Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 25 May 2018

1. Consider the following statements about Adopt a Heritage Project

1. It is scheme of Ministry of Culture
2. The project plans to entrust heritage sites/monuments and other tourist sitesto private sector companies, public sector companies and individuals for thedevelopment of tourist amenities.

Which of the above statement(s) is are correct

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both
d. None

2. Consider the following statements aboutKonark Sun Temple

1. It was built by King Narasimhadeva I, the great ruler of Gangadynasty.
2. The temple is included in UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which of the above statement(s) is are correct

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both
d. None

3. Consider the following statements aboutDefence Planning Committee (DPC)

1. It is set up to facilitate “comprehensive” planning forthe defence forces besides focusing on military doctrines to deal withemerging security challenges.
2. The DPC will be a permanent body chaired by the Minister of Defence.

Which of the above statement(s) is are correct

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both
d. None

4.Consider the following statements aboutNational Commission for Minority Educational Institutions(NCMEI)

1. All questions relating to conferring minoritystatus on educational institutions are to be decided by the NCMEI.
2. It is to be headed by a Chairman who has been a Judge of the HighCourt

Which of the above statement(s) is are correct

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both
d. None