To discover new facts or to make fresh interpretation of known facts
Question 2Single Answer
Sampling error decreases with the
A
decrease in sample size
B
increase in sample size
C
process of randomization
D
process of analysis
Question 3Single Answer
The principles of fundamental research are used in
A
action research
B
applied research
C
philosophical research
D
historical research
Question 4Single Answer
Users who use media for their own ends are indentified as
A
Passive audience
B
Active audience
C
Positive audience
D
Negative audience
Question 5Single Answer
Classroom communication can be described as
A
Exploration
B
Institutionalisation
C
Unsignified narration
D
Discourse
Question 6Single Answer
Ideological codes shape our collective
A
Productions
B
Perceptions
C
Consumptions
D
Creations
Question 7Single Answer
In communication, myths have power, but are
A
Uncultural.
B
Insignificant.
C
imprecise.
D
Unpreferred.
Question 8Single Answer
The first multi-lingual news agency of India was
A
Samachar
B
API
C
Hindustan Samachar
D
Samachar Bharati
Question 9Single Answer
Organisational communication can also be equated with
A
intra-personal communication
B
inter-personal communication
C
group communication
D
mass communication
Question 10Single Answer
If two propositions having the same subject and predicate terms are such that one is the denial of the other, the relationship between them is called
A
Contradictory
B
Contrary
C
Sub-contrary
D
Sub-alternation
Question 11Single Answer
Ananya and Krishna can speak and follow English. Bulbul can write and speak. Hindi as Archana does. Archana talks with Ananya also in Bengali. Krishna can not follow Bengali. Bulbul talks with Ananya in Hindi. Who can speak and follow English, Hindi and Bengali?
A
Archana
B
Bulbul
C
Ananya
D
Krishna
Question 12Single Answer
A stipulative definition may be said to be
A
Always true
B
Always false
C
Sometimes true, sometimes false
D
Neither true nor false
Question 13Single Answer
Which one of the following references is written as per Modern Language Association (MLA) format?
A
Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2006
B
Hall, Donald, Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2003
C
Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2002
D
Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics. New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
Question 14Single Answer
When the conclusion of an argument follows from its premise/premises conclusively, the argument is called
A
Circular argument
B
Inductive argument
C
Deductive argument
D
Analogical argument
Question 15Single Answer
A workshop is
A
a conference for discussion on a topic.
B
a meeting for discussion on a topic.
C
a class at a college or a university in which a teacher and the students discuss a topic.
D
a brief intensive course for a small group emphasizing the development of a skill or technique for solving a specific problem.
Question 16Single Answer
A working hypothesis is
A
a proven hypothesis for an argument.
B
not required to be tested.
C
a provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research.
D
a scientific theory.
Question 17Single Answer
Saturn and Mars are planets like the earth. They borrow light from the Sun and moves around the Sun as the Earth does. So those planets are inhabited by various orders of creatures as the earth is. What type of argument is contained in the above passage?
A
Deductive
B
Astrological
C
Analogical
D
Mathematical
Question 18Single Answer
Given below are two premises. Four conclusions are drawn from those two premises in four codes. Select the code that states the conclusion validly drawn.
All saints are religious. (major)
Some honest persons are saints.(minor)Codes:
A
Codes:
All saints are hones.
B
Some saints are honest.
C
Some honest persons are religious.
D
All religious persons are honest.
Question 19Single Answer
In the process of communication, which one of the following is in chronological order?
A
Communicator, Medium, Receiver, Effect, Message
B
Medium, Communicator, Message, Receiver, Effect
C
Communicator, Message, Medium, Receiver, Effect
D
Message, Communicator, Medium, Receiver, Effect
Question 20Single Answer
Bengal Gazette, the first Newspaper in India was started in 1780 by
A
Dr. Annie Besant
B
James Augustus Hicky
C
Lord Cripson
D
A.O. Hume
Question 21Single Answer
Press censorship in India was imposed during the tenure of the Prime Minister
A
Rajeev Gandhi
B
Narasimha Rao
C
Indira Gandhi
D
Deve Gowda
Question 22Single Answer
Communication via New media such as computers, teleshopping, internet and mobile telephony is termed as
A
Entertainment
B
Interactive communication
C
Developmental communication
D
Communitarian
Question 23Single Answer
Classroom communication of a teacher rests on the principle of
A
Infotainment
B
Edutainment
C
Entertainment
D
Enlightenment
Question 24Single Answer
Identify the region that has shown hyper growth rate of foreign tourist arrivals than the growth rate of the total FTAs in India in 2008.
A
Western Europe
B
North America
C
South Asia
D
East Asia
Question 25Single Answer
____ is important when a teacher communicates with his her student.
A
Sympathy
B
Empathy
C
Apathy
D
Antipathy
Question 26Single Answer
In a certain code GALIB is represented by HBMJC. TIGER will be represented by
A
UJHFS
B
UHJSF
C
JHUSF
D
HUJSF
Question 27Single Answer
In a certain cricket tournament 45 matches were played. Each team played once against each of the other teams. The number of teams participated in the tournament is
A
8
B
10
C
12
D
14
Question 28Single Answer
The missing number in the series 40, 120, 60, 180, 90, ?, 135 is
A
110
B
270
C
105
D
210
Question 29Single Answer
The post-industrial society is designated as
A
Information society
B
Technology society
C
Mediated society
D
Non-agricultural society
Question 30Single Answer
The initial efforts for internet based communication was for
A
Commercial communication
B
Military purposes
C
Personal interaction
D
Political campaigns
Question 31Single Answer
The odd numbers from 1 to 45 which are exactly divisible by 3 are arranged in an ascending order. The number at 6th position is
A
18
B
24
C
33
D
36
Question 32Single Answer
Internal communication within institutions is done through
A
LAN
B
WAN
C
EBB
D
MMS
Question 33Single Answer
Virtual reality provides
A
Sharp pictures
B
Individual audio
C
Participatory experience
D
Preview of new films
Question 34Single Answer
The first virtual university of India came up in
A
Andhra Pradesh
B
Maharashtra
C
Uttar Pradesh
D
Tamil Nadu
Question 35Single Answer
The mean of four number a, b, c, d is 100. If c = 70, then the mean of the remaining numbers is
A
30
B
85/2
C
170/3
D
110
Question 36Single Answer
Arrange the following books in chronological order in which they appeared. Use the code given below:
1. Limits to Growth
2. Silent Spring
3. Our Common Future
4. Resourceful Earth
A
(i), (iii), (iv), (ii)
B
(ii), (iii), (i), (iv)
C
(ii), (i), (iii), (iv)
D
(i), (ii), (iii), (iv)
Question 37Single Answer
If the radius of a circle is increased by 50%, the perimeter of the circle will increase by
A
20%
B
30%
C
40%
D
50%
Question 38Single Answer
Which one of the following continents is at a greater risk of desertification?
A
Africa
B
Asia
C
South America
D
North America
Question 39Single Answer
“Women are closer to nature that men.” What kind of perspective is this?
A
Realist
B
Essentialist
C
Feminist
D
Deep ecology
Question 40Single Answer
If the statement ‘some men are honest’ is false, which among the following statements will be true.Choose the correct code given below:
1 All men are honest.
2 No men are honest.
3 Some men are not honest.
4 All men are dishonest. Codes :
A
(i), (ii) and (iii)
B
(ii), (iii) and (iv)
C
(i), (iii) and (iv)
D
(ii), (i) and (iv)
Question 41Single Answer
Choose the proper alternative given in the codes to replace the question mark.Bee – Honey, Cow-Milk, Teacher-?
A
Intelligence
B
Marks
C
Lessons
D
Wisdom
Question 42Single Answer
Which one of the following is not a matter a global concern in the removal of tropical forests?
A
Their ability to absorb the chemicals that contribute to depletion of ozone layer.
B
Their role in maintaining the oxygen that carbon balance of the earth.
C
Their ability to regulate surface and air temperatures, moisture content and reflectivity.
D
Their contribution to the biological diversity of the planet.
Question 43Single Answer
P is the father of R and S is the son of Q and T is the brother of P. If R is the sister of S, how is Q related to T?
A
Wife
B
Sister-in-law
C
Brother-in-law
D
Daughter-in-law
Question 44Single Answer
A definition put forward to resolve a dispute by influencing attitudes or stirring emotions is called
A
Lexical
B
Persuasive
C
Stipulative
D
Precisions
Question 45Single Answer
The most comprehensive approach to address the problems of man-environment interaction is one of the following:
A
Natural Resource Conservation Approach
B
Urban-industrial Growth Oriented Approach
C
Rural-agricultural Growth Oriented Approach
D
Watershed Development Approach
Question 46Single Answer
The major source of the pollutant gas, carbon mono-oxide (CO), in urban areas is
A
Thermal power sector
B
Transport sector
C
Industrial sector
D
Domestic sector
Question 47Single Answer
In a fuel cell driven vehicle, the energy is obtained from the combustion of
A
Methane
B
Hydrogen
C
LPG
D
CNG
Question 48Single Answer
Which one of the following Councils has been disbanded in 2013?
A
Distance Education Council (DEC)
B
National Council for Teach Education (NCTE)
C
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
D
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Question 49Single Answer
Which of the codes given below contains only the correct statements?
statemenst:
1. Venn diagram is a clear method of notation.
2. Venn diagram is the most direct method of testing the validity of categorical syllogisms.
3. In Venn diagram method the premises and the conclusion of a categorical syllogism is diagrammed.
4. In Venn diagram method the three overlapping circles are drawn for testing a categorical syllogism. Codes :
A
(i), (ii) and (iii)
B
(i), (ii) and (iv)
C
(ii), (iii) and (iv)
D
(i), (iii) and (iv)
Question 50Single Answer
Inductive reasoning presupposes
A
unity in human nature
B
integrity in human nature
C
uniformity in human nature
D
harmony in human nature
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Museology & Conservation
Question 51Single Answer
The earliest known form of organized collection resembling a museum can be traced back to:
A
Ancient Rome
B
Ancient Greece
C
Ancient Mesopotamia
D
Ancient Egypt
Question 52Single Answer
Ennigaldi-Nanna's museum in Ur (Mesopotamia) primarily housed:
A
Sculptures of deities
B
Royal treasures and jewels
C
Archaeological artifacts with descriptive labels
D
Botanical and zoological specimens
Question 53Single Answer
The Greek term "Mouseion" originally referred to:
A
A temple dedicated to the Muses, centers of learning and the arts
B
A public gallery for displaying paintings and sculptures
C
A private collection of rare and exotic objects
D
A workshop for artists and craftsmen
Question 54Single Answer
The Mouseion of Alexandria, established by the Ptolemies, was renowned for its:
A
Extensive collection of live animals
B
Vast library and research facilities
C
Display of captured war trophies
D
Focus on religious artifacts
Question 55Single Answer
Roman private collections, often displayed in villas, were primarily focused on:
A
Agricultural tools and implements
B
Copies of Greek sculptures and other art objects
C
Indigenous Roman crafts and artifacts
D
Scientific instruments and astronomical models
Question 56Single Answer
In medieval Europe, collections were often associated with:
A
Universities and centers of scientific inquiry
B
Royal treasuries, churches, and wealthy individuals
C
Guilds and craft organizations
D
Public marketplaces and fairs
Question 57Single Answer
Cabinets of Curiosities (Wunderkammern) that emerged during the Renaissance were characterized by:
A
A strict scientific classification of objects
B
A diverse and often eclectic mix of naturalia, artificialia, scientifica, and mirabilia
C
A primary focus on local and regional artifacts
D
Public accessibility and educational purposes
Question 58Single Answer
Which of the following is considered one of the earliest public museums in Europe?
A
The Louvre Museum (Paris)
B
The British Museum (London)
C
The Uffizi Gallery (Florence)
D
The Prado Museum (Madri
Question 59Single Answer
The British Museum was founded in 1753 based on the collection of:
A
King George II
B
Sir Hans Sloane
C
The Royal Society
D
The East India Company
Question 60Single Answer
The Louvre Museum in Paris was originally established as:
A
A royal palace
B
A theological seminary
C
A center for scientific research
D
A public library
Question 61Single Answer
The growth of museums in the 19th century was significantly influenced by:
A
A decline in scientific exploration
B
The rise of nationalism and the desire to preserve national heritage
C
Decreased public interest in history and culture
D
Limited funding for cultural institutions
Question 62Single Answer
The concept of "universal museums" has been a subject of debate, particularly concerning:
A
Their focus on contemporary art
B
The repatriation of cultural artifacts to their countries of origin
C
Their limited accessibility to the public
D
Their emphasis on scientific collections
Question 63Single Answer
In India, early forms of collections were often associated with:
A
Royal courts and temples
B
Educational institutions and universities
C
Trade guilds and merchant associations
D
Agricultural communities and rural settlements
Question 64Single Answer
The concept of "Chitrashala" in ancient India referred to:
A
A school for training artisans
B
A royal painting gallery
C
A storehouse for textiles
D
A museum of natural history
Question 65Single Answer
The Asiatic Society of Bengal, founded in 1784, played a crucial role in:
A
Promoting modern art in India
B
Collecting and studying Indian history, culture, and natural history
C
Establishing museums focused solely on European art
D
Advocating for the destruction of ancient monuments
Question 66Single Answer
The Indian Museum in Kolkata, established in 1814, is considered:
A
The first museum in India
B
A museum dedicated exclusively to numismatics
C
A museum focused solely on natural history
D
A private collection of a wealthy merchant
Question 67Single Answer
The growth of museums in India during the colonial period was often linked to:
A
The promotion of indigenous Indian art and culture
B
The interests of British administrators and scholars in documenting Indian history and natural resources
C
A decline in archaeological excavations and research
D
Limited public access and participation
Question 68Single Answer
Post-independence, the development of museums in India has focused on:
A
Primarily replicating Western museum models
B
Emphasizing national identity, cultural heritage, and public education
C
Neglecting regional and local histories
D
Privatizing most museum collections
Question 69Single Answer
Which of the following is not a primary basis for the classification of museums?
A
Source of funding
B
Subject matter or discipline
C
Size of the collection
D
Governing authority
Question 70Single Answer
Museums that focus on a specific area of human activity or knowledge are known as:
A
General museums
B
Specialized museums
C
University museums
D
Historic house museums
Question 71Single Answer
Archaeological museums primarily display:
A
Living specimens of plants and animals
B
Artifacts recovered from archaeological excavations
C
Works of modern and contemporary art
D
Historical documents and manuscripts
Question 72Single Answer
Natural history museums typically house collections related to:
A
Ancient civilizations and cultures
B
The natural world, including geology, botany, and zoology
C
Industrial machinery and technological innovations
D
Fine arts such as painting and sculpture
Question 73Single Answer
Art museums are dedicated to the collection, study, and exhibition of:
A
Tools and implements used in various crafts
B
Objects of aesthetic value, such as paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts
C
Specimens of rocks, minerals, and fossils
D
Historical events and personalities
Question 74Single Answer
History museums focus on:
A
The evolution of plant and animal life
B
The study of past events, societies, and cultures
C
The principles of physics, chemistry, and biology
D
The artistic expressions of different periods
Question 75Single Answer
Science and technology museums showcase:
A
Traditional folk arts and crafts
B
The development of scientific principles and technological innovations
C
The history of specific families or individuals
D
The geological formations of a particular region
Question 76Single Answer
Anthropology and ethnography museums primarily collect and exhibit:
A
Ancient scripts and inscriptions
B
Material culture and social customs of human societies
C
Astronomical instruments and observatories
D
Rare and endangered plant species
Question 77Single Answer
University museums are characterized by their association with:
A
Government funding and national collections
B
Academic institutions for teaching, research, and public engagement
C
Private collectors and limited public access
D
A primary focus on local community history
Question 78Single Answer
Museums established in historic buildings or sites to interpret their history are known as:
A
Virtual museums
B
Historic house museums or site museums
C
Mobile museums
D
Open-air museums
Question 79Single Answer
Open-air museums (or ecomuseums) differ from traditional museums by:
A
Primarily displaying artifacts indoors
B
Presenting collections within their original or reconstructed natural and cultural context
C
Focusing solely on fine arts
D
Having no permanent collections
Question 80Single Answer
Children's museums are designed with a primary focus on:
A
Preserving fragile and valuable artifacts
B
Providing interactive and engaging learning experiences for young audiences
C
Conducting advanced scientific research
D
Catering exclusively to adult scholars and researchers
Question 81Single Answer
Virtual museums utilize which primary medium for exhibition and interpretation?
A
Physical artifacts in traditional display cases
B
Digital technologies and the internet
C
Live performances and demonstrations
D
Printed catalogs and brochures
Question 82Single Answer
Mobile museums are characterized by their:
A
Fixed location and permanent exhibitions
B
Ability to travel and reach diverse audiences in different locations
C
Focus on a single, very specific subject
D
Lack of any physical artifacts
Question 83Single Answer
Living museums (or heritage farms) focus on:
A
Displaying artifacts from extinct cultures
B
Recreating historical periods through costumed interpreters and activities
C
Collecting and preserving biological specimens
D
Exhibiting contemporary art installations
Question 84Single Answer
Military and war museums primarily collect and interpret:
A
Artifacts related to sports and recreation
B
Objects and stories associated with armed conflicts and military history
C
Traditional musical instruments and performances
D
Agricultural practices and rural life
Question 85Single Answer
Maritime museums are dedicated to the history and culture of:
A
Aviation and space exploration
B
Seas, oceans, and related activities like shipbuilding and navigation
C
Land transportation and railways
D
Mining and mineral resources
Question 86Single Answer
Agricultural museums focus on the history and development of:
A
Textile production and weaving techniques
B
Farming practices, tools, and rural life
C
Urban planning and architecture
D
Culinary arts and food history
Question 87Single Answer
Corporate museums are established and maintained by:
A
Government agencies to showcase industrial development
B
Businesses to document their history, brand, and contributions
C
Non-profit organizations to promote economic history
D
Private collectors interested in industrial artifacts
Question 88Single Answer
Fashion and textile museums collect and exhibit:
A
Ancient weaponry and armor
B
Clothing, accessories, and fabrics representing different periods and cultures
C
Scientific instruments used in early research
D
Furniture and decorative arts from historical homes
Question 89Single Answer
Numismatic museums specialize in the study and display of:
A
Stamps and postal history
B
Coins, banknotes, and other forms of currency
C
Ancient pottery and ceramics
D
Manuscripts and archival documents
Question 90Single Answer
Philatelic museums focus on the collection and exhibition of:
A
Maps and geographical instruments
B
Stamps and postal history
C
Musical scores and instruments
D
Tools used in traditional crafts
Question 91Single Answer
Literary museums are dedicated to the life and works of:
A
Famous scientists and inventors
B
Authors, poets, and other literary figures
C
Prominent political leaders and revolutionaries
D
Renowned musicians and composers
Question 92Single Answer
Performing arts museums collect and display artifacts related to:
A
Sports and athletic achievements
B
Theatre, music, dance, and cinema
C
Traditional healing practices and medicinal plants
D
The history of education and pedagogy
Question 93Single Answer
Community museums are characterized by their strong connection to:
A
National or international collections
B
Local heritage, culture, and community involvement
C
Specialized academic research
D
Corporate sponsorship and branding
Question 94Single Answer
Ecomuseums often emphasize the relationship between:
A
Fine arts and decorative arts
B
People and their environment, both natural and cultural
C
Ancient history and contemporary society
D
Science and technology
Question 95Single Answer
Tribal museums in India primarily focus on the culture and heritage of:
A
Urban populations
B
Indigenous and tribal communities
C
Religious minorities
D
Historical royal families
Question 96Single Answer
Crafts museums are dedicated to the preservation and promotion of:
A
Industrial design and mass production
B
Traditional handmade objects and skills
C
Abstract and conceptual art
D
Paleontological specimens
Question 97Single Answer
Folk art museums specialize in the artistic expressions of:
A
Highly trained and academically recognized artists
B
Rural communities and traditions
C
Royal courts and aristocratic patrons
D
Modern urban subcultures
Question 98Single Answer
The classification of museums can sometimes overlap because:
A
All museums have identical collections
B
Museums may collect and interpret objects from multiple disciplines
C
There are strict international standards for museum categorization
D
Funding sources dictate the type of museum
Question 99Single Answer
The primary purpose of classifying museums is to:
A
Create competition among institutions
B
Facilitate organization, research, and understanding of the museum landscape
C
Limit public access to certain types of collections
D
Standardize exhibition design
Question 100Single Answer
A museum that collects artifacts related to the history of medicine and healthcare would be classified as a:
A
Natural history museum
B
Specialized museum (medical history)
C
Science and technology museum
D
History museum
Question 101Single Answer
A museum located within a national park that interprets the area's natural and cultural history is an example of a:
A
Virtual museum
B
Site museum or natural history museum
C
Children's museum
D
Art museum
Question 102Single Answer
The increasing use of digital technologies has led to the growth and importance of:
A
Mobile museums only
B
Virtual museums and online exhibitions
C
Open-air museums
D
Historic house museums
Question 103Single Answer
The concept of "museum fatigue" highlights the importance of considering:
A
The size and value of the museum's collection
B
Visitor experience and the design of exhibitions
C
The museum's operating hours
D
The number of staff employed by the museum
Question 104Single Answer
The New Museology movement emphasizes:
A
The traditional role of museums as repositories of artifacts
B
Community engagement, social relevance, and critical interpretation
C
The strict separation of museum disciplines
D
The privatization of museum collections
Question 105Single Answer
Which of the following is the most widely accepted definition of a museum?
A
A place for preserving only art objects
B
A non-profit, permanent institution serving society and its development, open to the public, which acquires, conserves, researches, communicates, and exhibits tangible and intangible heritage
C
A place where archaeological excavations are stored
D
A government institution that protects national treasures
Question 106Single Answer
Which international organization is responsible for defining the role and functions of museums?
A
UNESCO
B
ICOM (International Council of Museums)
C
ICCROM
D
ASI
Question 107Single Answer
Which type of museum focuses on the environment and integrates the cultural and natural heritage of a region?
A
Art Museum
B
Eco Museum
C
Historical Museum
D
War Museum
Question 108Single Answer
An eco-museum emphasizes which of the following?
A
Indoor display of objects
B
Community participation and heritage conservation
C
Private ownership of artifacts
D
Display of high-value art pieces
Question 109Single Answer
Which museum type is built around community involvement and representation of local heritage?
A
National Museum
B
Virtual Museum
C
Community Museum
D
Archaeological Museum
Question 110Single Answer
What distinguishes a neighborhood museum?
A
It focuses on national-level exhibitions
B
It represents the cultural identity of a specific locality
C
It houses only contemporary art
D
It is a government-run museum
Question 111Single Answer
A museum that exists only in a digital format and does not have a physical space is called a:
A
Virtual Museum
B
Historical Museum
C
Eco Museum
D
Mobile Museum
Question 112Single Answer
Which type of museum allows visitors to explore exhibits online without visiting a physical space?
A
Regional Museum
B
Virtual Museum
C
Community Museum
D
Science Museum
Question 113Single Answer
Which of the following is not a feature of a virtual museum?
A
Digital access to exhibits
B
Interactivity and multimedia integration
C
Physical display of artifacts
D
Online visitor engagement
Question 114Single Answer
The concept of an open-air museum is closely related to which of the following?
A
Art Museum
B
Eco Museum
C
Virtual Museum
D
Archaeological Museum
Question 115Single Answer
What does the term 'Museology' primarily refer to?
A
The study of ancient artifacts
B
The study of museums, their role, and functions
C
The display of art objects
D
The process of conservation
Question 116Single Answer
Museology is considered as:
A
A pure science
B
A social science and an applied discipline
C
A branch of philosophy
D
A part of archaeology
Question 117Single Answer
Museography primarily deals with:
A
Theoretical aspects of museums
B
The practical aspects of museum curation and display
C
Preservation of archaeological sites
D
Museum visitor management
Question 118Single Answer
The term 'New Museology' was first introduced in which decade?
A
1950s
B
1970s
C
1990s
D
2000s
Question 119Single Answer
New Museology focuses on:
A
Object-centered museums
B
Community participation and social responsibility of museums
C
Only archaeological collections
D
The study of ancient texts related to museums
Question 120Single Answer
What is the key idea of ‘Meta Museology’?
A
It studies the past history of museums
B
It explores the philosophy and theoretical basis of museum studies
C
It deals with museum funding models
D
It is another term for museum conservation
Question 121Single Answer
Which of the following is not an element of New Museology?
A
Active community engagement
B
Emphasis on local heritage
C
Focus only on elite artifacts
D
Sustainable museum practices
Question 122Single Answer
Museology as a discipline includes which of the following?
A
Museum education and visitor studies
B
Conservation and collection management
C
Exhibition planning and cultural heritage interpretation
D
All of the above
Question 123Single Answer
Which of the following best describes the concept of ‘museography’?
A
The academic study of museums
B
The practical aspect of museum display and exhibition techniques
C
The design of museum buildings
D
The study of museum funding sources
Question 124Single Answer
Museology and museography are different because:
A
Museology is theoretical, while museography is practical
B
Museology is practical, while museography is theoretical
C
They are two names for the same field
D
Museology is focused only on art museums
Question 125Single Answer
Which of the following is an example of a living museum?
A
Louvre Museum, Paris
B
Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai
C
Colonial Williamsburg, USA
D
British Museum, London
Question 126Single Answer
ICOM is headquartered in:
A
London
B
Paris
C
Rome
D
New York
Question 127Single Answer
Which of the following is a major goal of community museums?
A
To showcase global artifacts
B
To preserve local heritage and traditions
C
To display expensive paintings
D
To promote only ancient history
Question 128Single Answer
Which organization is responsible for the preservation of cultural heritage under UNESCO?
A
ICCROM
B
ICOMOS
C
ASI
D
Both a) and b)
Question 129Single Answer
Which of the following is not a function of a museum?
A
Acquisition of objects
B
Conservation and preservation
C
Organizing religious ceremonies
D
Research and education
Question 130Single Answer
The term ‘ecomuseum’ was first coined by:
A
Georges Henri Rivière
B
Alexander von Humboldt
C
John Ruskin
D
Edward P. Alexander
Question 131Single Answer
Which of the following museums focuses on cultural heritage within a specific geographical area?
A
Virtual Museum
B
Ecomuseum
C
War Museum
D
Children’s Museum
Question 132Single Answer
What is the primary focus of a virtual museum?
A
Displaying physical artifacts
B
Providing online access to digital collections
C
Conducting archaeological excavations
D
Storing tangible heritage
Question 133Single Answer
What is the key feature of a community museum?
A
International exhibitions
B
Community participation in curating exhibitions
C
Exclusive display of rare manuscripts
D
Emphasis on modern technology
Question 134Single Answer
Which type of museum primarily collects and exhibits scientific objects and innovations?
A
History Museum
B
Science Museum
C
Archaeological Museum
D
War Museum
Question 135Single Answer
Which of the following is not a function of museology?
A
Documentation of artifacts
B
Organizing museum events
C
Conducting archaeological excavations
D
Planning museum exhibitions
Question 136Single Answer
Which organization works globally for museum development and sets ethical guidelines for museums?
A
ICOM
B
ASI
C
ICCROM
D
INTACH
Question 137Single Answer
Which type of museum is dedicated to the history of human conflicts and military artifacts?
A
Natural History Museum
B
Art Museum
C
War Museum
D
Eco Museum
Question 138Single Answer
Which museum specializes in the collection and exhibition of prehistoric artifacts?
A
Science Museum
B
Archaeological Museum
C
Military Museum
D
Children’s Museum
Question 139Single Answer
Which of the following is the main goal of New Museology?
A
Emphasizing object-centered approaches
B
Promoting community involvement in museum activities
C
Increasing ticket sales
D
Enhancing museum security
Question 140Single Answer
Which term refers to the practical techniques of museum management and exhibition?
A
Museology
B
Museography
C
Conservation Science
D
Archaeometry
Question 141Single Answer
The primary difference between museology and museography is that:
A
Museology is theoretical, while museography is practical
B
Museography is theoretical, while museology is practical
C
Both are the same
D
Museology is limited to archaeology
Question 142Single Answer
What does meta-museology primarily focus on?
A
The philosophy and future of museum studies
B
The history of museum collections
C
Conservation techniques
D
Organizing museum visits
Question 143Single Answer
Which of the following is a major concern in New Museology?
A
Digital transformation of museums
B
Economic profitability of museums
C
Exclusive elite patronage
D
Private ownership of artifacts
Question 144Single Answer
Which document provides ethical guidelines for museums?
A
UNESCO World Heritage List
B
ICOM Code of Ethics for Museums
C
Ancient Monuments Protection Act
D
The Hague Convention
Question 145Single Answer
According to ICOM, museums should not:
A
Promote cultural education
B
Sell original artifacts from their collections
C
Conduct research on their collections
D
Provide access to heritage resources
Question 146Single Answer
Which of the following is not a challenge faced by modern museums?
A
Digitalization of collections
B
Increasing visitor engagement
C
Sustainable funding sources
D
Eliminating community participation
Question 147Single Answer
Repatriation in the museum context refers to:
A
Returning stolen or looted cultural artifacts to their country of origin
B
Selling duplicate artifacts
C
Constructing new museum buildings
D
Digitizing museum collections
Question 148Single Answer
Which of the following is not a museum-related law or convention?
A
The Hague Convention (1954)
B
UNESCO 1970 Convention on Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property
C
Geneva Convention
D
The Antiquities Act
Question 149Single Answer
Which emerging trend focuses on the role of museums in promoting social justice and activism?
A
Traditional Museology
B
Critical Museology
C
Archaeological Museology
D
Art Museology
Question 150Single Answer
Which of the following is an example of a participatory museum?
A
A museum where visitors can contribute their own artifacts and stories
