Question

Examine the following statements related to the administration and key projects of Kerala Tourism:

I. Kerala, being the first state to declare tourism an industry, has its tourism growth evidenced by community-based responsible tourism initiatives, a focus also highlighted by the 14th Five Year Plan.

II. The Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) is headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram, and its founding in 1966 makes it older than the official recognition of tourism as an industry (1986).

III. The Vasantholsavam program is a key part of the 14th Five Year Plan's thrust on skill development and promotion of responsible tourism.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. I and II only
• B. II and III only
• C. I only
• D. I, II, and III

Answer 1

Answer:

A. I and II only

• Statement I is CORRECT. Kerala pioneered tourism as an industry, and its growth is credited to responsible tourism and 14th Five Year Plan goals.

• Statement II is CORRECT. KTDC started in 1966 in Thiruvananthapuram, which was before tourism was declared an industry in 1986.

• Statement III is INCORRECT. Vasantholsavam is a program for the Loka Kerala Sabha conference, not a specific 14th Five Year Plan thrust area like 'Destination development' or 'skill development'.