1. Which global event observed on 23 April promotes reading and publishing worldwide?
A. World Literacy Day
B. World Book Day
C. Education Day
D. Knowledge Day
Ans: B
Exp: World Book and Copyright Day is observed on 23 April to promote reading, publishing, and copyright awareness.
2. World Book and Copyright Day is associated with which organization?
A. WHO
B. UNESCO
C. IMF
D. WTO
Ans: B
Exp: UNESCO promotes reading culture and intellectual property rights globally.
3. 23 April is linked to the birth/death anniversary of which famous writer?
A. Charles Dickens
B. William Shakespeare
C. Leo Tolstoy
D. Mark Twain
Ans: B
Exp: William Shakespeare is associated with this date.
4. Which term refers to legal protection given to creators for their works?
A. Patent
B. Trademark
C. Copyright
D. License
Ans: C
Exp: Copyright protects literary and artistic works.
5. Which sector is directly promoted through World Book Day initiatives?
A. Agriculture
B. Publishing industry
C. Defence
D. Tourism
Ans: B
Exp: It supports authors, publishers, and reading culture.
6. Which Indian initiative promotes digital access to books and education?
A. Digital India
B. PM eVIDYA
C. Startup India
D. Skill India
Ans: B
Exp: PM eVIDYA enhances digital learning resources.
7. Which platform is widely used in India for digital academic content?
A. Amazon
B. SWAYAM
C. Flipkart
D. Meesho
Ans: B
Exp: SWAYAM offers free online courses.
8. Which Indian city is emerging as a major hub for publishing and literature festivals?
A. Jaipur
B. Patna
C. Indore
D. Ranchi
Ans: A
Exp: Jaipur hosts major literary events like Jaipur Literature Festival.
9. Which concept is promoted to ensure fair use of digital content?
A. Cyber security
B. Intellectual Property Rights
C. Digital payment
D. Data privacy
Ans: B
Exp: IPR ensures creators’ rights protection.
10. Which Indian ministry handles education and literacy initiatives?
A. Ministry of Culture
B. Ministry of Education
C. Ministry of IT
D. Ministry of Finance
Ans: B
Exp: It oversees education policies and literacy programs.
11. Which global trend is rising due to World Book Day awareness?
A. E-commerce growth
B. E-books and digital reading
C. Space tourism
D. Cryptocurrency
Ans: B
Exp: Digital reading platforms are expanding rapidly.
12. Which Indian program promotes reading habits among school children?
A. Samagra Shiksha
B. Make in India
C. Ayushman Bharat
D. PMJDY
Ans: A
Exp: Samagra Shiksha supports holistic education.
13. Which organization manages global copyright standards?
A. WTO
B. WIPO
C. IMF
D. WHO
Ans: B
Exp: World Intellectual Property Organization oversees global IP rights.
14. Which sector benefits most from copyright laws?
A. Manufacturing
B. Creative industry
C. Agriculture
D. Transport
Ans: B
Exp: Authors, artists, and creators are protected.
15. Which digital initiative provides free textbooks in India?
A. ePathshala
B. BHIM
C. DigiLocker
D. UMANG
Ans: A
Exp: ePathshala offers NCERT books digitally.
16. Which Indian state is known for promoting literature festivals actively?
A. Rajasthan
B. Bihar
C. Odisha
D. Jharkhand
Ans: A
Exp: Rajasthan hosts major literary events.
17. Which format is gaining popularity in modern reading habits?
A. Handwritten notes
B. Audiobooks
C. Printed newspapers only
D. Magazines only
Ans: B
Exp: Audiobooks are increasingly popular globally.
18. Which global movement encourages reading among youth?
A. Read India
B. World Book Campaign
C. Digital Learning Mission
D. Knowledge Drive
Ans: B
Exp: Global campaigns promote reading habits.
19. Which Indian initiative integrates technology into education?
A. Digital India
B. Green India
C. Swachh Bharat
D. Make in India
Ans: A
Exp: Digital India supports e-learning platforms.
20. What is the primary objective of World Book Day 2026?
A. Promote trade
B. Encourage reading & protect authors
C. Increase exports
D. Boost tourism
Ans: B
Exp: Focus is on reading culture and copyright protection.
