Art & Culture MCQs 31 Aug 2026

131.

The 'Adopt a Heritage: Apni Dharohar, Apni Pehchaan' scheme, launched by the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and ASI, aims to achieve what?

A Develop and maintain tourist amenities at heritage sites through private sector participation

B Promote modern art forms and contemporary artists

C Establish new archaeological museums across the country

D Fund international cultural exchange programs exclusively

132.

Which Union Ministry is primarily responsible for the preservation and promotion of India's cultural heritage, including monuments, arts, and traditions?

A Ministry of Culture

B Ministry of Tourism

C Ministry of Education

D Ministry of Home Affairs

133.

The discovery of ancient Buddhist sites in regions like Ladakh primarily contributes to understanding which aspect of Indian history?

A The spread of Buddhism and cultural exchanges across the Himalayas

B The architectural styles of the Mughal Empire

C The trade routes of the Harappan Civilization

D The social structure of the Vedic period

134.

Which of the following famous Buddhist monasteries is located in Ladakh, known for its rich heritage and annual festival?

A Hemis Monastery

B Tawang Monastery

C Rumtek Monastery

D Sanchi Stupa

135.

Which of the following is the primary function of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)?

A Preservation of ancient monuments and archaeological sites

B Promotion of modern art and culture

C Urban planning and infrastructure development

D Agricultural research and development

136.

Where is the National Museum, which hosted the 2026 exhibition on ancient textiles, located?

A Mumbai

B New Delhi

C Kolkata

D Chennai

137.

Which technique of textile dyeing is prominently featured in the National Museum's 2026 exhibition?

A Block Printing

B Ikat

C Bandhani

D Natural Indigo Dyeing

138.

The 2026 exhibition at the National Museum titled 'Vastra-Shilpa' focuses on which historical period of Indian textiles?

A Indus Valley Civilization

B Mauryan Empire

C Gupta Period

D Mughal Era

139.

Which organization is responsible for the registration and protection of Geographical Indications in India?

A Archaeological Survey of India

B Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks

C Ministry of Culture

D National Museum

140.

The GI tag for 'Majuli Mask' painting, awarded recently, belongs to which state?

A Assam

B Manipur

C West Bengal

D Nagaland