MCQs 2026

The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is observed annually on April 24. It was established by the UN General Assembly to reaffirm the UN Charter and its principles for resolving disputes among nations through peaceful means.

The Eastern Ganga Dynasty, notably under King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva, was responsible for the construction of the Jagannath Temple and many other 12th-century structures in Odisha.

The temples of Odisha, including those from the 12th century, follow the Kalinga style of architecture, characterized by Rekha Deula and Pidha Deula structures.

Remnants of a 12th-century temple complex were unearthed during the heritage corridor project (Abadha Scheme) near the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri.

Intangible heritage includes oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, and rituals, which are a major focus of digital documentation projects.

Advanced technologies like 3D scanning are used to create precise digital records of artifacts, which helps in research and restoration if the original art is lost.

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is the premier agency involved in the digital documentation of India's diverse and endangered tribal folk arts to ensure their long-term preservation.

INS Trikand is a Talwar-class guided-missile frigate of the Indian Navy. It is the third and final ship of the second batch of Talwar-class frigates.

Exercise Cutlass Express is sponsored by the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and led by U.S. Naval Forces Africa (NAVAF) to promote maritime security in East Africa and the Western Indian Ocean.

INS Trikand participated in the multinational exercise Cutlass Express 2024 (CE 24) held at Port Victoria, Seychelles from February 26 to March 08, 2024.