Government Policies and Initiatives to Promote Tourism and Hospitality

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of government policies and initiatives designed to promote tourism and hospitality in various regions.
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Which government initiative aims to develop and promote tourism in rural areas of India?

  1. Swadesh Darshan Scheme

  2. Incredible India Campaign

  3. Atithi Devo Bhava Program

  4. Dekho Apna Desh Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Swadesh Darshan Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry of Tourism to promote the development of tourism infrastructure and facilities in rural areas of India.

The "Incredible India" campaign was launched by the Government of India to:

  1. Promote domestic tourism

  2. Attract foreign tourists

  3. Improve the quality of tourism services

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Incredible India campaign was launched by the Government of India with the aim of promoting domestic tourism, attracting foreign tourists, and improving the quality of tourism services in the country.

Which government policy provides financial assistance to tourism and hospitality businesses for infrastructure development?

  1. Tourism Infrastructure Development Fund

  2. Hotel Industry Development Fund

  3. Tourism Promotion Fund

  4. Hospitality Development Fund


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tourism Infrastructure Development Fund is a government policy that provides financial assistance to tourism and hospitality businesses for infrastructure development, such as the construction of hotels, resorts, and convention centers.

The "Atithi Devo Bhava" program focuses on:

  1. Promoting responsible tourism

  2. Enhancing the skills of tourism professionals

  3. Improving the quality of tourism services

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Atithi Devo Bhava program focuses on promoting responsible tourism, enhancing the skills of tourism professionals, and improving the quality of tourism services in India.

Which government initiative aims to promote tourism in the northeastern region of India?

  1. North East Tourism Development Scheme

  2. Incredible North East Campaign

  3. Discover the North East Program

  4. North East Tourism Circuit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The North East Tourism Development Scheme is a government initiative that aims to promote tourism in the northeastern region of India by providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, marketing, and capacity building.

The "Dekho Apna Desh" scheme encourages:

  1. Domestic tourism

  2. Foreign tourism

  3. Responsible tourism

  4. Sustainable tourism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dekho Apna Desh scheme is a government initiative that encourages domestic tourism by providing financial assistance to Indian citizens for travel within the country.

Which government policy provides tax incentives to tourism and hospitality businesses?

  1. Tourism and Hospitality Industry Tax Incentive Scheme

  2. Hotel Industry Tax Incentive Scheme

  3. Tourism Infrastructure Development Tax Incentive Scheme

  4. Hospitality Development Tax Incentive Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tourism and Hospitality Industry Tax Incentive Scheme provides tax incentives to tourism and hospitality businesses, such as reduced taxes on profits and investments.

The "Incredible India Tourist Facilitator" certification program aims to:

  1. Train tourism professionals

  2. Enhance the skills of tourism guides

  3. Improve the quality of tourism services

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Incredible India Tourist Facilitator certification program aims to train tourism professionals, enhance the skills of tourism guides, and improve the quality of tourism services in India.

Which government initiative focuses on developing sustainable tourism practices?

  1. Sustainable Tourism Development Scheme

  2. Green Tourism Certification Program

  3. Responsible Tourism Promotion Program

  4. Eco-Tourism Development Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sustainable Tourism Development Scheme is a government initiative that focuses on developing sustainable tourism practices by providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, capacity building, and marketing.

The "Adopt a Heritage" scheme allows:

  1. Individuals to adopt and restore heritage sites

  2. Corporations to adopt and restore heritage sites

  3. Both individuals and corporations to adopt and restore heritage sites

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Adopt a Heritage scheme allows both individuals and corporations to adopt and restore heritage sites in India.

Which government policy provides financial assistance for the development of tourism infrastructure in rural areas?

  1. Rural Tourism Infrastructure Development Scheme

  2. Village Tourism Development Scheme

  3. Homestay Development Scheme

  4. Rural Tourism Promotion Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rural Tourism Infrastructure Development Scheme provides financial assistance for the development of tourism infrastructure in rural areas, such as the construction of tourist lodges, homestays, and cultural centers.

The "Incredible India Bed and Breakfast" scheme aims to:

  1. Promote bed and breakfast accommodations

  2. Provide financial assistance to bed and breakfast businesses

  3. Enhance the skills of bed and breakfast operators

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Incredible India Bed and Breakfast scheme aims to promote bed and breakfast accommodations, provide financial assistance to bed and breakfast businesses, and enhance the skills of bed and breakfast operators in India.

Which government initiative focuses on promoting tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

  1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands Tourism Development Scheme

  2. Incredible Andaman and Nicobar Islands Campaign

  3. Discover the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Program

  4. Andaman and Nicobar Islands Tourism Circuit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands Tourism Development Scheme is a government initiative that focuses on promoting tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands by providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, marketing, and capacity building.

The "Adopt a Monument" scheme allows:

  1. Individuals to adopt and restore monuments

  2. Corporations to adopt and restore monuments

  3. Both individuals and corporations to adopt and restore monuments

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Adopt a Monument scheme allows both individuals and corporations to adopt and restore monuments in India.

Which government policy provides financial assistance for the development of tourism infrastructure in urban areas?

  1. Urban Tourism Infrastructure Development Scheme

  2. City Tourism Development Scheme

  3. Heritage Tourism Development Scheme

  4. Urban Tourism Promotion Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Urban Tourism Infrastructure Development Scheme provides financial assistance for the development of tourism infrastructure in urban areas, such as the construction of convention centers, museums, and art galleries.

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