Gear up for UPSC Prelims 2026—Practice smarter, revise faster, and succeed with our  Special Quiz Magazine .  Click Here Mains Examination: General Studies-I: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times What’s the ongoing story: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday described the return of sacred relics of Gautama Buddha to Ladakh after 75 years, coinciding with the Buddha Purnima, as a historic reunion. Key Points to Ponder: — What are the various sects of Buddhism? — What is the role of Ladakh in transmission of Buddhist thought? — What was the role of Emperor Ashoka in the spread of Buddhism? — What is Mahayana philosophy? — Know about Buddha and Buddhism — What is mahaparinirvana? Story continues below this ad — What are the efforts taken by the government to promote Buddhism as a tourist centre? — What are the various schemes related to Buddhism in India?…