Art & Culture Current Affairs MCQs

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India’s first Chadar Mahotsav of the Jain community will be held from 6–8 March 2026 in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The festival will honor the 872-year-old garments of Dada Shri Jindatt Suri Maharaj, kept in the Jain temple library. more than 150 Jain saints and 30,000 devotees are expected. The garments, preserved since VS 1945, are believed to have remained intact during cremation and an epidemic.

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Ministry of Tribal Affairs is organising Tribes Art Fest 2026 in New Delhi under the vision of Narendra Modi. It is organised with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and National Gallery of Modern Art. More than 75 artists and 1,000 artworks from 30+ tribal traditions are showcased. Key initiatives highlighted include PM JANMAN for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups, DAJGUA, Eklavya Model Residential Schools and Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India. Festival promotes fair markets, direct sales and sustainable livelihoods.

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The Indian Orchid Festival 2026, themed ‘Orchids for Beauty & Prosperity’, was organised by ICAR-National Research Centre for Orchids (ICAR-NRCO) in Pakyong district, Sikkim. Renowned nurseries, tissue culture companies, and marketing firms interacted with growers to share knowledge on cultivation, marketing, and collaboration in the orchid industry. The four-day festival included technical sessions where experts shared practical knowledge to benefit growers. The festival’s theme, ‘Orchids for Beauty & Prosperity’, is intended to inspire growers and stakeholders for future development.

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The Kalinjar Fort hill region in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, has been officially declared a National Geo-Heritage Site by the Geological Survey of India (GSI). Kalinjar Fort is located on an isolated hilltop, surrounded by the Vindhya Mountains and the Ken River, making it a strategically important location. It is one of the oldest and most impressive forts in India, witnessing many decisive battles across ancient, medieval, and modern times. The fort has a history of over 1,500 years, with evidence of its establishment during the Gupta period (4th–6th century).

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Chapchar Kut is Mizoram’s spring festival, celebrated in March to honour Mizo culture with traditional dances, music, art, cuisine, and community festivities. It marks the completion of the Jhum operation (clearing forest and remnants of burning) and reflects the Mizo community’s connection with nature and agriculture. The theme of 2026 festival is “Zo nun ze mawi – Inremna” (Mizo Ethics – Reconciliation).

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The Mulgao Kelbai Peth festival is celebrated in Goa, specifically in the village of Mulgao located in the Bicholim taluka. The festival reflects deep-rooted cultural and religious traditions and attracts devotees from nearby regions. Goddess Kelbai is placed in a decorated wooden structure called “peth” and carried in a ceremonial procession. The event takes place on Chaitra Shuddha Panchami and is considered highly auspicious by local communities

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The Karnataka High Court criticized the State Government for violating judicial orders banning construction at Shree Chamundeshwari Temple. The temple is located atop Chamundi Hills in Karnataka and is a major religious site. It is dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari, an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The original structure dates back to the 12th century under the Hoysala rulers. It was later expanded during the Vijayanagara Empire in the 17th century Common Era (CE).

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The Bankey Bihari Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, located in Vrindavan, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. The Supreme Court recently stated it will not make structural changes to existing religious practices at the temple. The deity is in tribhanga posture (three-bend posture), giving the name “Banke” (gracefully bent). It was established by Swami Haridas, guru of Tansen. It is one of the seven temples of “Thakur of Vrindavan” (important Krishna shrines in the region).

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Swachh Tawi Mahotsav is a three-day event organised in Jammu by Jammu Municipal Corporation and Jammu Smart City Limited. It is held at the Tawi riverfront near the 4th Tawi Bridge to mark Baisakhi. The event promotes cleanliness and cultural heritage under Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0. Activities include Tawi Aarti, boating, mela, dangal (traditional wrestling), food festival, and cultural programmes.

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Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira at Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math in Mandya district, Karnataka. The temple was described as a symbol of India’s spiritual heritage, service, and wisdom traditions. During the visit, the Prime Minister offered prayers at Jwala Peetha and Sri Kalabhairava Temple. He paid tribute to Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji, recognising his contributions to spirituality and social service. The Math is known for its work in education, healthcare, and social welfare, reflecting Karnataka’s cultural heritage.