Pravasi Bharatiya Divas — MCQ Practice
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Consider the following statements about Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: 1. It is celebrated annually on January 9 to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi's return from South Africa 2. The celebration was instituted in 2003 based on L.M. Singhvi Committee recommendations 3. Only Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are eligible to participate in the event 4. The Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal ministry for organizing PBD Which of the statements given above are correct?
The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award is conferred to recognize: 1. Outstanding achievements of overseas Indians in their adopted countries 2. Contributions to strengthening ties between India and diaspora communities 3. Excellence in promoting Indian culture and values abroad 4. Significant investments made by diaspora in Indian economy Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which of the following best describes the evolution of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas format?
Consider the following about the institutional framework of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: 1. Ministry of External Affairs serves as the nodal ministry 2. India Development Foundation of Overseas Indians facilitates diaspora contributions 3. Regional PBD conferences are organized only in India 4. Indian missions abroad play a role in award nominations Which of the statements given above are correct?
The date January 9 for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was chosen because: