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MCQs 2026

1.
The government's efforts to preserve traditional Indian puppetry often face challenges such as declining patronage and the need for skill transmission to younger generations. Which of the following schemes typically addresses the skill transmission aspect by supporting gurus and disciples?
A Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
B Guru Shishya Parampara Scheme
C Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
D Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
2.
Which of the following is NOT a traditional form of Indian puppetry?
A Kathputli (Rajasthan)
B Bommalattam (Tamil Nadu)
C Yakshagana Gombeyata (Karnataka)
D Chhau (Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal)
3.
Which autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is primarily responsible for the promotion and preservation of traditional Indian performing arts, including various forms of puppetry?
A Lalit Kala Akademi
B Sahitya Akademi
C Sangeet Natak Akademi
D National School of Drama
4.
Which of the following materials was predominantly used in the construction of the recently discovered ancient temples of the Hoysala period in Karnataka, allowing for extremely intricate sculptures?
A Granite
B Sandstone
C Soapstone (Chloritic Schist)
D Laterite
5.
The recently discovered ancient temple ruins in Karnataka, known for their intricate carvings and stellate (star-shaped) plan, primarily belong to which dynasty?
A Western Ganga
B Hoysala
C Chalukya
D Rashtrakuta
6.
Recently, in the context of archaeological discoveries in Karnataka, a 13th-century Hoysala temple dedicated to Lord Keshava was unearthed in which district?
A Hassan
B Mysuru
C Ballari
D Shivamogga
7.
Who secured the silver medal in the Javelin Throw event at the Asian Games 2026, behind Neeraj Chopra?
A Arshad Nadeem (Pakistan)
B Manu Dhas (India)
C Kishore Jena (India)
D Sumit Antil (India)
8.
At the Asian Games 2026, Neeraj Chopra won his second consecutive gold medal in Javelin Throw. Which Asian Games edition was his first gold medal win?
A Asian Games 2014
B Asian Games 2018
C Asian Games 2022 (held in 2023)
D Asian Games 2026
9.
Neeraj Chopra successfully defended his Asian Games title by winning the gold medal in Javelin Throw at the Asian Games 2026. What was his winning throw distance?
A 88.65 meters
B 87.58 meters
C 89.94 meters
D 90.12 meters
10.
This gold medal win for the Indian Men's Hockey team at the Asian Games 2026 qualifies them for which major international event?
A FIH Pro League
B Olympic Games 2028
C Hockey World Cup 2027
D Commonwealth Games 2026
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