MCQs 2026

The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed on August 9 each year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's indigenous population.

Excavations at megalithic sites can reveal crucial information about the agricultural techniques used, the social stratification evident in burial goods and monument types, and evidence of trade through artifact analysis.

Megalithic burials are typically identified by the use of large stones, such as stone circles, dolmens, and menhirs, erected as monuments over graves.

Megalithic sites, characterized by large stone structures, are primarily associated with the Iron Age in India, providing insights into burial practices and societal structures of that era.

The project intends to create a comprehensive digital repository of India's cultural heritage, making it accessible to both scholars and researchers for academic purposes, as well as the general public worldwide for educational and cultural enrichment.

The Ministry of Culture is the nodal ministry for the 'Virasat-e-Bharat' Digital Archive Project, overseeing its implementation and the preservation of India's rich cultural heritage.

The 'Virasat-e-Bharat' Digital Archive Project, launched in 2026, is a comprehensive initiative to digitize and preserve a wide range of India's cultural heritage, including ancient manuscripts, contemporary arts, and oral traditions.

The Swimming Federation of India (SFI) is the apex body responsible for the promotion, control, and administration of aquatic sports in India.

Sajan Prakash became the first Indian swimmer to achieve the Olympic 'A' qualification standard for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (held in 2021) in the 200m butterfly event.

As of current records, Srihari Nataraj holds the national record in the men's 100m Freestyle with a time of 49.63 seconds, set in 2021.