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Exercise : Art and Culture - Latest Current Affairs
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1.
Which region’s handmade crafts will be certified under the ‘Seal of Authenticity’ initiative?
Himachal Pradesh
Jammu and Kashmir
Uttarakhand
Punjab
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The ‘Seal of Authenticity’ initiative aims to certify handmade crafts from Jammu and Kashmir, ensuring their quality, traditional authenticity, and ownership. This program, announced during the 60th anniversary of the World Crafts Council in Srinagar, highlights the region's rich cultural heritage. Starting with the textile industry, it also plans to establish Srinagar as a ‘World Craft Hub’ and host an International Museum, further promoting the global recognition of J&K’s crafts.

2.
Where will the 5th National EMRS Cultural & Literary Fest and Kala Utsav - 2024 be held?
Chennai
Mumbai
Kolkata
Bhubaneswar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 5th National EMRS Cultural & Literary Fest and Kala Utsav - 2024 is scheduled to take place in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, hosted by the Odisha Model Tribal Educational Society. This prestigious event will be held at Shiksha ‘O’ Anusandhan, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of tribal communities. The festival's theme, "A Tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda & Tribal Freedom Fighters," commemorates Birsa Munda's 150th birth anniversary, highlighting his significant contributions to India's freedom struggle. This event aims to promote tribal culture, literature, and arts, fostering unity and appreciation among participants and attendees.

3.
In which Indian state did the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav, showcasing Northeast India's culture, conclude?
Assam
West Bengal
Telangana
Kerala
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav, an 8-day cultural festival celebrating the rich traditions of Northeast India, concluded in Telangana, specifically in Secunderabad. The event featured over 300 artists and artisans from the eight northeastern states, offering a mix of traditional and modern crafts, art forms, and performances. With more than one lakh visitors attending the festival, the final day saw 20,000 attendees, and all participants were honoured with certificates. This festival served as a platform to showcase the vibrant culture of Northeast India to a wider audience.

4.
In which state is the Banjara Virasat Museum located, showcasing the Banjara community's rich heritage?
Gujarat
Karnataka
Maharashtra
Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Banjara Virasat Museum, located in Pohardevi, Washim, Maharashtra, was inaugurated by the Prime Minister to showcase the Banjara community's rich heritage through 13 galleries. This museum honours the community's spiritual leaders, Sant Sevalal Maharaj and Sant Ramrao Maharaj. Notably, Sant Sevalal Maharaj's final resting place or Samadhi is also situated at Pohradevi in Maharashtra's Washim district, known as Banjara Kashi. This initiative highlights the government's efforts to preserve and promote India's diverse cultural heritage.

5.
Which Indian state has eight traditional products, including rice beer variants, recently granted Geographical Indication (GI) tags?
West Bengal
Meghalaya
Manipur
Assam
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Assam has been granted Geographical Indication (GI) tags for eight traditional products, including distinctive rice beer variants deeply rooted in Bodo culture. The GI tags recognize the cultural heritage and traditional knowledge of the Bodo community. Products like Bodo Jou Gwran, with its high alcohol content and traditional brewing methods, have gained national and international recognition. This milestone preserves Assam's cultural identity and promotes its unique products, contributing to the state's economic growth and cultural preservation. The GI tags also safeguard the intellectual property rights of local artisans and brewers.