Hospitality and Eco-Tourism Quiz

Hospitality Industry Organizations

• FHRAI (Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India) protects the interests and welfare of the hospitality industry.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association) primarily focuses on the airline industry.
• IATO (Indian Association of Tour Operators) represents tour operators in India.
• UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization) promotes responsible, sustainable tourism globally.

Gir National Park

• Located in Gujarat, India, it is home to the Asiatic lion.
• Notable for biodiversity and grasslands.

Eco-Tourism in India

• First eco-tourism place: Periyar National Park.
• Concept emerged in the 1980s; known for sustainable practices.

Jim Corbett National Park

• Renowned for the Bengal tiger, attracting wildlife enthusiasts.
• First national park in India, established in 1936.

National Parks in Uttarakhand

• Total of 6 national parks including Jim Corbett and Nanda Devi.
• Important for preserving biodiversity and ecosystems.

TC1 Continents

• Includes Asia, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, Africa, and Australia.

Thenmala

• Situated in Kerala, known for eco-tourism initiatives.

Definition and Goals of Eco-Tourism

• Defined as responsible tourism that conserves the environment and improves local well-being.
• Primary goal: to sustain local economies while preserving natural habitats.

Benefits of Eco-Tourism

• Provides economic benefits for local communities while reducing pollution and habitat destruction.
• Disrespects local culture and worsens environmental impact are against eco-tourism principles.

Key Principles and Activities

• Focus on minimizing environmental and cultural impact.
• Closely related to sustainable tourism and promotes wildlife watching as an eco-activity.

Tourism Day 2024

• Theme: "Sustainable Journeys, Timeless Memories."
• Indonesia is the host country for this event.

G20 Summit 2024

• Hosted by India, highlighting its role in international collaboration.

Human Resources

• Considered a vital resource for organizations, more critical than financial or electronic resources.
• HRD stands for Human Resource Development.

Advertising Goals

• Aims to promote products or services, increase sales, and gain consumer trust.

Father of Human Resource Management

• F.W. Taylor is recognized as the father of the discipline.

Sustainable Tourism

• Defined as tourism that benefits the environment and local communities without causing harm.

Eco-Tourism Activities

• Associated activities include wildlife safaris and responsible travel, unlike resort skiing or shopping.

Focus of Eco-Tourism

• Emphasizes conservation and responsible travel practices rather than entertainment or nightlife.

International Year of Eco-Tourism

• Recognized in 2002 for promoting eco-friendly tourism practices globally.

Planned Eco-Tourism in India

• Thenmala is noted as the first planned eco-tourism destination.

Unique Eco-Systems

• The Galapagos Islands are considered one of the most unique ecosystems in the world.

Birthplace of Eco-Tourism

• Nagaland is recognized as the birthplace of eco-tourism in India.