MCQs 2026

The Official Languages Act, 1963, provides for the continued use of English for official purposes of the Union and for the transaction of business in Parliament, in addition to Hindi.

Hindi Diwas is observed to promote the use of Hindi as the official language of the Union and to encourage its use in various spheres of life.

Article 343 of the Indian Constitution states that the official language of the Union shall be Hindi in Devanagari script.

Hindi Diwas is celebrated on September 14th every year. The first Hindi Diwas was celebrated in 1953.

Discoveries at Keezhadi and similar sites have provided evidence of an advanced urban civilization in South India dating back to the Iron Age and Early Historic Period, pushing back the timeline of urbanisation in the region.

Excavations at Keezhadi have yielded a rich array of artifacts including terracotta figurines, beads, iron objects, pottery with Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions, and gold ornaments, pointing to a highly developed urban culture.

The Keezhadi excavations have unearthed significant artifacts and structures, providing crucial insights into the urban civilization of the Sangam Age in Tamil Nadu, pushing back its estimated timeline.

A GI tag identifies goods originating from a specific geographical territory, possessing qualities or a reputation due to that origin. It protects the authenticity and reputation of traditional handicrafts.

The 'One District One Product' (ODOP) initiative, which aims to identify and promote a unique product from each district, including many handicrafts, is an initiative of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

The PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman Yojana (PM-VIKAS), launched in September 2023, is dedicated to empowering traditional artisans and craftspeople by providing skill training, credit support, and market linkages.