UPSC General Studies Sample Paper General Studies Sample Paper-7

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    With reference to Sangeet Natak Academy, consider the following statements.           
    1. The Academy functions as the apex body of the music in the country and aims towards promoting propagating music of India.                                                         
    2. The National School of Drama was set up by the Sangeet Natak Academy.                   
    Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?                                   

    A)  Only 1             

    B)  Only 2            

    C)  Both 1 and 2                

    D)  Neither1nor 2 

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    [b] It was set up by the Indian education ministry on 31st May, 1952 and became functional the following year, with the oppointment of its first chairman, Dr PV Rajamannar. The Academy functions as the Apex body of the performing arts in the country to preserve and promote the vast cultural heritage of India expressed in music, dance and drama. It also works with governments and art academies in States and Territories of the country.


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