MCQs 2026

World Photography Day is celebrated on August 19 every year to inspire photographers across the planet to share a single photo with a purpose.

The day aims to recognize the sacrifices made by humanitarian workers and to raise awareness about the challenges they face in conflict zones.

The day commemorates the August 19, 2003, attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq, which killed 22 people, including the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Sergio Vieira de Mello.

World Humanitarian Day is observed on August 19 every year to pay tribute to humanitarian workers killed and injured in the course of their work.

Mohiniyattam is a graceful classical dance form that originated in Kerala. While Kathakali is also from Kerala and is a classical dance, Mohiniyattam is known for its feminine grace and is frequently presented at such festivals.

The festival is specifically dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the rich heritage of India's classical dance forms, ensuring their continuity and appreciation.

Garba is a popular folk dance from Gujarat, while Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Odissi are recognized as classical dance forms of India, each with its own distinct history, grammar, and repertoire.

Digital archiving makes fragile historical documents accessible globally without the risk of damage from frequent handling, thereby facilitating research and scholarly collaboration.

Mughal manuscripts encompass a vast range of subjects including literature, philosophy, science, medicine, art, and detailed historical narratives, all of which are vital for understanding the era.

The National Archives of India (NAI) is spearheading the digital archiving project for Mughal era manuscripts, aiming to preserve and make these historical documents accessible to a wider audience.