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Modern India and Heritage MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers

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Q1Consider the following statements about the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav held on 11 May 2026:\n1. The event marked 75 years since the reconstructed Somnath Temple was inaugurated by President Dr. Rajendra Prasad in 1951.\n2. The reconstruction of the temple after Independence was led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.\nWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

A Both 1 and 2

B 1 only

C 2 only

D Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct. The reconstructed Somnath Temple was inaugurated by Dr. Rajendra Prasad on 11 May 1951, and the rebuilding effort after Independence was spearheaded by then Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The 2026 Amrut Mahotsav therefore marked the 75th anniversary of that inauguration.

Q2With reference to the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav of 11 May 2026, consider the following statements:\n1. The Prime Minister released a Rs 100 commemorative coin to mark the occasion.\n2. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team of the Indian Air Force performed a flypast at the venue.\nWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Only statement 2 is correct. The Prime Minister released a Rs 75 commemorative coin (not Rs 100), reflecting the 75 years of the reconstructed temple, along with a special postage stamp. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team of the Indian Air Force did perform a flypast over the Somnath Temple precinct.

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