1. What is the primary purpose of Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) in India?
a. Issuing Driving Licenses
b. Providing Visa Services
c. Passport Issuance and related services
d. Birth Certificate Registration
Answer: c. Passport Issuance and related services
2. Which government agency is responsible for the functioning of Passport Seva Kendra in India?
a. Ministry of External Affairs
b. Ministry of Home Affairs
c. Ministry of Finance
d. Ministry of Transportation
Answer: a. Ministry of External Affairs
3. What is the purpose of the Passport Seva Project in India?
a. Enhancing Railway Services
b. Streamlining Passport Services
c. Managing National Parks
d. Promoting Cultural Events
Answer: b. Streamlining Passport Services
4. Which of the following documents is typically required for applying for a passport at Passport Seva Kendra?
a. School ID Card
b. Pan Card
c. Aadhaar Card
d. Library Membership Card
Answer: c. Aadhaar Card
5. What is the normal processing time for a regular passport application in India?
a. 1 day
b. 1 week
c. 1 month
d. 3 months
Answer: c. 1 month
6. What is the Tatkaal service offered by Passport Seva Kendra?
a. Expedited Passport Service
b. Travel Insurance
c. Visa Consultation
d. Foreign Exchange Services
Answer: a. Expedited Passport Service
7. Which online portal is commonly used for passport applications in India?
a. PassportOnline.in
b. BharatPassport.gov
c. PassportSevaOnline
d. IndiaPassportPortal
Answer: c. PassportSevaOnline
8. In which year was the first Passport Seva Kendra inaugurated in India?
a. 2005
b. 2009
c. 2012
d. 2015
Answer: b. 2009
9. What is the purpose of the Police Verification process in the passport application procedure?
a. Confirming the applicant’s criminal record
b. Verifying the applicant’s address and identity
c. Checking the applicant’s employment history
d. Assessing the applicant’s financial status
Answer: b. Verifying the applicant’s address and identity
10. Which of the following is a valid reason for reissuing a passport at Passport Seva Kendra?
a. Change of Mobile Number
b. Change of Address
c. Change of Hair Color
d. Change of Favorite Color
Answer: b. Change of Address
11. What is the validity period of a standard Indian passport for adults?
a. 5 years
b. 8 years
c. 10 years
d. 15 years
Answer: c. 10 years
12. Which type of passport is issued to individuals who travel frequently due to professional reasons?
a. Regular Passport
b. Diplomatic Passport
c. Official Passport
d. Tatkaal Passport
Answer: c. Official Passport
13. What is the primary purpose of the Passport Seva Kendra Appointment System?
a. Booking Flight Tickets
b. Managing Visa Applications
c. Scheduling Passport Application Appointments
d. Hotel Reservation
Answer: c. Scheduling Passport Application Appointments
14. In the context of passports, what does the term “ECR” stand for?
a. External Citizenship Requirement
b. Emigration Check Required
c. Expedited Credential Renewal
d. Entry Clearance Regulation
Answer: b. Emigration Check Required
15. Which of the following is not a valid mode of payment for passport application fees at Passport Seva Kendra?
a. Credit Card
b. Debit Card
c. Cash
d. Cheque
Answer: c. Cash
16. What is the role of Passport Seva Laghu Kendra (PSLK) in the passport issuance process?
a. Processing Visa Applications
b. Handling Diplomatic Passport Issuance
c. Providing Expedited Passport Services
d. Assisting in Rural Passport Services
Answer: d. Assisting in Rural Passport Services
17. Which section of the Indian Passport Act allows for the revocation of passports in certain circumstances?
a. Section 5
b. Section 10
c. Section 12
d. Section 20
Answer: b. Section 10
18. What is the purpose of the Passport Seva Kendra grievance redressal system?
a. Resolving Complaints and Issues
b. Issuing Emergency Passports
c. Providing Travel Insurance
d. Conducting Passport Workshops
Answer: a. Resolving Complaints and Issues
19. Which of the following is a valid proof of date of birth for a passport application?
a. Driving License
b. Bonafide Certificate from School
c. PAN Card
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above
20. What is the Passport Seva Kendra’s role in the Passport Seva Project’s vision?
a. Enhancing National Security
b. Facilitating International Tourism
c. Making Passport Services Accessible and Efficient
d. Promoting Cultural Exchange
Answer: c. Making Passport Services Accessible and Efficient