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261.
The International Day of Light is celebrated annually on May 16th. What is the primary aim of this day?
A To promote awareness of the role of light in science, culture, education, and sustainable development.
B To celebrate advancements in artificial lighting technologies.
C To advocate for the reduction of light pollution in urban areas.
D To encourage the study of optics and photonics in schools.
262.
The launch of the National Folk Art Revival Initiative signifies the government's recognition of:
A The declining economic importance of traditional crafts.
B The cultural and artistic heritage embodied in folk arts.
C The need for more international art exhibitions.
D The dominance of Western art influences in India.
263.
Which of the following is a likely component of the National Folk Art Revival Initiative?
A Organizing workshops and training sessions for folk artists.
B Funding research into abstract art movements.
C Creating a national database of modern sculptors.
D Supporting the construction of modern art galleries.
264.
The 'National Folk Art Revival Initiative' is primarily aimed at:
A Promoting contemporary digital art forms.
B Preserving and promoting India's diverse folk art traditions.
C Establishing international art exchange programs.
D Developing art tourism infrastructure.
265.
What is the significance of a site being placed on the UNESCO Tentative List?
A It is immediately recognized as a World Heritage Site.
B It indicates that the site is under consideration for nomination as a World Heritage Site.
C It guarantees funding for preservation from UNESCO.
D It means the site is no longer eligible for national heritage status.
266.
The recent addition of 'Maratha Military Architecture of Maharashtra' to the UNESCO Tentative List highlights which aspect of Indian history?
A Ancient Indus Valley Civilization
B Medieval Maratha Empire's defense strategies and engineering
C Mughal era artistic achievements
D Buddhist monastic traditions
267.
Which of the following sites was recently added to India's UNESCO Tentative List for World Heritage Sites?
A Hampi
B Sun Temple, Konark
C Maratha Military Architecture of Maharashtra
D Ajanta Caves
268.
Priya Singh's performance at the Asian Athletics Championships is primarily associated with which sport?
A Swimming
B Athletics
C Weightlifting
D Badminton
269.
What did Priya Singh achieve at the Asian Athletics Championships besides winning gold?
A Set a new World Record
B Set a new National Record
C Set a new Asian Record
D Qualified for the Olympics
270.
At which event did Priya Singh set a new national record and win gold?
A World Athletics Championships
B Asian Athletics Championships
C Commonwealth Games
D Olympic Games