDI?

  1. Improved decision-making

  2. Enhanced public participation

  3. Increased economic efficiency

  4. Reduced environmental impact

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

GDI does not directly lead to reduced environmental impact, although it can support decision-making and planning that may have positive environmental outcomes.

What is the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) of India?

  1. A framework for sharing and disseminating geospatial data

  2. A repository of geospatial data

  3. A set of standards for geospatial data

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NSDI of India is a framework for sharing and disseminating geospatial data, a repository of geospatial data, and a set of standards for geospatial data.

Which of the following is a key challenge in implementing GDI in India?

  1. Lack of awareness about GDI

  2. Insufficient data sharing

  3. Limited technical capacity

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Implementing GDI in India faces challenges such as lack of awareness about GDI, insufficient data sharing, and limited technical capacity.

What is the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in GDI?

  1. To advocate for GDI policies and initiatives

  2. To provide technical assistance to GDI projects

  3. To raise awareness about GDI

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NGOs play a vital role in GDI by advocating for GDI policies and initiatives, providing technical assistance to GDI projects, and raising awareness about GDI.

Which of the following is NOT a component of GDI?

  1. Data

  2. Metadata

  3. Standards

  4. Infrastructure

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Infrastructure is not a component of GDI, although it is essential for supporting GDI initiatives.

What is the role of the private sector in GDI?

  1. To develop and provide GDI technologies and services

  2. To use GDI data and services to improve their operations

  3. To provide feedback on GDI policies and initiatives

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The private sector plays a significant role in GDI by developing and providing GDI technologies and services, using GDI data and services to improve their operations, and providing feedback on GDI policies and initiatives.

Which of the following is a key benefit of GDI?

  1. Improved decision-making

  2. Enhanced public participation

  3. Increased economic efficiency

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

GDI offers a range of benefits, including improved decision-making, enhanced public participation, and increased economic efficiency.

What is the role of Survey of India in GDI?

  1. To provide geospatial data and services

  2. To develop and maintain geospatial standards

  3. To coordinate GDI activities

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Survey of India plays a multifaceted role in GDI by providing geospatial data and services, developing and maintaining geospatial standards, and coordinating GDI activities.

Which of the following is NOT a stakeholder in GDI?

  1. Government Agencies

  2. Private Sector Companies

  3. Academic Institutions

  4. General Public

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The general public is not considered a stakeholder in GDI, as they are not directly involved in the creation, maintenance, or dissemination of geospatial data.

What is the role of National Remote Sensing Centre in GDI?

  1. To provide satellite imagery and data

  2. To develop and maintain geospatial standards

  3. To coordinate GDI activities

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

National Remote Sensing Centre's primary role in GDI is to provide satellite imagery and data.

Which of the following is a key challenge in implementing GDI in India?

  1. Lack of awareness about GDI

  2. Insufficient data sharing

  3. Limited technical capacity

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Implementing GDI in India faces challenges such as lack of awareness about GDI, insufficient data sharing, and limited technical capacity.

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