MCQs - 2026-05

Numerous Buddhist sites in Vidarbha, including stupas, chaityas, and viharas, indicate that Buddhism was a prominent religion in the region and received significant patronage during ancient times.

Discoveries of Roman coins, amphorae fragments, and rouletted pottery in Vidarbha sites suggest extensive trade networks connecting the region with the Roman Empire during the Satavahana era.

Several recent excavations in Vidarbha, particularly at sites like Paunar and Adam, have yielded significant artifacts and structures dating back to the Satavahana period (circa 3rd century BCE to 3rd century CE).

Carnatic music is a classical music tradition, whereas Madhubani, Kathakali, and Warli are considered folk or traditional art forms that are often targeted for preservation.

The initiative focuses on documenting endangered folk art forms, including their techniques, history, and the artists who practice them, to ensure their survival.

The Sangeet Natak Akademi launched the 'Digital Pedia of Endangered Folk Arts' initiative to document and preserve India's vanishing folk art forms.

Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian athlete to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships.

The World Athletics Championships 2023 were held in Budapest, Hungary.

Neeraj Chopra secured the gold medal with a throw of 88.17 meters in his second attempt at the World Athletics Championships 2023.

The Indian Men's Hockey team won gold at the Asian Games in 2010 (Guangzhou) before their 2023 victory, making it a 13-year gap.