HISTORY

Question 1

Rogan Art

Answer 1

• With origins in Persia, it came to Kutch around 300 years ago.
  
  • This rare craft is practised by a lone Muslim family, the Khatris of Nirona Village, Gujarat.
  • Rogan is a form of textile painting which uses a rich, brightly coloured paint made from castor oil and natural colors.

Question 2

PRASHAD Scheme

Answer 2

• The ‘National Mission on Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive’ (PRASAD).
  
  • Launched by: Ministry of Tourism (2014-15).
  • It was changed from PRASAD to “National Mission on Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD)” in October 2017.

Question 3

Promotion of Buddhist Sites under Swadesh Darshan & PRASHAD

Answer 3

• Swadesh Darshan Scheme has included Buddhist circuit and Spiritual circuit among its 13 thematic circuits.
  
  • 30 projects for development of infrastructure have also been undertaken under the PRASHAD Scheme.
  • Buddhist Sites at Bodhgaya, Ajanta & Ellora have been identified to be developed as Iconic Tourist Sites.

Question 4

Life in Miniature Project launched

Answer 4

• Ministry: Ministry for Culture and Tourism
  
  • It is collaboration between the National Museum, New Delhi, Ministry of Culture, and Google Arts & Culture