MCQs 2026

The primary objective of PMGSY is to provide all-weather road connectivity to eligible unconnected habitations in rural areas, thereby promoting rural development.

The day is dedicated to world peace and specifically the absence of war and violence, such as through a temporary ceasefire in combat zones.

The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly.

The United Nations General Assembly declared September 21 as the International Day of Peace, a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace.

Since the day is observed on the third Saturday of September, in 2026, it falls on September 19.

The day aims to raise awareness about the impact of marine debris and plastic pollution on ocean ecosystems.

International Coastal Cleanup Day is observed globally on the third Saturday of September each year to encourage people to clean up beaches and waterways.

The National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM), under the Ministry of Culture, is the nodal agency dedicated to documenting, conserving, and disseminating India's vast manuscript wealth, with institutions like the National Museum playing a crucial role.

Digitizing ancient manuscripts presents challenges such as their delicate physical state, the multitude of scripts and languages requiring expert interpretation, and the need for specialized conservation techniques before and during the scanning process.

The digitization project aims to preserve delicate ancient manuscripts from decay and damage while simultaneously making their content widely accessible to scholars, researchers, and the public worldwide.