Q.20·Art & Culture·EasyThe painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani is one of the most famous and oft-illustrated paintings atView question
Q.21·Art & Culture·EasyConsider the following pairs: Paintings State 1. Warli Maharashtra 2. Pattachitra Odisha 3. Kavads Rajasthan Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?View question
Q.22·Art & Culture·EasyWith reference to Bharatanatyam, consider the following statements: 1. Abhinaya Darpana is an important text which throws light on the techniques of this dance. 2. This dance tradition was kept alive by the Devdasis. 3. Multiple artists participate in a single performance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.23·Art & Culture·EasyWhich of the following statements is/are correct about the paintings of the Mughal era? 1. The Mughals introduced new themes, depicting the court, battle scenes and the chase, and added new colours and new forms. 2. Persian text of Mahabharata was one of the themes of these paintings. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.24·Art & Culture·EasyWith reference to Kuchipudi dance style, consider the following statements: 1. Kuchipudi has developed from Yakshagaana dance style, which existed in Andhra. 2. This dance style was conceived by Siddhendra Yogi. 3. Bhaamaakalaapam is one of the important texts on Kuchipudi dance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.25·Art & Culture·EasyIt is a blend of dance, music and acting, and dramatizes stories, which are mostly adapted from the Indian epics. It is a stylised art form, the four aspects of abhinaya – angika, aharya, vachika, satvika and the nritta, nritya and natya aspects are combined perfectly. The dancer expresses himself through codified hastamudras and facial expressions, closely following the verses (padams) that are sung. It derives its textual sanction from Balarama Bharatam and Hastalakshana Deepika. The above description describes which of the following dance forms?View question
Q.26·Art & Culture·EasyWhich of the following characteristics are related to the Neolithic culture? 1. Beginning of agricultural activities 2. Domestication of animals 3. Grinding and polishing of stone tools having sharper edges Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.27·Art & Culture·EasyConsider the following pairs: S. No. Temple Patron 1. The Papanatha temple, Pattadakal Chalukyas 2. The Shore temple, Mahabalipuram Pallavas 3. The Kailashanath temple, Kanchi Cholas Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?View question
Q.28·Art & Culture·EasyConsider the following statements: 1. He was known as ‘Mamalla’. 2. He assumed the title ‘Vatapikonda’. 3. He was a great temple builder. The above statements best describe which of the following rulers?View question
Q.29·Art & Culture·EasyConsider the following statements about the Bengal School of Art: 1. It was started under the leadership of Abanindranath Tagore and Nandalal Bose. 2. They were influenced by the Indian ways of painting and influenced by paintings at Ajanta. 3. They were influenced by the Japanese painting and techniques, such as wash technique in water colour. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.30·Art & Culture·EasyConsider the following statements with reference to Sattriya dance: 1. It was introduced in Bengal in the 15 th century A.D. by Mahapurusha Sankaradeva. 2. It has been nurtured and preserved with great commitment by the Sattras, which are Shaivite monastries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.31·Art & Culture·EasyWhich of the following are the characteristics of the Sarnath School of Art? 1. Plain transparent drapery 2. Both shoulders covered 3. Halo around the head has very little ornamentation. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.33·Art & Culture·EasyWhich of the following musical forms belongs/belong to Carnatic music? 1. Suladi 2. Svarajati 3. Thumri Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.34·Art & Culture·EasyWith reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements: 1. It is a song and dance performance. 2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance. 3. It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.35·Art & Culture·EasyConsider the following pairs : Craft - Heritage of 1. Puthukkuli shawls - Tamil Nadu 2. Sujni embroidery - Maharashtra 3. Uppada Jamdani saris - Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correct ?View question
Q.36·Art & Culture·EasyA household is said to be multi-dimensionally poor in accordance with the Multidimensional Poverty Index. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the household? 1. The household is suffering from ‘extreme poverty’, but not ‘acute poverty’. 2. The household is deprived of clean cooking fuel. 3. The household is deprived of reliable electricity. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question