Which of the following is correct regarding the role of Public Information Officers (PIOs) under the RTI Act? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is correct regarding the role of Public Information Officers (PIOs) under the RTI Act?

A. PIOs are appointed only at the central government level

B. Every public authority under the RTI Act is required to appoint PIOs

C. PIOs are not required to respond to RTI applications

D. PIOs are appointed by the President

Answer: Option B

Every public authority under the RTI Act is required to appoint Public Information Officers (PIOs) to handle RTI applications.

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Question #1 Report Error

The e-SafeHER Cyber Security Awareness Programme was launched by which organisation?

A. National Commission for Women (NCW)

B. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

C. Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Hyderabad

D. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
e-SafeHER was launched by C-DAC, Hyderabad.

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Question #2 Report Error

How many Padma Awards were announced for the year 2026?

A. 131

B. 101

C. 141

D. 121

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The government announced 131 Padma awards for 2026.[reference:72]

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Question #3 Report Error

Vikram-1 is designed to carry payloads of up to how much weight to Low Earth Orbit?

A. 150 kg

B. 500 kg

C. 350 kg

D. 250 kg

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Vikram-1 is designed to carry small satellites weighing up to 350 kg to Low Earth Orbit.

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