Renowned Historian and Archaeologist Prof. B.R. Mani Passes Away
Prof. B.R. Mani, a distinguished historian and former Director General of the National Museum, passed away at the age of 72.
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- Prof. B.R. Mani passed away on May 10, 2026, at the age of 72.
- He was a former Director General of the National Museum.
- He played a key role in several major archaeological excavations in India.
- He was a recipient of several national honors for his contribution to history.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC / State PCS | Low | 2–5 | UPSC focuses on depth, not breadth. General items are tested only when they have policy relevance. |
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | Medium | 2–4 | Miscellaneous GK including appointments, books, summits, and records appears in SSC. |
| State PCS / PSC | Medium | 3–5 | Miscellaneous GK is tested across all state exam categories. |
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- Appointments: new heads of organizations, ministries, and international bodies
- Books and authors in the news — especially by current heads of state or notable personalities
- First-ever achievements: India's firsts, world firsts, records broken
- Summits and their dates, venue, and key declarations
- Obituaries: notable personalities, their field, and contribution
Practice Questions
Q1. Prof. B.R. Mani, who recently passed away, was associated with which field?
- Classical Music
- Archaeology
- Space Science
- Economics
Explanation: Prof. B.R. Mani was a renowned archaeologist and historian.
Q2. Prof. B.R. Mani served as the Director General of which prestigious institution?
- National Archives
- National Museum
- Indian Council of Historical Research
- Sahitya Akademi
Explanation: He served as the Director General of the National Museum in New Delhi.
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