MCQs 2026

The International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem is celebrated every year on July 26 to raise awareness of the importance of mangrove ecosystems.

The National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM), established in 2003 under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is dedicated to documenting, conserving, and making accessible the vast manuscript wealth of India. The National Museum's digitization efforts are a direct contribution to this mission.

Ancient manuscript collections typically encompass a vast array of subjects reflecting the knowledge and culture of their times. The National Museum's collection, like others of its kind, includes diverse categories such as religious scriptures, historical chronicles, scientific treatises, literary works, and more, all of which are targets for digitization.

The primary objective of digitizing ancient manuscript collections, such as by the National Museum, is to ensure their long-term preservation from physical degradation and to make them widely accessible to researchers, scholars, and the public globally, overcoming geographical barriers.

Jalesar Dhatu Shilp, a traditional brass craft from Jalesar in Etah district, Uttar Pradesh, received its Geographical Indication (GI) tag in August 2023. This craft is known for its intricate metalwork and decorative items.

Majuli Mask and Majuli Manuscript Painting, two unique traditional crafts from the river island of Majuli, Assam, were granted Geographical Indication (GI) tags in March 2024. These crafts are integral to the cultural heritage of Assam.

Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi, a renowned silver filigree craft, received its Geographical Indication (GI) tag in March 2024. This intricate art form is a traditional craft of Cuttack, Odisha, known for its delicate and elaborate designs.

The 2026 Asian Games are officially designated as the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games.

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) is the flagship program of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to provide financial and logistical support to potential medal winners for international events including the Asian Games.

The 2026 Asian Games, officially known as the XX Asian Games, are scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.