15 Multiple Choice Questions on the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention 2025

The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention held from January 8-10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, was a significant event aimed at strengthening ties between India and its diaspora. Here are 15 multiple choice questions (MCQs) related to this convention, along with their answers.

MCQs

1. Where was the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention held?
• A) New Delhi
• B) Mumbai
• C) Bhubaneswar
• D) Kolkata
  Answer: C) Bhubaneswar 

2. What was the theme of the 18th PBD Convention?
• A) Diaspora: Reliable Partners for India's Progress
• B) Indian Diaspora: Driving Development for a Prosperous India
• C) Diaspora's Contribution to a Viksit Bharat
• D) Connecting India with its Diaspora
  Answer: C) Diaspora's Contribution to a Viksit Bharat 

3. Who inaugurated the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention?
• A) President of India
• B) Chief Minister of Odisha
• C) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
• D) External Affairs Minister
  Answer: C) Prime Minister Narendra Modi 

4. Which notable figure addressed the convention as the Chief Guest?
• A) Dr. Dev Pragad
• B) Christine Carla Kangaloo
• C) Dr. S. Jaishankar
• D) Shri Mohan Charan Majhi
  Answer: B) Christine Carla Kangaloo 
5. What special initiative was launched during the convention for the Indian diaspora?
• A) Pravasi Bharatiya Express
• B) Viksit Bharat Campaign
• C) Digitalization of Historical Documents
• D) Chalo India Tourism Campaign
  Answer: A) Pravasi Bharatiya Express 

6. On which date is Pravasi Bharatiya Divas officially celebrated each year?
• A) January 1
• B) January 8
• C) January 9
• D) January 10
  Answer: C) January 9 

7. What was a key focus of the Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas held on January 8, 2025?
• A) Business Opportunities in Odisha
• B) Diaspora Youth Leadership in a Globalized World
• C) Cultural Performances from Odisha
• D) Historical Maritime Connections
  Answer: B) Diaspora Youth Leadership in a Globalized World 
8. Which minister chaired the first plenary session titled "Beyond Barriers"?
• A) Dr. Dev Pragad
• B) Dr. S. Jaishankar
• C) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
• D) Shri Mohan Charan Majhi
  Answer: C) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya 

9. What cultural aspect was highlighted during the convention?
• A) Indian Cuisine
• B) Art Forms from Odisha
• C) Bollywood Films
• D) Traditional Music
  Answer: B) Art Forms from Odisha 

10. How many countries were represented by delegates at PBD 2025?
• A) Over 50 countries
• B) Over 75 countries
• C) Over 100 countries
• D) Over 25 countries
  Answer: B) Over 75 countries 
11. What does "Purvodaya" refer to in the context of PBD 2025?
• A) Focus on Western India
• B) Reviving Eastern India's Heritage
• C) Economic Growth in Northern India
• D) Cultural Exchange with Africa
  Answer: B) Reviving Eastern India's Heritage 
12. Which initiative encourages diaspora members to travel within India?
• A) Digital India Campaign
• B) Chalo India Tourism Campaign
• C) Incredible India Initiative
• D) Bharat Ko Janiye Quiz
  Answer: B) Chalo India Tourism Campaign 

13. What is one of the primary objectives of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas?
• A) To promote tourism in India
• B) To strengthen ties between India and its overseas community
• C) To celebrate Indian festivals abroad
• D) To organize cultural events in foreign countries
  Answer: B) To strengthen ties between India and its overseas community 

14. Which significant exhibition was inaugurated during PBD 2025?
• A) Art and Culture of Odisha
• B) Vishwaroop Ram
• C) History of Indian Independence
• D) Innovations in Technology
  Answer: B) Vishwaroop Ram 

15. What is the significance of January 9 in relation to PBD?
• A) It marks India's Independence Day.
• B) It commemorates Mahatma Gandhi's return to India from South Africa.
• C) It celebrates Indian Republic Day.
• D) It is observed as International Yoga Day.
  Answer: B) It commemorates Mahatma Gandhi's return to India from South Africa