Current Affairs 19/08/2025

1.

What is the main objective of the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) implemented by the Ministry of Culture?

To provide financial assistance for research in ancient Indian scriptures and classical literature.

To provide financial assistance to cultural organizations and individuals in the field of performing arts, including traditional, folk, and tribal arts.

To promote tourism by funding archaeological excavations and heritage site restorations.

To support modern art galleries and international art fairs through government grants.

2.

Which of the following correctly highlights the transmission of Indian religion and culture to Southeast Asia?

The Dipavamsa records the spread of Buddhism from India to Sri Lanka through Sanghamitta and Mahendra.

The Devanika inscription in Laos records the spread of Christianity and its association with Kurukshetra as Dharmakshetra.

The Yupa inscriptions of King Mulavarman in Indonesia describe Greek rituals and epics as part of cultural assimilation.

The Veal Kantel inscription of Cambodia documents the installation of a Bodhi tree and the recitation of Buddhist Jataka tales.

3.

What is the primary purpose of the Abhilekh Patal curated by the National Archives of India?

To serve as an online platform for publishing government press releases and policy updates.

To act as a database of archaeological excavations and heritage site surveys across India.

To function as a digital repository providing access to preserved historical documents and records.

To provide a portal for issuing digital birth, death, and land ownership certificates to citizens.

4.

Which of the following statements correctly reflects India’s stance on climate change?

India contributes more than 15 percent of global historical cumulative carbon dioxide emissions despite its smaller population.

India’s per capita emissions today are nearly double the global average due to rapid industrial growth.

India has a binding legal framework that mandates all companies and firms to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

India upholds the principle of equity and CBDR-RC under the UNFCCC while voluntarily committing to address climate change despite low historical responsibility.

5.

What is the primary purpose of declaring Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) around National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries?

To provide areas for industrial expansion and urban development near protected sites.

To allow unrestricted tourism and commercial activity in and around protected ecosystems.

To act as a “Shock Absorber” for protected ecosystems by serving as a transition zone with graded protection.

To replace the core areas of National Parks and Sanctuaries with buffer zones for human settlement.

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