History CH 9 - Heritage Management — Social Studies STD 10 — Question

It is essential to study the history of technology.

Radio: ‘Indian Broadcasting Company’ (IBC), a private radio company was the first one to broadcast daily programmes. Later the same company was taken over by the British Government and named as, ‘Indian State Broadcasting Service (ISBS). On 8th June 1936 it was renamed, as ‘All India Radio (AIR)’.

After Independence, AIR became an integral part of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (India). Initially, it broadcasted Governmental programmes and schemes. It was named as ‘Akashvani’ on the suggestion of the famous poet Pandit Narendra Sharma. Akashvani broadcasts various entertainment, awareness creating and literary programmes. It also broadcasts special programmes for farmers, workers, the youth and women. The ‘Vividh Bharati’ programmes are broadcasted in 24 regional languages as well as 146 dialects of Indian languages. Lately, various new channels like ‘Radio Mirchi’ are providing radio services.

What was the new name of IBC?

Explain the following with its reason.
Bakhar is an important type of historical documents.

It is necessary to preserve and conserve our natural and cultural heritage.

Writing of the regional history received a momentum.

Television is the most popular medium.

Foucault called his method, 'the archaeology of knowledge'.

Major Dhyan Chand is known as the 'Wizard of Hockey'.

An expert with deep understanding of art history is required in the art market.

Only trained persons, who are duly qualified can take up the tasks involved in the work of conservation and preservation.