MCQs - 2026-09

The Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters, was formally inaugurated on 12 March 1954.

The primary objective of the Sahitya Akademi Awards is to recognize and promote excellence in Indian literature across various languages.

The Sahitya Akademi Awards are given annually in 24 Indian languages, which include the 22 languages recognized in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, along with English and Rajasthani.

The National Sports Awards are traditionally conferred on August 29th each year, which is celebrated as National Sports Day, marking the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.

The Dronacharya Award is presented to coaches for their excellent work in training sportspersons.

Padma Bhushan is one of the highest civilian honours of India, while Dronacharya, Arjuna, and Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Awards are specific National Sports Awards.

Tamil Nadu has been proactive in identifying and notifying Biodiversity Heritage Sites, with several sites being declared in recent years, showcasing its commitment to biodiversity conservation. (Note: This is based on recent trends and may require verification for the exact year 2026, but reflects a strong ongoing effort).

The core purpose of BHS is the conservation of unique ecosystems, endemic species, and threatened flora and fauna, along with their habitats. The expansion aims to bring more such critical areas under formal protection.

Section 37 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, empowers State Governments to notify Biodiversity Heritage Sites in consultation with local bodies. These sites are areas of significant biodiversity, endemism, and ecological importance.

Global warming, leading to changes in atmospheric circulation and increased temperatures, is the primary driver of accelerated glacial melt in the Himalayas. While deforestation can have localized impacts, global climate change is the overarching factor. Volcanic activity and reduced solar radiation are not the primary causes.