MCQs - 2026-06

The Namo Drone Didi scheme aims to empower women, particularly in rural areas, by training them to operate drones for various agricultural applications like spraying pesticides and fertilizers.

PM-Vikas is an enhanced and rebranded version of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), with a specific focus on traditional crafts and artisans.

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is the nodal ministry responsible for the PM-Vikas scheme, focusing on skill development across various sectors.

PM-Vikas aims to empower traditional artisans and craftspeople by providing them with modern skills, design intervention, and market access, thereby improving their livelihoods.

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the International Day of Cooperatives in 1995, marking the centenary of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA).

The theme for the International Day of Cooperatives 2024 is "Cooperatives: Partners for a better world". This theme highlights the role of cooperatives in addressing global challenges and building a more sustainable future.

The International Day of Cooperatives is observed annually on the first Saturday of July. In 2024, it falls on July 6th.

Megalithic structures are characterized by the use of large stones, often used to construct monuments, particularly burial sites, during the Iron Age and Chalcolithic periods in regions like Vidarbha.

Mansar is a well-known archaeological site in Vidarbha, famous for its extensive remains from the Vakataka dynasty, including temples and residential complexes.

Pauni is a significant Buddhist site in Vidarbha, known for its stupas and other Buddhist relics dating back to the Satavahana period.