Author: Ramvilas

  • MCQs on National & International

    MCQs on National & International

    1. Which among the following was NOT a founding member of OPEC?

    A) Saudi Arabia
     B) Venezuela
     C) Iran
     D) United Arab Emirates

    Answer: D

    2. The Tungabhadra River is a tributary of which of the following rivers?

    A) Godavari
     B) Cauvery
     C) Krishna
     D) Pennar

    Answer: C

    3. Which of the following states are directly associated with the Tungabhadra basin?

    1. Karnataka
    2. Telangana
    3. Andhra Pradesh

    Select the correct answer using the code below:

    A) 1 only
     B) 1 and 2 only
     C) 1 and 3 only
     D) 1, 2 and 3

    Answer: D

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  • QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 29th 2026

    QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 29th 2026

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  • QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 27th 2026

    QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 27th 2026

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  • MCQs on National & International

    MCQs on National & International

    1. Consider the following protected areas:

    1. Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
    2. Paniya Wildlife Sanctuary
    3. Mityala Wildlife Sanctuary
    4. Barda Wildlife Sanctuary

    The Asiatic lion is naturally distributed in which of the above areas?

    A) 1 and 2 only
     B) 1, 2 and 3 only
     C) 1, 3 and 4 only
     D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

    Answer: D

    2. The IUCN Red List status of the Asiatic lion is:

    A) Vulnerable
     B) Critically Endangered
     C) Endangered
     D) Near Threatened

    Answer: C

    3. The headquarters of OPEC is presently located in:

    A) Geneva, Switzerland
     B) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
     C) Vienna, Austria
     D) New York, USA

    Answer: C

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  • MCQs on National & International

    MCQs on National & International

    1. Consider the following statements regarding Khajuraho:

    1. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is located in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh.
    2. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.
    3. The monuments comprise only Hindu temples.

    Which of the statements given above are correct?

    A) 1 and 2 only
     B) 2 and 3 only
     C) 1 and 3 only
     D) 1, 2 and 3

    Answer: A

    2. Which one of the following dynasties is associated with the construction of most Khajuraho temples?

    A) Paramaras
     B) Chandelas
     C) Guptas
     D) Rashtrakutas

    Answer: B

    3. The Abraham Accords were brokered by which country?

    A) United Kingdom
     B) United States of America
     C) France
     D) Saudi Arabia

    Answer: B

    4. The Public Distribution System (PDS) in India is a:

    A) Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented only by States
     B) Joint responsibility of the Central and State Governments
     C) Programme implemented exclusively by FCI
     D) Scheme implemented by Panchayati Raj Institutions only

    Answer: B

    5. Consider the following statements regarding the Public Distribution System (PDS):

    1. It distributes essential commodities through Fair Price Shops (FPSs).
    2. It is solely the responsibility of State Governments.
    3. The Food Corporation of India (FCI) procures and stores food grains.

    Which of the statements given above are correct?

    A) 1 and 3 only
     B) 1 and 2 only
     C) 2 and 3 only
     D) 1, 2 and 3

    Answer: A

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  • QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 26th 2026

    QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 26th 2026

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  • MCQs on National & International

    MCQs on National & International

    1. Which one of the following countries does NOT border the Caspian Sea?

    A) Kazakhstan
     B) Azerbaijan
     C) Armenia
     D) Turkmenistan

    Answer: C

    2. The BHARATI programme launched by APEDA primarily aims to:

    A) Promote organic farming among farmers
     B) Accelerate global exports by Indian agri-food startups
     C) Provide crop insurance to exporters
     D) Regulate food imports into India

    Answer: B

    3. The musician Taga Ram Bheel, who was honoured with the Padma Shri 2026, is known for preserving which of the following?

    A) Kathak dance tradition
     B) Dhrupad music tradition
     C) Traditional Rajasthani folk music through Algoza
     D) Chhau dance tradition

    Answer: C

    4. Oreshnik missile is associated with which country?

    A) China
     B) Russia
     C) United States
     D) France

    Answer: B

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  • Thewa Art | Sushruta | Caspian Sea | BHARATI programme

    Thewa Art

    Art & Culture

    Context

    • PM Modi presented Thewa motif cufflinks to the Slovak President during his recent visit.

    Thewa Art

    • Thewa art is among India’s most distinctive traditional crafts of Pratapgarh, Rajasthan.
    • The art form dates back nearly 400 years and traces its origins to the Mughal era.
    • It is known for its intricate gold engravings on coloured glass. 
    • It involves creating delicate designs in 23-carat gold and embedding them on multicoloured glass surfaces.
    • Thewa work requires precision and patience, it takes around three days to create a single set. 
    • Over the years, it has emerged as a symbol of India’s cultural heritage while also generating livelihood opportunities for artisans associated with the craft.

    Sushruta

    Art & Culture

    In News

    • The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in Scotland has unveiled a statue honouring Sushruta, the ancient Indian physician believed to have lived around 2,600 years ago.

    Sushruta

    • Sushruta was an ancient Indian physician and surgeon, widely regarded as the Father of Surgery and the Father of Plastic Surgery. 
    • He is known for advanced surgical techniques, anatomical studies and systematic medical education.
    • He performed complex surgical procedures centuries before these practices became common in the Western world.
    • Sushruta’s medical knowledge is compiled in the Sushruta Samhita, one of the oldest and most comprehensive medical texts.

    The text is divided into:

    • Purva Tantra: Surgery, anatomy, internal medicine, pediatrics, and toxicology.
    • Uttara Tantra:  Diseases of the eye, ear, nose, throat, psychiatry, and geriatric care.

    Major Contributions

    • Pioneered Rhinoplasty: Nasal reconstruction using a skin flap from the forehead or cheek (pedicle flap).
    • Eight Types of Surgery (Ashtavidha Shastrakarma): Classified surgical procedures into excision, incision, scraping, puncturing, probing, extraction, drainage, and suturing.
    • Burn and Trauma Management: Classified burns and other thermal injuries, including heat stroke and frostbite.
    • Lifestyle Diseases: Described conditions resembling diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disorders, emphasizing the role of lifestyle in health.

    Caspian Sea

    Geography

    Context

    • Since the mid-1990s, the Caspian Sea has lost nearly 24,000 sq km of its surface area, roughly equivalent to the size of Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea.

    Caspian Sea

      • The Caspian Sea is the world’s largest inland body of water, located between Europe and Asia. 
      • It is bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Azerbaijan. 
      • Despite its name, it is technically a saltwater lake with no natural outlet. 
    • Rivers – Volga (largest), Ural, Kura, and Terek rivers.
    • The region is rich in oil and natural gas reserves, making it strategically important.

    BHARATI programme

    Science & Technology

    News

    • The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has successfully concluded the first cohort of BHARATI (Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Innovation).

    BHARATI

    • It is APEDA’s flagship export acceleration programme aimed at helping Indian agri-food startups become globally competitive exporters.

    Objectives:

      • Promote an ‘export-first’ approach among agri-food startups.
      • Build a pipeline of export-ready enterprises to support India’s target of USD 50 billion in APEDA-scheduled exports by 2030.
    • Address challenges related to product development, quality standards, sustainability, logistics, and export compliance.

    Additional Information – Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

    • Legal Status: Statutory body under the APEDA Act, 1985.
    • Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
    • Predecessor: Replaced the Processed Food Export Promotion Council (PFEPC).
    • Headquarters: New Delhi.
    • Governance: Headed by a Chairman appointed by the Central Government.

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  • QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 25th 2026

    QUIZ on National & International Current Affairs – June 25th 2026

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  • MCQs on National & International

    MCQs on National & International

    1. With reference to recent initiatives for senior citizens, consider the following pairs:

    Initiative

    Objective

    JEEVAN App

    Virtual assistance and welfare support for senior citizens

    SHATAYU Dashboard

    Mapping and strengthening geriatric caregiving services

    Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

    A) 1 only
     B) 2 only
     C) Both 1 and 2
     D) Neither 1 nor 2

    Answer: C

    2. The Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme was launched under which Ministry?

    A) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
     B) Ministry of Rural Development
     C) Ministry of Food Processing Industries
     D) Ministry of Commerce and Industry

    Answer: C

    3. The traditional craft known as Thewa Art originated in:

    A) Jaipur, Rajasthan
     B) Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
     C) Pratapgarh, Rajasthan
     D) Udaipur, Rajasthan

    Answer: C

    4. Sushruta is widely regarded as:

    A) Father of Ayurveda
     B) Father of Surgery and Plastic Surgery
     C) Father of Yoga
     D) Father of Astronomy

    Answer: B

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