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  • First World Yogasana Championship 2026

    Why in the news?

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first-ever World Yogasana Championship in Ahmedabad through a video message.

    Key Highlights

    • Event: First World Yogasana Championship 2026.
    • Venue: Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
    • Significance: Marks a new phase in the global recognition of Yogasana as a competitive sport.
    • Prime Minister’s remarks:
      • Expressed confidence that Yogasana may eventually be included in:
        • Olympics
        • Other multi-sport international events.
    • Timing:
      • Championship organized ahead of:
        • International Day of Yoga celebrated annually on 21 June.
    • Theme of International Yoga Day 2026: “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”.
    • Global support for Yoga:
      • Around 190 countries supported India’s proposal at the United Nations for International Yoga Day.
    • “Yoga 365” campaign:
      • Initiative of the Ministry of Ayush to encourage daily yoga practice.
    • Opportunities highlighted:
      • Careers for:
        • Athletes
        • Trainers
        • Sports scientists
        • Researchers
        • Event managers

    About International Day of Yoga

    • Declared by the United Nations
    • First celebrated on 21 June 2015.
    • Origin: Proposal introduced by India in the UN General Assembly in 2014.
    • Objective: Promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through yoga.

    [2025] Consider the following statements in respect of the first Kho Kho World Cup:
    I. The event was held in Delhi, India.
    II. Indian men beat Nepal with a score of 78-40 in the final to become the World Champion in men category.
    III. Indian women beat Nepal with a score of 54-36 in the final to become the World Champion in women category.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    [A] I only

    [B] II and III only

    [C] I and III only

    [D] I, II and III

  • Sacred Relics of Buddha’s Chief Disciples Enshrined in Mongolia

    Why in the news?

    The sacred relics of Arhat Sariputra and Arhat Mahamoggallana, the two chief disciples of Lord Buddha, were ceremonially enshrined at Gandantegchenling Monastery during Buddha Purnima (Vesak Day) 2026.

    Key Highlights

    • The relics were brought from India to Mongolia for a 10 day exposition from 31 May to 10 June 2026.
    • The exposition was inaugurated in the presence of:
      • Lakshman Prasad Acharya
      • Atul Malhari Gotsurve
      • Buddhist leaders and representatives of the International Buddhist Confederation.
    • The relics are preserved at the stupas of Sanchi Stupa.

    About the Relics

    Arhat Sariputra

    • One of the foremost disciples of Gautama Buddha.
    • Known for wisdom and deep understanding of Buddhist philosophy.

    Arhat Mahamoggallana

    • Another chief disciple of Buddha.
    • Famous for spiritual powers and meditative attainments.

    India-Mongolia Relations

    • India and Mongolia share strong Buddhist civilisational ties.
    • Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier described the two nations as “spiritual neighbours.”
    • The event coincides with:
      • 70 years of diplomatic relations
      • 10 years of Strategic Partnership

    [2023] With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements::
    1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.
    2.Stupa was generally a repository of relics.
    3.Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.
    How many of the statements given above are correct?

    [A] Only one

    [B] Only two

    [C] All three

    [D] None

  • ‘Mrichchhakatika,’ an ancient Indian book written by Shudraka, deals with

    ‘Mrichchhakatika,’ an ancient Indian book written by Shudraka, deals with:

  • Assertion (A): Marathas emerged as the strongest native power in India after the decline of the Mughal empire.

    Assertion (A): Marathas emerged as the strongest native power in India after the decline of the Mughal empire.
    Reason (R): Marathas were the first to have a clear concept of a united Indian nation.

  • Assertion (A): Saluva Narasimha put an end to the old dynasty and assumed the royal title.

    Assertion (A): Saluva Narasimha put an end to the old dynasty and assumed the royal title.
    Reason (R): He wanted to save the kingdom from further degeneration and disintegration.

  • Assertion (A): Shah Alam II spent the initial years as an Emperor far away from his capital.

    Assertion (A): Shah Alam II spent the initial years as an Emperor far away from his capital.
    Reason (R): There was always a lurking danger of foreign invasion from the north-west frontier.

  • Assertion (A): Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army.

    Assertion (A): Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army.
    Reason (R): He was on his way to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia.

  • Emperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by

    Emperor Harsha’s southward march was stopped on the Narmada river by:

  • How did Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak die

    How did Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak die?

  • Consider the following statements about Sikh Gurus

    Consider the following statements about Sikh Gurus:
    1. Banda Bahadur was appointed as the military leader of the Sikhs by Guru Tegh Bahudur.
    2. Guru Arjun Dev Became the Sikh Guru after Guru Ram Das
    3. Guru Arjun Dev gave to Sikhs their own script – Guru mukhi.
    Which of these statements given above is/are correct?