Asia-pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development
2022 SEP 22
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Why in news?
- India’s Presidency of the prestigious Asia-pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development (AIBD) has been extended for one more year.
About Asia-pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development (AIBD):
- It was established in 1977 under the auspices of UNESCO.
- It is a regional intergovernmental organization servicing countries of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN-ESCAP) in the field of electronic media
Objectives:
- Achieve a vibrant and cohesive electronic media environment in the Asia-Pacific region through policy and resource development.
Members:
- The AIBD currently has 26 countries as full members represented by 43 organizations, and 52 affiliate members.
PRACTICE QUESTION:
Consider the following statements regarding Asia-pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development (AIBD)
1. Asia-pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development (AIBD) was established under the auspices of UNESCO
2. India is a full-time member of Asia-pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development (AIBD)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer