15-Foot Vajpayee Statue Unveiled in Amaravati on Good Governance Day
A 15-foot bronze statue of Atal Bihari Vajpayee unveiled in Amaravati on Good Governance Day.
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A 15-foot bronze statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was unveiled in Venkatapalem, Amaravati, on his 101st birth anniversary, which is celebrated as Good Governance Day. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu participated in the event.
A special commemorative postal stamp on Vajpayee was also released. The site will be developed as Atal Bihari Vajpayee Smriti Vanam. This event highlights Vajpayee's vision for inclusive development and strong infrastructure, aligning with the principles of good governance.
मुख्य तथ्य
15-foot bronze statue of Vajpayee unveiled
Location: Venkatapalem, Amaravati
Occasion: Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary (Good Governance Day)
Commemorative postal stamp released
Site to be developed as Smriti Vanam
UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Significance and principles of 'Good Governance Day'.
Major policy initiatives and achievements of Atal Bihari Vajpayee's government (e.g., infrastructure projects, social schemes, foreign policy).
Constitutional and administrative aspects related to state capitals and state reorganization.
Role of commemorative stamps and memorials in national remembrance.
Interplay between political leadership, policy formulation, and national development.
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Vajpayee Statue Unveiling: Amaravati & Good Governance Day Context
This map pinpoints the location of the newly unveiled 15-foot bronze statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Venkatapalem, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, on December 25th, 2025. It also highlights New Delhi as the origin point for the 'Good Governance Day' observance, which commemorates Vajpayee's birth anniversary.
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A 15-foot bronze statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was recently unveiled in Venkatapalem, Amaravati, on his 101st birth anniversary, coinciding with Good Governance Day. The event, attended by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N.
Chandrababu Naidu, also saw the release of a special commemorative postal stamp. The site is slated for development as 'Atal Bihari Vajpayee Smriti Vanam', highlighting a continued national effort to honor his legacy and promote the principles of good governance he championed, particularly inclusive development and strong infrastructure.
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding 'Good Governance Day' and Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure: 1. Good Governance Day is celebrated annually on December 25th to commemorate the birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee. 2. During his premiership, the 'Golden Quadrilateral' project for highway development was launched. 3. The 'Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan' for universalizing elementary education was initiated during his tenure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1 is correct: Good Governance Day is celebrated on December 25th, Vajpayee's birth anniversary, since 2014. Statement 2 is correct: The Golden Quadrilateral project, connecting major industrial, agricultural, and cultural centres of India, was a flagship initiative of the Vajpayee government. Statement 3 is correct: Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, a comprehensive program for universalizing elementary education, was launched in 2001 during his premiership. All three statements are correct.
2. In the context of 'Good Governance', which of the following principles are generally considered essential? 1. Transparency and Accountability 2. Rule of Law and Equity 3. Responsiveness and Effectiveness 4. Consensus Orientation and Participation Select the correct answer using the code given below:
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
All the listed principles are widely recognized as essential components of good governance. Transparency ensures openness in government functioning, while accountability holds public officials responsible. Rule of Law ensures fair and impartial legal frameworks, and equity ensures fairness and inclusion. Responsiveness means timely service delivery, and effectiveness implies achieving desired outcomes. Consensus orientation and participation ensure that diverse viewpoints are considered and citizens are involved in decision-making. These principles are often highlighted by international bodies like the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
3. Which of the following statements about Amaravati, in the context of India's state reorganization, is NOT correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: C
Statement A is correct: Amaravati was chosen as the new capital for Andhra Pradesh after the state's bifurcation. Statement B is correct: The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, mandated the formation of a new capital for Andhra Pradesh. Statement C is NOT correct: Hyderabad was designated as the joint capital for both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh for a period not exceeding ten years (until 2024), after which it would exclusively be the capital of Telangana. Statement D is correct: The development of 'Smriti Vanams' or memorials for national leaders is indeed a relatively recent trend in urban planning, aiming to create green spaces with commemorative significance.
4. Consider the following pairs related to major initiatives during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Prime Ministership: 1. Pokhran-II: Nuclear tests conducted in 1998 2. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY): Rural road connectivity program 3. Lahore Bus Diplomacy: Initiative to improve relations with Pakistan How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: C
Pair 1 is correctly matched: Pokhran-II, a series of five nuclear tests, was conducted in May 1998 under the Vajpayee government, making India a declared nuclear weapon state. Pair 2 is correctly matched: The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), aimed at providing all-weather road connectivity to unconnected habitations, was launched in 2000. Pair 3 is correctly matched: The Lahore Bus Diplomacy, where Vajpayee traveled to Lahore by bus in February 1999, was a significant peace initiative aimed at de-escalating tensions and fostering dialogue with Pakistan. All three pairs are correctly matched.