Airbnb & Ministry of Tourism signed MoU

Current Context: Airbnb signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, to promote India as a most sought-after high potential tourism destination and shine a spotlight on its rich cultural heritage.

• The MoU was signed on June 19, 2023 in the presence of Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Union Tourism Minister, Government of India, Ms. V. Vidyavathi, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Shri Rakesh Kumar Verma, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, and Amanpreet Bajaj, General Manager, Airbnb India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
• The MoU aims to underscore the cultural significance of India’s heritage properties and encourage travellers to embark on immersive journeys through the country’s diverse heritage.
• One of the key elements of the MoU is the launch of the exclusive ‘Soul of India’ microsite that showcases an array of heritage stays across the country.

Question:

Q.1 When did Airbnb sign the MoU with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India?
a. June 20, 2023
b. June 19, 2023
c. June 21, 2023
d. June 22, 2023