MCQs - 2026-05

The expanded scheme aims to encourage rooftop solar installations in households and offers up to 300 units of free electricity monthly to eligible beneficiaries.

May 29 was chosen because it is the date in 1948 when the first UN peacekeeping mission, the UN Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO), began operations in Palestine.

The primary purpose is to honour the memory of the UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the cause of peace and to pay tribute to all men and women who have served and continue to serve in UN peacekeeping operations for their high level of professionalism, dedication, and courage.

The International Day of UN Peacekeepers is observed annually on May 29 to pay tribute to the uniformed and civilian personnel's invaluable contribution to the work of the Organization and to honour more than 4,200 peacekeepers who have lost their lives serving under the UN flag since 1948.

Rani (Queen) Udayamati commissioned the construction of Rani ki Vav in the 11th century, in memory of her husband, King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty.

Rani ki Vav is a magnificent example of a stepwell, an ancient form of water harvesting and storage system, known for its intricate sculptures.

Rani ki Vav, a stepwell, is located in Patan, Gujarat.

The National Museum, New Delhi, is an institution under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.

Digitization helps in the long-term preservation of fragile artifacts and manuscripts, makes them globally accessible for research and education, and protects them from environmental damage or loss.

The National Museum of India is located in New Delhi, the capital city.