Question 17336 – NTA UGC NET Dec 2023 Paper-1
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March 22, 2024Question 17337 – NTA UGC NET Dec 2023 Paper-1
Comprehension:
Read the following passage and answer the questions that followed:
Bharat, the country of historical values and sentiments overflowing with cultures and religions, changes with every mile, but is still known for preserving its rich cultural heritage. Moving towards global tourism, the ministry of ports, shipping and waterways recently created an experience for people that brought forth the historical, cultural and religious significance of our rivers. In January and February, the global tourism and cruise sector was abuzz with the news of the world’s longest river cruise MV Ganga Vilas. The cruise covered nearly 32,000 Km over 51 days, crossing 27 rivers systems across five states and two countries, via the Ganga-Brahmaputra river system. Starting from the heart of Uttar pradesh in Varanasi to Dibrugarh in Assam, it had several stops and visits to nearly 50 locations The Act East Policy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the focus on developing the national waterways made this historic voyage a reality. It was also a true demonstration of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self reliant India) with a domestically manufactured vessel, a fully Indian crew, Indian decor, Indian cuisine. Indian art and craft, and products being showcased. The vessel with a zero-discharge policy also used the Indian Oil Corporation manufactured green fuel with the Dolphin Deterrent Device.
Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): MV Ganga Vilas is an environment friendly vessel.
Statement (II): MV Ganga Vilas is not indigenously manufactured vessel.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Correct Answer: C
Statement (II): MV Ganga Vilas is not an indigenously manufactured vessel. This is incorrect according to the passage, which states that it is a demonstration of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) with a domestically manufactured vessel.