What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) Phase III launched in 2026?
A To provide electricity to all rural households
B To provide 'pucca' houses with basic amenities to all eligible rural households
C To provide piped drinking water to rural areas
D To provide internet connectivity to rural schools
Answer: B
PMAY-G Phase III aims to ensure housing for all by providing pucca houses with basic amenities to eligible rural families.
22.
World Teachers' Day aims to celebrate the role of teachers in society. Which international organization is primarily responsible for coordinating the observance of World Teachers' Day globally?
A World Health Organization (WHO)
B United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
C International Labour Organization (ILO)
D United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Answer: B
UNESCO is the primary international organization responsible for coordinating the observance of World Teachers' Day, advocating for the rights and professional development of teachers worldwide.
23.
World Teachers' Day was established by UNESCO in 1994. In which year did the United Nations General Assembly proclaim October 5th as World Teachers' Day?
A 1994
B 1997
C 2001
D 2005
Answer: B
While UNESCO proclaimed October 5th as World Teachers' Day in 1994, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed it in 1997, endorsing the 1994 recommendation.
24.
World Teachers' Day is observed annually on October 5th. What was the primary theme for World Teachers' Day 2026, as declared by UNESCO?
A Teachers: Leading in Crisis, Reimagining the Future
B The right to teach and the right to learn
C Young Teachers: The Future of the Profession
D Teachers at the heart of education recovery
Answer: A
The theme for World Teachers' Day 2026 was 'Teachers: Leading in Crisis, Reimagining the Future', focusing on the crucial role teachers play in navigating and overcoming educational challenges.
25.
Which national initiative, launched by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, plays a crucial role in the documentation, conservation, and dissemination of India's vast manuscript heritage, often collaborating with institutions like the National Museum?
A Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
B National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM).
C Digital India Programme.
D Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.
Answer: B
The National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM), launched in 2003 by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is dedicated to documenting, conserving, and making accessible India's rich manuscript heritage. It works with various institutions, including the National Museum, to achieve these goals.
26.
Beyond preservation, what significant benefit does the digitization of ancient manuscripts offer to academic research and public education?
A It reduces the need for expert conservators.
B It limits the study of manuscripts to local scholars only.
C It facilitates comparative studies, global access, and the creation of interactive educational resources.
D It makes the manuscripts immune to cyber threats.
Answer: C
Digitization significantly benefits academic research by enabling comparative studies across different collections, providing global access to scholars, and allowing for the development of interactive educational tools and virtual exhibitions, thereby enriching public education.
27.
What is the primary objective behind the National Museum's initiative to digitize its ancient manuscript collection?
A To sell the digital copies for revenue generation.
B To restrict access to rare manuscripts for security reasons.
C To ensure long-term preservation, enhance accessibility for researchers, and promote wider public engagement.
D To replace physical manuscripts entirely with digital versions.
Answer: C
Digitization of ancient manuscripts serves multiple crucial objectives: it ensures their long-term preservation from physical degradation, makes them easily accessible to researchers globally, and allows for wider public engagement and appreciation of cultural heritage without handling fragile originals.
28.
In India, which body is primarily responsible for the registration and administration of Geographical Indication (GI) tags?
A Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
B Ministry of Textiles.
C Geographical Indications Registry under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
D National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD).
Answer: C
The Geographical Indications Registry, functioning under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is the statutory body responsible for the registration and administration of GI tags in India.
29.
Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of authentic Mysore Silk Sarees?
A Use of synthetic silk with machine-made embroidery.
B Exclusive use of cotton and vegetable dyes.
C Pure silk with traditional zari work, often featuring motifs like peacocks and elephants.
D Lightweight fabric primarily used for daily wear.
Answer: C
Mysore Silk Sarees are renowned for their use of pure silk, intricate traditional zari (gold thread) work, and classic motifs such as peacocks, elephants, and floral patterns. They are known for their rich texture and durability.
30.
What is the primary purpose of a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, as exemplified by the recent recognition for Mysore Silk Sarees?
A To certify the product's organic origin.
B To grant exclusive intellectual property rights to products originating from a specific geographical region.
C To provide financial subsidies to weavers.
D To promote mass production of the product.
Answer: B
A GI tag is an intellectual property right that identifies goods originating from a specific geographical location and possessing qualities or a reputation due to that origin. It prevents unauthorized use and ensures authenticity.
