15th September 2026

Explained - Madurai Meenakshi Sundareswarar temple was built by King Kulasekara Pandya (1190-1216 CE). He built the main Portions of the three-storeyed gopura at the entrance of Sundareswarar Shrine and the central portion of the Goddess Meenakshi Shrine are some of the earliest surviving parts of the temple. Located in the heart of the city of Madurai, the Meenakshi-Sundareshwarar temple is dedicated to goddess Meenakshi, the consort of lord Shiva. For the people of Madurai, the temple is the very centre of their cultural and religious life. It is said that the people of the city wake up, not by the call of nature but by the chant of hymns at the temple. All the major festivals of Tamil Nadu are celebrated here with gaiety, most important being the Chitrai festival that is held in April/May, when the celestial marriage of Meenakshi and Sundareshwarar is celebrated, drawing a huge crowd of people from all over the state.

Explanation - Willingdon Island is a man-made island, not a natural one. It was named after Lord Willingdon, a British Viceroy of India. The island is home to significant establishments such as the Kochi Naval Base, the Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, and the Port of Kochi. Willingdon Island is connected to the mainland by the Venduruthy Bridge.

Explanation - Melanoma is a kind of skin cancer that starts in the melanocytes. Melanocytes are cells that make the pigment that gives skin its colour. The pigment is called melanin. It typically starts on skin that's often exposed to the sun. This includes the skin on the arms, back, face and legs. Rarely, it can happen inside the body, such as in the nose or throat. Cause — The exact cause of all melanomas isn't clear. Most melanomas are caused by exposure to ultraviolet light. Ultraviolet light, also called UV light, comes from sunlight or tanning lamps and beds. Symptoms of Melanoma — The first melanoma signs and symptoms often are: A change in an existing mole. The development of a new pigmented or unusual-looking growth on the skin. It doesn't always begin as a mole. It also can happen on otherwise healthy skin. Treatments for melanoma Melanoma Surgery: In the early stages, surgery has a high probability of being able to cure melanoma. Lymphadenectomy: In cases where melanoma has spread, removal of the lymph nodes near the primary diagnosis site may be required. Metastasectomy: It is used to remove small melanoma bits from organs.

Explanation - Celiac Disease is an inherited autoimmune condition where the immune system reacts to gluten, sometimes causing damage to the small intestine. Gluten is a protein found in foods containing wheat, barley, or rye. In celiac disease, eating gluten triggers an immune response to the gluten protein in small intestine. Over time, this reaction can damage small intestine's lining and prevent it from absorbing nutrients. This condition is called malabsorption. The intestinal damage often causes symptoms such as diarrhoea, fatigue, weight loss, bloating, or anaemia. It also can lead to serious complications if it is not managed or treated. In children, malabsorption can affect growth and development in addition to gastrointestinal symptoms. It can develop at any age after people start consuming gluten. It is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide. There's no definite cure for celiac disease. But for most people, following a strict gluten-free diet can help manage symptoms and help the intestines heal.

Explanation - A Tariff-Rate Quota (TRQ) is a trade policy instrument that allows a specified quantity of a product to enter a market at a preferential or lower tariff rate. Imports beyond the specified quota are subject to a higher tariff. In the India–EU arrangement, country-specific quotas provide Indian steel exporters with defined access to the EU market. Steel exported outside the applicable quota will face the duties prescribed under the EU's new steel regime. TRQs therefore combine market access with domestic industry protection.