Forts of India and NTAC Meeting 2009

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What primary issue was addressed in the NTAC meeting held on 12 March 2009?

  • Promoting traditional festivals
  • Fostering historical monuments
  • Reducing the approval time for charter flights (correct)
  • Improving transportation infrastructure

Which term is derived from the Latin word meaning 'strong' or 'mighty'?

  • Fort (correct)
  • Temple
  • Palace
  • Civic

What is a common architectural feature found in many forts of India?

  • Rounded bastions (correct)
  • Gothic arches
  • Circular domes
  • Straight walls

Which of the following forts is located in Maharashtra?

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Which of the following statements regarding the British conquests and forts in India is true?

<p>Many forts were never attacked. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the topics discussed in the NTAC meeting held in March 2009?

<p>Promotion of ecotourism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a notable characteristic of the forts in India?

<p>Often include elements like temples and gardens (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common architectural element found in some forts of India?

<p>Oval shape with rounded bastions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which historical period saw significant fort construction in India related to the Nizam Shahi dynasty?

<p>17th Century (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Latin word 'Fortis', from which forts derive their name, signify?

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Flashcards

NTAC Meeting (2009)

A meeting of the National Tourism Advisory Council held in December 2009.

Arrival (NTAC)

Reducing time taken for charter flight approvals, discussed at the 2009 NTAC meeting.

Ecotourism Promotion

Encouraging environmentally friendly tourism, discussed at the 2009 NTAC meeting.

Tourism Statistics

Gathering and producing reliable records on tourism activity, discussed at the 2009 NTAC meeting.

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Forts of India

Historic fortifications in India known for their architecture and significance.

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Fortis (Latin)

Latin word meaning strong, mighty, or brave, related to forts.

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Fort Features

Architectural features of forts, including gateways, places, temples/mosques/gardens (examples).

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Murad Jangira Fort

Example of a fort in Maharashtra (India).

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17th Century Forts

Important forts connected to the Nizam Shahi dynasty (Ahmadnagar), India, dating back to the 17th century.

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Fort Conquests

Some forts of India were not conquered by the British.

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NTAC Meeting (2009)

2009 meeting of National Tourism Advisory Council discussing tourism issues.

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Charter Flight Time

Shorter times to approve charter flights for travel.

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Ecotourism Promotion

Encouraging environmentally responsible tourism.

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Tourism Safety/Security

Ensuring safety measures to protect tourists

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Reliable Tourism Stats

Precise tourism data collection.

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Forts of India

Historic fortifications with specific architecture.

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Fortis (Latin)

Latin for strong/mighty/valorous, relates to forts.

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Fort Features

Gateways, places, temples/mosques/gardens, common in forts.

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Study Notes

NTAC Meeting - 2009

  • NTAC (Advisory Council) meeting held March 12, 2009
  • Issues discussed: visas, arrival, rural tourism promotion, ecotourism, safety, and security of tourists
  • Aim: reduce time to get approval for charter flights, promote ecotourism, and generate reliable tourist data

Forts of India

  • Fortis (Latin) meaning: strong, mighty, or brave
  • Features: architecture, painting, language, and literature of different forts
  • Structure: gateways, features in fort, examples include temples, mosques, gardens
  • Historical context: Mughal/British influence
  • Notable Forts: examples include Murad Jangira Fort (Maharashtra), (Malik Amber, information obscured)
  • Shape: oval, 26 rounded bastions

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