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24 September 2026 · Event date: 23 September 2026

Bihar’s Heritage, Folk Traditions and Spiritual Legacy Reflects in 65 PM Mementos

Bihar’s Heritage, Folk Traditions and Spiritual Legacy Reflects in 65 PM Mementos
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A collection of 65 mementos representing Bihar's folk art, handcraft, history, and spirituality is featured in the PM Mementos e-Auction 2026. The items range from Madhubani paintings and Sikki craft to depictions of historical figures, temples, and national symbols. The 8th edition of the e-Auction remains live online until October 2, 2026.

Why It Matters

Candidates appearing for state-level or national competitive exams can note facts regarding Bihar's cultural heritage items featured in the PM Mementos e-Auction 2026, such as specific art forms, crafts, and historical figures.

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In Simple Words

The PM Mementos e-Auction 2026 features 65 mementos highlighting Bihar's cultural heritage, folk traditions, and spiritual legacy. This diverse collection includes Madhubani paintings, Mithila Paags, Sikki grass art, Manjusha paintings, and representations of historical and spiritual landmarks.

Items in the collection range across various base prices from ₹1,500 to ₹1,20,000. The 8th edition of the e-Auction is currently live online until October 2, 2026, allowing collectors to engage with the state's living traditions of art, craft, faith, and history.

Key Points

  • The PM Mementos e-Auction 2026 features 65 mementos from Bihar.
  • The collection includes Madhubani paintings, Mithila Paags, and Sikki craft.
  • Sikki grass art includes a model of the New Parliament House of India.
  • Manjusha (Angika) painting from Bhagalpur depicts Bharat Mata using yellow, green, and red.
  • A copper-plate memento depicts freedom fighter Mangal Pandey.
  • The 8th edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction is live online till October 2, 2026.
  • Base prices for the Bihar collection range from ₹1,500 to ₹1,20,000.
  • The collection features representations of Lord Buddha, Mahavir Swami, and Takhat Sri Harmandir Ji Patna Sahib.

Exam Angle

Ministry
Ministry of Culture
Event
PM Mementos e-Auction 2026 8th Edition
End date
October 2, 2026
State featured
Bihar

A. October 2, 2026

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