MCQs - 2026-08

New megalithic sites, characterized by large stone structures, have been discovered in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, shedding light on prehistoric human settlements.

While ancient temple architecture is a significant part of India's heritage, it falls under tangible cultural heritage. 'Virasat-e-Bharat' primarily focuses on intangible cultural heritage like performing arts, oral traditions, social practices, rituals, and festivals.

The 'Virasat-e-Bharat' digital archive was launched by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, to safeguard and promote the nation's cultural legacy.

'Virasat-e-Bharat' is a digital archive initiative by the Ministry of Culture aimed at documenting, preserving, and making accessible India's rich intangible cultural heritage, including traditions, performing arts, social practices, rituals, and festivals.

The standard weight for a men's javelin in international competitions is 800 grams.

Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in Javelin Throw at the 2022 Asian Games (held in 2023), which he successfully defended in 2026.

The XX Asian Games in 2026 are scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

Prior to 2026, the Indian Men's Hockey Team had won four gold medals at the Asian Games: in 1966, 1998, 2014, and 2022.

Winning the gold medal in hockey at the Asian Games typically secures a direct qualification spot for the subsequent Olympic Games.

The XX Asian Games in 2026 are scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.