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INDEX
1. Indian Art & Architecture ....................................................................................................................... 2
2. Indian Painting & Dance Forms .............................................................................................................11
3. Indian Music & Indian Puppetry ........................................................................................................... 18
4. Indian Literatures, Fairs & Festivals.......................................................................................................23
5. Indian Theatre and Miscellaneous ....................................................................................................... 31
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Indian Art & Architecture
With reference to the Vijayanagar kingdom of In which of the following relief sculpture
medieval India, Consider the following inscriptions would you find a scene depicting
statements: the Magadha King Ajathshatru’s visit to Lord
1. Mahanavami dibba was built by King Budhha?
Krishnadevaraya to commemorate his (a) Bharhut
victory over Udaygiri. (b) Sanchi
(c) Kosambi
2. The great “swing-pavilion” is one of the
(d) Sarnath
technical marvels of Vijayanagara
architecture.
Consider the following excerpt.
3. Tenali Ramakrishna, one of the “A number of stupas were built after the
Astadiggajas in the court of Andhra Bhoj, death of Lord Buddha to preserve his relics.
wrote Panduranga Mahatmyam in Mauryan King Ashoka opened up most of
Telugu. them and redistributed the relics in thousands
Which of the statements given above are of newly built stupas.”
Which of the following remains the only
correct?
undisturbed original stupa containing the relics
(a) 1 and 2 only
of Lord Buddha?
(b) 2 and 3 only
(a) Kushinagar
(c) 1 and 3 only
(b) Vaishali
(d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Ramagrama
Consider the following statements: (d) Rajagriha
1. Kalyana Mandapa meant to celebrate
divine weddings was a unique sculptural Consider the following statements:
1. Both Gandhara and Mathura schools of
feature of King Krishnadevarya.
architecture were heavily influenced by all
2. Rulers of Vijayanagara innovated the idea
three major religions of the time.
of displaying the Royal portrait sculpture in
2. Unlike the Mathura School of Architecture,
temples and shrines.
the Amaravati school primarily used Red
3. Hazara Rama Temple was a private temple
Spotted Sandstone for making Buddhist
of the Vijayanagara empire meant to be
sculptures.
used only for kings and their families.
Which of the above statements is/are
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
correct?
(a) 1 only
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) None of the above
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements about 3. The entrance to the nagara style temple’s
Khajuraho temples: garbhagriha, have images such as
1. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments are a mithunas and the river goddesses, and in
group of Hindu and Buddhist temples only. the dravida style , generally sculptures of
2. They were primarily developed by fierce dvarapalas or the door-keepers
Rashtrakuta rulers in the tenth century AD guarding the temple.
3. Khajuraho temple has influence of Which of the above given statements are
Dravidian style of architecture correct?
Which of the above given statements are (a) 1, 2 and 3
incorrect? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Consider the following statements regarding
art forms of Indus Valley Civilization:
1. The statue of "Dancing Girl" is an example
Consider the following statements about the of Terracotta art form.
Odisha temple architecture:
2. Seals have commercial as well as spiritual
1. The temples of Odisha constitute a distinct
significance.
substyle within the Dravidian temple
3. Northern Black Polished Ware pottery
architecture order.
were important components of Harappa
2. The main architectural features of Odisha
art form.
temples are classified in three orders, i.e.,
Which of the following statements given
rekhapida, pidhadeul and khakra.
above is/are correct?
3. The exterior of the temples are lavishly
(a) 1 and 2 only
carved, their interiors generally quite bare.
(b) 2 only
Which of the above given statements is/ are
(c) 3 only
correct?
(d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 only
Consider the following statements regarding
(c) 2 only Gandhara, Mathura and Amaravati school of
(d) 1,2 and 3 architecture:
1. Gandhara school of architecture has
Greco-Roman influence patronized by
With reference to the Differences between Kushanas Rulers.
the Nagara Style and Dravidian Style of 2. Mathura school of architecture was
Temple Architecture, consider the following
patronized by Satvahana rulers who have
statements:
1. Unlike the dravida temple, the nagara multi-religious influence.
temple is enclosed within a compound 3. Amravati school uses White marble and
wall. has mainly Buddhist influence.
2. The vimana in dravidian style is like a Which of the following statements given
stepped pyramid that rises up above are correct?
geometrically rather than the curving (a) 1 and 2 only
shikhara of nagara style. (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
With reference to Indian history, consider the Consider the following statements with
following monuments/temple: reference to Nagara and Dravidian styles of
1. Sonagiri Temple temple architecture:
2. Shikharji Temple 1. Temples in Nagara style followed the
3. Dharmanath Temple panchayatana style of temple building, but
4. Kulpakji Temple were absent in Dravidian style.
Which of the above is a Jaina monument/ 2. Temples in Nagara style do not have
temple? boundary walls, but those in Dravidian
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 style are surrounded by boundary walls.
(b) 2 and 4 only 3. Unlike Nagara style, there is only one
(c) 1, and 3 only vimana on the top of the main temple in
(d) 2, 3 and 4 Dravidian style.
Which of the above statements is/are
correct?
With reference to the Khajuraho School, (a) 1 and 2 only
consider the following statements:
(b) 2 and 3 only
1. The Kalinga rulers developed this style of
(c) 3 only
temple.
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2. The temples were made of sandstone.
3. Panchayatana style of temple making was
With reference to Nagara Temple
followed.
Architecture, which of the following
4. The temple had two chambers-
statements is/are correct ?
garbhagriha and mandapa.
1. The temples are usually built on a stone
Which of the statements given above are
platform with elaborate boundary walls or
correct?
gateways
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
2. The garbhagriha is always located directly
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
under the tallest tower.
(c) 2 and 3 only
3. The pyramidal spire over the garbhagriha
(d) All of the above
is called Amalaka.
Consider the following pairs with reference to Select the correct answer using the code given
themes of sculptures and rock-cut caves in below:
which they have been carved: (a) 1 only
Theme Cave (b) 2 only
1. Andhakasuravadha Elephanta caves (c) 1,2 and 3
2. Ardhanarishwara Ellora caves (d) None of the above
3. Mara Vijaya Ajanta
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly Which of the following edicts describes
matched? Emperor Ashoka’s visit to the birthplace of
(a) 1 and 2 only Lord Buddha?
(b) 2 only (a) Maski
(c) 3 only (b) Sannati
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Rumminidei
(d) Kalsi
Which of the following Monuments of (b) 3 and 4 only

medieval India was built earliest? (c) 1,2 and 4 only
(a) Bara Imambara
(d) 1,3 and 4 only
(b) Rumi Darwaza
(c) Alai Darwaza
Which of the following temples finds mention
(d) Tughlaqabad Fort
in Sanskrit Historian Kalhana’s Rajatarangini?
(a) Meenakshi Amman Temple
(b) Pandrethan Temple
With reference to Hoysala temple
(c) Dashavatara Temple
Architecture, consider the following
statements: (d) None of the above
1. This style of architecture flourished
between the 4th and 5th Century AD when Consider the following Pairs:
the Hoysala influence was at its peak. Temple River
2. These temples were constructed in the 1. Chaturbhuj Temple Betwa
Vesara Style of Architecture and are known 2. Omkareshwar Temple Tapi
for their stellate or star-like pattern. 3. Konark Sun Temple Mahanadi
Which of the above statements is/are Which of the above pairs is/are correctly
correct? matched?
(a) 1 only (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (c) 3 only
(d) None of the above (d) 1,2 and 3
“These Jain temples are one of the most Consider the following statements:
famous celebrated works of the Māru- 1. The Lomas Rishi Cave is one of the many
Gurjara Architecture. They are famous for man-made caves present at the Elephanta
their use of a very pure white marble and group of caves.
intricate marble carvings. There are various 2. The Bagh Caves are renowned for their
temples dedicated to Lord Rishabha and Lord rock cut architecture and splendid Mural
Parshvanath”
paintings.
Which of the following temple complexes has
3. The caves at Badami are predominantly
been described above?
Buddhist.
(a) Palitana Temples
Which of the above statements is/are correct ?
(b) Dilwara Temples
(a) 2 only
(c) Shikharji Temples
(b) 1 and 3 only
(d) Pandrethan Temples
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3
Which of the following temples are examples
of Rock-Cut Architecture?
1. Shore temple at Mahabalipuram
2. Ladkhan temple of Aihole
In the context of Medieval art and culture,
3. Kailash Temple of Ellora which of the following phrases describes
4. Rani ki Vav at Patan “Parchin kari” ?
Select the correct answer using the code given (a) Songs sung by Sufi Mystics
below: (b) Decorational element in Indo-Islamic
(a) 1 and 3 only Architecture
(c) Writing style adopted by Historians of Which of the following temples belong to
Mughal Court the Odisha school of temple architecture?
(d) A form of embroidery during the Mughal 1. Sun Temple at Konark
Era 2. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple
3. Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneshwar
With reference to the Gomateswara statue 4. Jagannath Temple at Puri
at Shravanabelagola, consider the following Select the correct answer using the
statements: codes given below:
1. It is the tallest monolithic statue in the (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
world, carved out of a mountain. (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
2. It was commissioned by Chavundaraya, (c) 1, 2, and 4 only
commander of the Ganga Kings of Mysore. (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
3. It is dedicated to Bahubali, the son of the
last tirthankara of Jainism.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only "The temples are surrounded by high
(b) 2 only boundary walls. The crowning element is
shaped in the form of an octagon and is
(c) 1 and 2 only
known as shikhara. The entrance of the
(d) 1,2 and 3 garbhagriha had sculptures of Dwaarpal,
mithun and yaksha. Water tank inside the
“At this place, there is a masterly temple is a unique feature of this style."
representation of an elephant depicted as if Which temple architecture style/school has
emerging from a rock which has been so cut
been described in the above paragraph?
that it resembles the front part of an
elephant including the head and trunk. It is (a) Maru- Gurjara school
interesting as almost the first attempt at (b) Vesara school
carving a colossal animal figure out of a rock (c) Dravidian school
or a boulder.” (d) Nagara school
The place described in the above excerpt is:
(a) Barabar Caves, Bihar Consider the following pairs:
(b) Dhauli, Odisha Style of architecture Associated to
(c) Karle Caves, Maharashtra 1. Seljuk Style Khilji Dynasty
(d) Sanchi Stupa, Madhya Pradesh 2. Double domes Mamluk Dynasty
3. Tudor arch Shah Jahan
The terms Valabhi, Rekha-prasad, Phamsana 4. Jharokha Jaunpur school
are associated with: Which of the pairs given above are incorrectly
(a) Three types of temple architecture found matched?
in India (a) 1, 3, and 4
(b) Three types of musical instruments played (b) 2, 3, and 4
in Sattriya dance form (c) 1, 2, and 3
(c) Three types of gateways in Gupta (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
architecture
(d) Three types of shikhara styles in Nagara Consider the following pairs:
temple architecture Place of Pilgrimage Rivers
1. Omkareshwar Temple Tapi
2. Trimbakeshwar Temple Bheema
3. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Kaveri Consider the following pairs with reference
Select the correctly matched pairs using the to temples and their schools of
architecture:
codes given below:
School of
(a) 1 and 3 only Temple
architecture
(b) 3 only Dodda Basappa
(c) 2 and 3 only Vesara school
temple
(d) None of the above Vijayanagara
Vittalaswami temple
school
Consider the following statements with Chennakesava
Hoysala school
reference to Gandhara and Mathura schools temple
of sculpture: Modhera sun temple Khajuraho school
1. Both Gandhara and Mathura schools were Which of the above pairs are correctly
patronized by the Kushan rulers. matched?
2. While the Gandhara sculptures were made (a) 1 and 2 only
of red sandstone, Mathura sculptures (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
were made of blue-schist and stucco. (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
3. The Gandhara school had mainly Buddhist (d) 3 and 4 only
influence while the Mathura school was
influenced by Buddhism, Jainism and
Hinduism. Which of the following statements is/are
Which of the statements given above are incorrect about the Stupa Architecture ?
1. The earliest stupas in India were built after
correct?
the death of Buddha.
(a) 1 and 2 only
2. It was a common practice to mention the
(b) 2 and 3 only
name of the patron and the artisan on the
(c) 1 and 3 only
Stupa.
(d) 1, 2 and 3
3. The art of Stupa reached its zenith during
the Mauryan period.
Consider the following pairs with reference
to various dynasties of Sultanate period and Select the correct answer using the codes
development of architectural features: given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
Dynasty Architectural feature
(b) 3 only
Slave dynasty Mameluke style of
(c) 1 and 3 only
architecture
Khilji dynasty Beginning of prominence
of Arcuate style The Lion capital at Sarnath was built to
Tughlaq dynasty Introduction of double commemorate the first ever sermon of
domes Buddha, what do the four lions on the
Sarnath pillar symbolise?
Lodi dynasty Introduction of ‘Batter’
(a) It symbolises victory of non-violence
style of construction
(Ahimsa) over violence.
Which of the above pairs are correctly
(b) It symbolises the Strength of Dhamma over
matched?
all the evils in human life
(a) 1 and 2 only
(c) It depicts the zodiac sign of Leo, the month
(b) 1 and 3 only
in which Buddha was born
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) It symbolises Buddha spreading Dhamma
(d) 2 and 4 only
in all directions. sculpture and stupa architecture whereas

less emphasis was given on temple
Consider the following statements about the architecture in the Gupta period.
Lion Capital at Sarnath: Select the correct answer using the code given
1. The four majestic lions along with the below:
Dharmachakra forms the Indian National (a) 1 only
Emblem. (b) 2 and 3 only
2. The abacus of the Lion capital at Sarnath (c) 1 and 3 only
has four lions carved on it (d) 1, 2 and 3
correct?
(a) 1 only It is a group of 24 Buddhist caves, also
known as “Pandav Leni”. They were carved
(b) 2 only
between 1st century BC and 3rd century AD
(c) Both 1 and 2 and belong to the Hinayana period.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 However, later, the influence of Mahayana
sect can also be found in these caves. Under
Which of the following are the characteristic the Hinayana sect, Buddha’s presence is
features of art and architecture during the indicated through the use of motifs and
Mauryan times?
symbols like throne and footprints.”
1. It was heavily influenced by the
Which of the following caves are described in
Achaemenid architecture.
above statement?
2. It saw the emergence of rock-cut cave
(a) Nasik Caves
architecture and these caves had a simple
(b) Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves
finish and primitive gateways.
(c) Barabar and Nagarjuni caves
3. Mauryan pottery was painted black and
had a simple earthen finish.
Select the correct answer using the codes
given below: Consider the following statements regarding
(a) 1 only the Nataraja Sculpture:
(b) 2 only 1. It has been excavated from Ravana phadi
(c) 1 and 3 only cave.
(d) 1 and 2 only 2. It belongs to Pala sculpture.
3. Shiva is dancing on the figure of a small
With reference to the difference between dwarf.
Cultures of Mauryan period and Gupta Which of the statements given above is/are
Period, Which of the following statements
correct?
is/are correct?
1. Great architectural structures and pillars (a) 3 only
were built during the Mauryan dynasty (b) 1 and 2 only
whereas science, literature, and (c) 1 only
astronomy flourished during the Gupta (d) 1 and 3 only
period.
2. Fa-hien visited the court of Chandragupta
Maurya and Chinese traveller Hiuen Tsang
during the reign of Chandragupta II.
3. The Mauryan period emphasized stone
Which of the following are the prominent travel account

features of the Indo-Islamic Architecture? Which of the statements given above is/are
1. It was a confluence of Indian style and correct?
Persian style. (a) 1 and 2 only
2. New features were introduced like (b) 1 and 3 only
calligraphy and ornamentation to Indian (c) All of the above
architecture which brought massive (d) 2 and 3 only
changes.
3. It was congested architecture. Consider the following statements regarding
4. It heavily used the principle of geometry. caves during Mauryan empire -
5. The islamic rulers introduced the Charbagh 1. During the Mauryan period, Caves were
style of gardening, in which a square block generally used as Chaitaya, as a prayer
was divided into four adjacent identical halls
gardens. 2. Caves were marked by a highly polished
Select the correct answer using the codes finish of the interior walls and decorative
given below: gateways
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only 3. Lomus Rishi Cave carved at Barabar Hills
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only was patronised by Ashoka for the Ajivika
(c) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only sect.
Which of the following statements are
With reference to the Harappan Civilisation Incorrect?
Seals, consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only
1. Steatite, a soft stone found in the river (b) 1 only
beds, was the most commonly used (c) All of the above
material to make seals. (d) 2 only
2. The script on the seal was pictographic and
Consider the following statements regarding
written generally from left to right.
Indian Folk Theatre:
3. The Pashupati Seal was discovered at 1. The Tamasha folk theatre was patronized
Mohenjo-daro. by the powerful Peshwas of the Maratha
Select the correct answer using the code given kingdom.
below: 2. Jatra is a popular folk theatre of eastern
(a) 1 and 2 only India developed under the influence of
(b) 1 and 3 only Shri Chaitanya's Bhakti movement.
(c) 2 and 3 only 3. Bhand pather of Nagaland is a unique
(d) All of the above combination of dance, music and acting.
4. Ankia Naat, Kala and Raslila are forms of
Consider the following statements about South Indian theatre.
Ajanta caves-
Select the correct answer using the code given
1. Ajanta caves are rock-cut caves in the
below:
Satmala ranges on the bank of the
(a) 1, 2 and 3
Waghora river near Nashik.
(b) 2 and 3 only
2. These caves are dedicated to Buddhism (c) 1, 3 and 4
only (d) 1 and 2 only
3. Chinese travellers Fa Hien and Hieun Tsang
have mentioned about Ajanta caves in his
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Consider the following statements regarding With reference to the Dravidian style of
Vesara style of temple architecture: Temple architecture, Consider the following
1. The style of temple architecture that statements:
became popular in northern India is known 1. The Dravidian temples were surrounded
as vesara style by high boundary walls.
2. The height of the temple tower over the 2. Two different vimanas are present on the
sanctum is usually shorter than the top of the main temple.
Vimanas in Dravida temples. 3. The entrance of the garbhagriha had
3. The style was started by the Chalukyas of sculptures of Dwarapala, Mithun, and
Badami and was further improvised by Yakshas.
Rashtrakuta and Hoysala dynasties. 4. The presence of a water tank inside the
Which of the statements given above is/ are temple enclosure was a unique feature of
correct? the Dravidian style.
(a) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(b) 2 and 3 only correct?
(c) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
Consider the following statements regarding (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
temple architecture in India: Answer Key
1. In Khajuraho school both the interior and Q.1) Ans: D Q.26) Ans: B
exterior walls were lavishly decorated with Q.2) Ans: D Q.27) Ans: D
carvings and are mostly made up of Q.3) Ans: A Q.28) Ans: D
sandstone Q.4) Ans: C Q.29) Ans: C
2. In Solanki school the walls are devoid of Q.5) Ans: D Q.30) Ans: B
any carving and they used a variety of Q.6) Ans: D Q.31) Ans: B
material to make temples. Q.7) Ans: A Q.32) Ans: C
3. The Nayaka school of architecture, also Q.8) Ans: B Q.33) Ans: A
known as Madurai school, has an Islamic Q.9) Ans: B Q.34) Ans: B
influence. Q.10) Ans: C Q.35) Ans: A
Which of the statements given above are Q.11) Ans: A Q.36) Ans: D
incorrect? Q.12) Ans: C Q.37) Ans: D
(a) 1 and 2 only Q.13) Ans: C Q.38) Ans: A
(b) 2 only Q.14) Ans: B Q.39) Ans: A
(c) 3 only Q.15) Ans: B Q.40) Ans: A
(d) None of the above Q.16) Ans: C Q.41) Ans: D
Q.17) Ans: C Q.42) Ans: C
Q.18) Ans: B Q.43) Ans: B
Q.19) Ans: B Q.44) Ans: D
Q.22) Ans: A Q.47) Ans: B
Q.23) Ans: A Q.48) Ans: D
Q.25) Ans: B
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Indian Painting & Dance Forms
1. Consider the following pairs: (a) Manjusha Painting

Folk Painting Characteristics (b) Patachitra Scroll Painting
1. Manjusha Scroll Painting from (c) Paitkar Painting
Painting Andhra Pradesh (d) Kalighat Painting
2. Kolam Painting Free hand drawing 5. With reference to Madhubani Painting,
from the Kerala Consider the following given statements:
1. Madhubani Painting is traditionally done
3. Patua Painting Snake Painting from
by the womens of the villages in the state
Bihar
of West Bengal.
4. Tala Pattachitra Temple wall paintings
2. Symbolic figures with religious motifs
from Odisha
usually depict auspicious occasions like
Which of the pair/pairs are incorrectly
birth, marriage and festivals in Madhubani
matched?
painting.
(a) 1 and 3 only
3. “Two-dimension with no shading” is the
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
unique feature of Madhubani Painting.
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
4. “Kohbar Ghar” is a style of the Madhubani
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only
painting traditionally done in Maithil
culture to bless the newlywed couple.
2. The well known mural fresco paintings of
“Flying Apsara” and “Dying Princess” belongs
correct?
to the -
(a) 1 and 4 only
(a) Bagh painting
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(b) Sittanavasal Painting
(c) 2 and 3 only
(c) Ajantha Painting
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) Lepakshi temple painting
6. The terms 'Rupabheda', 'Varnikabhanga' and
3. The well known paintings of “twelve months”
'Sadrisyam' are related to which of the
and “Nal Damayanti” belongs to the -
following?
(a) Kangra School
(a) Components of Indian classical drama as
(b) Kishangarh school
enumerated in Natya Shastra
(c) Amber-jaipur school
(b) Components of Indian folk dance
(d) Tanjore painting
(c) Literary devices used in Sangam literature
(d) Principles of ancient Indian paintings
4. Consider the following given information:
It is a Scroll painting considered one of the
ancient schools of painting practised by tribals 7. “A style of painting characterised by bold
drawing, techniques of shading and the use of
in forested regions. The common theme of this
pure and brilliant colours flourished in South
Painting is “What happens to human life after India during the late 18th and 19th
death”. Painting illustrates motifs of curved centuries.The style is decorative and is
lines and border motifs. It is linked to the social marked by the use of bright colours and
and religious customs like holding yagnas. ornamental details. The conical crown
appearing in the miniature is a typical feature
of this painting “
Which of the following forms of painting is
Which of the following schools of painting is
described in the above passage?
described in the above statement?
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(a) Mughal painting (a) These paintings are done by warli

(b) Golconda painting community, which mainly inhabit the
(c) Tanjore painting chotanagpur region
(d) Malwa painting (b) They use paint with a white pigment made
from a mixture of rice flour and water.
8. Consider the following statements regarding (c) These paintings use a set of basic
“Pala school of art“: geometric shapes: a circle, a triangle, and a
1. Pala school of painting produced some of
square.
the earliest examples of miniature painting
(d) Warli painting got Geographical Indication
in India, existed in the form of illustrations
tag.
to the religious texts on Hinduism
2. Pala school of art was practiced in 11. Consider the following statements regarding “
Magadhan region only. kathak “:
3. It is a naturalistic style which resembles the 1. The nineteenth century saw the golden
ideal forms of contemporary bronze and age of kathak, under the patronage of
stone sculpture, and reflects some feeling Wajid Ali shah, the last nawab of Oudh
of the classical art of Ajanta 2. Kathak as a classical dance in its present
Which of the above given statements is/ are form has influence of Mughal tradition
correct? Which of the above given statements is/are
(a) 1 and 3 only correct?
(b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only
(c) 2 only (b) 2 only
(d) 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
9. Consider the following statement about
Ajanta cave paintings: 12. Consider the following statements regarding “
1. Ajanta is the only surviving example of Odissi “:
painting of the first century BCE and the 1. The Natya Shastra mentions “ Odhra
fifth century CE. Magadha”, which can be identified as the
2. The images of Padmapani and Vajrapani earliest precursor of present day Odissi
are very common in Ajanta paintings 2. Maharis were the chief repositories of this
3. The painting techniques at Ajanta are dance
similar to European fresco techniques. 3. The techniques of movement are built
around the two basic postures of the
Which of the above given statements is / are Chowk and the Tribhanga.
correct? Which of the above given statements are
(a) 1 only correct?
(b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3
10. Which of the following statements is incorrect 13. Consider the following pairs regarding the
regarding “ warli painting “? painting of India:
1. Madhubani: Bihar
2. Patua art: Telangana
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3. Paitkar: West Bengal (c) Warli paintings are drawn on walls using
4. Thangka: Tamil Nadu triangles, circles and squares.
5. Pithora: Gujrat (d) Pithora paintings are drawn by brahmin
How many pairs given above are correctly communities in Punjab and Haryana region
matched? and depiction of animals is a common
(a) Only one pair theme.
(b) Only two pairs
(c) Only three pairs 17. Which of the following statements with
(d) All five pairs reference to folk dance forms in India is
incorrect?
14. With reference to Kathakali, consider the (a) Jawara is a harvest dance from the
following statements: Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh.
1. It traces its origin from Kerala.
(b) Biraha dance is a popular form of
2. It uses elaborate facial make-up along with
entertainment in rural Rajasthan and
a headgear that is used for different
portrays the pain of women, whose
characters.
partners are away from home.
3. It symbolises the element of earth.
(c) Jat-Jatin is a dance from northern Bihar
representing the love of a married couple.
correct?
(d) Mayilattam is a dance from Kerala, in
(a) 1 only
which young girls are dressed like a
(b) 1 and 3 only
peacock.
(c) 2 only
(d) 1 and 2 only 18. Consider the following statements with
reference to Mughal Era paintings:
15. Which of the following are the folk dances of
1. Mughals brought the technique of
India?
1. Kalbelia foreshortening to India.
2. Kaikottikali 2. The defining features of paintings in
3. Chhau Akbar’s period are the use of 3
4. Kuchipudi dimensional figures.
5. Sattriya 3. During the reign of Shahjahan, the practice
6. Padayani of decorated margins around the paintings
Select the correct answer using the code given was developed.
below: Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 6 only (a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2, 4 and 6 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only (c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2, 3, 5 and 6 only (d) 1 and 3 only
16. With reference to folk paintings in 19. Consider the following statements with
reference to Bharatnatyam and Kuchipudi
India, Which of the following statements is
dance forms:
incorrect? 1. Bharat Muni’s Natya Shastra is an
(a) Madhubani paintings are two-dimensional important source of information on both
paintings themed on religious motifs. the dance forms.
(b) Thangka paintings belong to Himachal 2. While Bharatanatyam gives equal
Pradesh and are based on Buddhist ideals.
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importance to Tandava and Lasya aspects

of dance, Kuchipudi majorly focuses on the 23. Consider the following pairs:
Lasya aspect of dance. Folk Dance State
3. A mridangam player, violinist or a veena 1. Luddi dance Punjab
2. Thang ta Manipur
player accompany both Bharatanatyam
3. Mosak Sumani Tripura
and Kuchipudi.
4. Purulia Chhau Tamil Nadu
Which of the above statements is/are Which of the pairs given above is/are
correct? correctly matched?
(a) 1 only (a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only (c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
20. Consider the following statement about the 24. With reference to kalbelia dance of
pahari style of painting. India, Consider the following statement.
1. Basohli school is a painting of pahari style. 1. It is a UNESCO Intangible heritage sensual
2. Gita Govinda, Bhagavata purana and satsai dance form performed by Kalbelia tribes
are among the several famous subjects of from Rajasthan.
this style of painting. 2. In Kalbelia dance, Men perform the swirls
Which of the statements given above are replicating the movement of snakes while
correct? dancing
(a) 1 only 3. Kalbelia tribes use only pungi (Been) as
(b) 2 only musical instruments.
(c) Both 1 and 2 Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 correct ?
(a) 1 only
21. Which of the following historical places are
(b) 2 only
known for prehistoric rock paintings ?
1. Jogimara caves (c) 1 and 3 only
2. Bhimbetka caves (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Narsinghgarh
25. Alarippu, Jatiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam -
terms associated with which of the following
Select the correct answer using the codes dance forms ?
given below: (a) Kuchipudi
(a) 2 only (b) Mohiniattam
(b) 2 and 3 only (c) Bharatnatyam
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) Odissi
(d) 1, 2 and 3
26. Consider the following statements with
22. The painting of 'Bodhisattva Vajrapani' is one respect to classical dance forms of India:
of the most famous and oft- illustrated 1. At present, there are 8 classical dance
paintings at - forms recognised by Sangeet Natak
(a) Elephanta Caves Akademi.
(b) Ajanta Caves 2. ‘Fire Dance‘ is another name of Sattriya
dance form.
(c) Ellora Caves
3. Mangalacharan is the opening ritual of
(d) Bagh Caves
Odissi dance form.
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Which of the above statements is/are (a) 1 only

correct? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3. 30. "It is the oldest among all classical dance
forms. Its origin can be traced back to the solo
27. Which of the following statements is incorrect dance performances of the temple dancers or
with respect to Kathak dance form ? 'devadasis' in the southern region of the
(a) Jugalbandi, a competitive play between country. In this dance form, equal emphasis
dancer and tabla player is the main is given on both the Tandava and Lasya
attraction of this type of dance form. aspects of dance, with major emphasis on
‘mudras’. 'Alarippu', 'Jatiswaram', 'Shabdam'
(b) Naga Bandha mudra ( body connected
are some of the major elements of this
through curves in shape of 8) is an dance."
important component of Kathak dance Which one of the following Indian classical
form. dances has been described in the above
(c) Kathak dance is generally accompanied paragraph?
with dhrupad music. (a) Kuchipudi Dance
(d) Kathak dance form was influenced by (b) Bharatnatyam Dance
Persian costumes and style of dancing. (c) Mohiniattam
(d) Kathak
28. Consider the following pairs of Indian dance 31. Which of the following statements with
forms and prominent musical instruments reference to regional schools of painting in
associated with them: India is incorrect?
1. Kalbelia: Been (a) ‘Tamasha’ paintings were part of Mewar
2. Manipuri: Pung school of painting that show court
ceremonial and city view.
3. Kuchipudi: Mridangam
(b) Bani Thani paintings of Marwar school
Which of the pairs given above is/are
intertwin lives and myths, romance and
correctly matched?
bhakti.
(a) 1 only (c) ‘Twelve months’ paintings of Basholi
(b) 2 and 3 only school bring forth the effect of the 12
(c) 1 and 3 only months on the emotions of human beings.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (d) Tanjore school is famous for decorative
paintings created on glass and wooden
planks.
reference to the classical dances in India: 32. Consider the following statements regarding
1. The Lasya aspect of dance is dominant in a Mughal era paintings?
Mohiniyattam recital. 1. Under Akbar, mughal painting reached its
2. Odissi and Kathak both are generally zenith.
accompanied with Carnatic music. 2. Mughal mainly practice miniature painting
as a book of illustration or an album called
3. Kuchipudi dance is generally accompanied by
muraqqa.
Hindustani classical music.
Which of the statement(s) given above
is/are incorrect ?
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3. Shahjahan discouraged to use gold and 35. With reference to a dance form, consider the
silver in the painting, because of the following statements:
declining in the treasures. 1. It is the traditional dance form of Uttar
Which of the statements given above is/are Pradesh.
incorrect? 2. Jugalbandi is the main attraction of its
(a) 1 only recital which shows a competitive play
(b) 2 and 3 only between the dancer and the table player.
(c) 1 and 3 only 3. It is generally accompanied with dhrupad
music.
Identify the dance form from the options
given below:
33. Consider the following statements regarding (a) Kathak
the kuchipudi dance form:
(b) Sattriya
1. Most of the Kuchipudi recitals are based on
stories of Bhagwata purana but have a (c) Raslila
secular theme. (d) Mohiniattam
2. The dance involves all three components
of classical dances: Nritta, Nritya and 36. Recently, GI tag has been accorded to the
Natya. Sohrai painting of Jharkhand. Consider the
3. Only lasya elements are observed in this following statements about this painting -
dance form, thus holds a very graceful 1. Matriarchy is a key part in Sohrai painting
nature. tradition.
4. A Kuchipudi recital is generally
2. Sohrai painting is done on Jute or paper.
accompanied with Carnatic music.
Which of the above statements given 3. Theme of the painting differs from village to
above are correct? village and community to community
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(b) 2 and 3 only Correct?
(c) 3 and 4 only (a) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
34. With reference to a cave painting, consider (d) 3 only
the following:
1. The unique feature of the paintings is that 37. Consider the following statements with
each female figure has a unique hairstyle. respect to the characteristics of Classical
dance:
2. The common themes of these paintings
1. Nritta refers to the sentiment and the
range from Jataka stories to the life of
emotions evoked through dance
Buddha
2. Tandava is symbolic to the male aspects of
3. The walls of the caves have both murals
dance which emphasis on bhava, abhinava,
and fresco paintings.
and rasa
4. The outline of the figures is red ochre, with
3. The karuna rasa of Classical dance deals
contours of brown, black or deep red.
with attributes of Love.
Identify the cave painting from the options
given below:
Correct?
(a) Ellora Cave Painting
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) Bagh Cave Painting (b) 3 only
(c) Ajanta Cave Painting (c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) Ravan Chhaya Rock Shelter (d) None of the above.
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38. Consider the following pairs regarding folk (a) 1 and 2 only
dance of India: (b) 2 and 3 only
1. Chhau Maharashtra (c) 1 and 3 only
2. Paika Odisha (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Kummi Tamil nadu
4. Thang ta Sikkim
41. Consider the following statements to Ajanta
5. Kalbelia Gujarat caves painting:
How many pairs given above are 1. The walls of Ajanta caves have both murals
correctly matched?
and fresco paintings.
(a) Only one pair
2. The unique features of the Ajanta painting
(b) Only two pairs
is expressed emotions through hand
(c) Only three pairs
gestures.
(d) All five pairs 3. The common themes of these paintings
range from Mahabharata stories to the life
39. This dance is also known as ekaharya, where of Lord Rama to elaborate decorative
one dancer takes on many roles in a single
patterns of flora and fauna.
performance. The dance involves transitional
movements of leg, hip and arm. Expressive Which of the statements given above are
eye movements and hand gestures are used correct?
to convey emotions. The accompanying (a) 1 and 3 only
orchestra consists of a vocalist, a mridangam (b) 2 and 3 only
player, violinist or veena player, and a cymbal (c) 1 and 2 only
player. The person who conducts the dance
(d) 1,2 and 3
recitation is the Nattuvanar. In its usual form
the dance is generally broken into seven main
parts – Alarippu, Jatiswaran, Shabda, Varna, Answer Key
Pada, Thillana and Sloka. Q.1) Ans: C Q.22) Ans: B
Which of the following dances is being Q.2) Ans: C Q.23) Ans: D
described in the above-given passage? Q.3) Ans: A Q.24) Ans: A
(a) Bharatnatyam Q.4) Ans: C Q.25) Ans: C
(b) Manipuri Q.5) Ans: B Q.26) Ans: B
(c) Kathakali Q.6) Ans: D Q.27) Ans: B
(d) Kuchipudi Q.7) Ans: C Q.28) Ans: D
Q.8) Ans: D Q.29) Ans: B
40. Consider the following statements regarding Q.9) Ans: C Q.30) Ans: B
the Mughal Miniature paintings: Q.10) Ans: A Q.31) Ans: C
1. Humayun acquired the services of Abdus Q.11) Ans: C Q.32) Ans: C
Samad and Mir Sayyid Ali from Persian Q.12) Ans: D Q.33) Ans: D
court, who were responsible for bringing Q.13) Ans: B Q.34) Ans: C
Persian influence in the Mughal paintings Q.14) Ans: D Q.35) Ans: A
2. Akbar was responsible for establishment Q.15) Ans: A Q.36) Ans: B
of an entire department devoted to the Q.16) Ans: D Q.37) Ans: D
paintings and a formal artistic studio called Q.17) Ans: B Q.38) Ans: B
Tasvir Khana Q.18) Ans: C Q.39) Ans: A
3. The Indian Influence started in the Mughal Q.19) Ans: C Q.40) Ans: A
paintings during Shahjahan’s period Q.20) Ans: C Q.41) Ans: C
Which of the statements given above are Q.21) Ans: D
correct?
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Indian Music & Indian Puppetry
1. Consider the following pairs: 4. Which of the following given singers are
Musical Treaties Author considered as a trinity of Carnatic music?
1. Sangeet Ratnakar Bharat Muni (a) Purandara Dasa, Bhadrachala Ramadasu,
2. Natyashastra Sarangdeva Tyagaraja
3. Brihaddeshi Matanga (b) Kshetrayya, Tyagaraja, Shyam Shastri
Which of the pairs given above is/are (c) Tyagaraja, Shyam Shastri, Muthuswamy
correctly matched? Dikshitar
(a) 1 and 3 only (d) Purandara Dasa, Shyam Shastri,
(b) 2 and 3 only Bhadrachala Ramadasu
(c) 3 only
5. Consider the following pairs regarding folk
music of India:
Folk Music State
2. Ragas and Rasas are two important
1. Baul Bihar
components of the Indian Classical music.
Which of the following best describes the 2. Pandavani Himachal Pradesh
difference between the two? 3. Panihari Rajasthan
(a) Raga is the base of the musical rhythm and 4. Lavani Maharashtra
Rasa is the basis of melody How many pairs given above are correctly
(b) Raga is an emotional response to the matched?
melodic composition called Rasa (a) Only one pair
(c) Both Raga and Rasa are same and only (b) Only two pairs
differ when used with different Talas. (c) Only three pairs
(d) Raga is a subtle and aesthetic melodic form (d) All four pairs
while Rasa is emotions which are evoked
through it. 6. Consider the following statements regarding
Indian Puppetry:
3. With reference to the Indian classical music, 1. The origin of puppetry can be found in
Consider the following statements: Harappan in North as well as Sangam
1. Both the Carnatic and Hindustani styles culture in South India.
give principal prominence to the melody. 2. Kathputli is a form of Shadow puppetry
2. Veena, Mridangam and Mandolin are while Yampuri is a Rod puppetry.
musical instruments of Hindustani Music. Which of the following statements given
3. Hindustani music has only one prescribed above is/are incorrect?
style of singing whereas in Carnatic style (a) 1 only
several sub styles are present. (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above are (c) Both 1 and 2
incorrect? (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2 and 3 only 7. Which of the following are examples of the
(c) 1 and 3 only Shadow Puppets:
(d) None of the above 1. Ravan Chhaya
2. Pavakoothu
3. Tholu Bommalata
4. Putul Nacch
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Select the correct answer using the code given 10. Consider the following statements about
below: Indian puppetry :
(a) 1 and 3 only 1. The excavation sites at Harappa and
(b) 2 and 4 only Mohenjo-daro have yielded puppets
(c) 1 and 2 only 2. The earliest written reference to puppetry
(d) 3 and 4 only is found in the Tamil classic Thirukurral.
3. Gombayetta and Bommalattam are
8. Which of the following are the features of examples of shadow puppet
String Puppetry: Which of the statements given above is/ are
1. They were placed on a white screen with correct?
light falling from behind, creating a (a) 1 only
shadow on the screen. (b) 3 only
2. Oil colour is used to paint the wood with (c) 2 and 3 only
skin colour and add other facial features (d) 1,2 and 3
such as eyes, lips, nose, etc.
3. Small wooden pipes are created with the 11. With reference to puppet forms of India,
body to form the limbs. The body is then consider the following pairs :
covered with colourful miniature dresses Puppet form States
and stitched. 1. Kundhei Odisha
Select the correct answer using the code given 2. Gombeyatta Karnataka
below: 3. Putul Nautch Assam
(a) 1 and 3 only 4. Pavakoothu Kerala
(b) 2 and 3 only Which of the pairs given above is/ are
(c) 1 and 2 only correctly matched ?
(d) All of the above (a) Only one pair
(b) Only two pairs
9. Consider the following statement regarding (c) Only three pairs
“Dhrupad “: (d) All four pairs
1. It is one of the oldest and grandest forms
of Carnatic classical music and finds its 12. With reference to Dhrupad Music, consider
mention in Natyashastra the following statements:
2. Although Dhrupad consolidated its 1. It is one of the oldest forms of Carnatic
position as a classical form of music in the music and also mentioned in Natyashastra.
13th century, it reached its zenith in the 2. Swami Haridas and Tansen are associated
court of emperor Muhammed shah. with the Dhrupad music and contemporary
3. Dhrupad includes use of sanskrit syllables of Akbar.
and is of temple origin. 3. Dhrupad starts with Alap and Dhrupad
Which of the statements given above is/ are compositions have four parts or stanzas.
correct? Which of the statements given above is/are
(a) 1 only correct?
(c) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) None of the above (c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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13. Which of the following is/are similarities 16. The terms Pallavi, Charana, Anu-Pallavi are
between Hindustani music and Carnatic associated with -
music? (a) Parts of Carnatic style composition
1. Both music originated in the Bhakti (b) Limbs/principles of Vachakabhinaya
movement. (c) Ragas in Hindustani classical music
2. Both have a deep association with religion. (d) Parts of Indian Classical Dance-
Select the correct answer using the code given Bharatnatyam
below:
(a) 1 only 17. With reference to the origin of puppetry,
consider the following statements:
(b) 2 only
1. The earliest reference of puppetry in India
(c) Both 1 and 2 is found in the book named Natyashastra.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The earliest evidence of puppetry in India
is found in the Indus Valley Civilization.
14. Consider the following statements about Which of the above given statements is/are
Amir Khausro: correct ?
1. He is credited with the origin of Qawwali, (a) 1 only
Khayal, Tarana and Thumri (b) 2 only
2. He is also credited with the invention of (c) Both 1 and 2
Sehtar and enriched Indian classical music
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
by introducing Persian and Arabic
elements in it.
Which of the statements given above is/are 18. Consider the following statements related to
correct? a type of puppetry prevalent in India:
(a) 1 only 1. Puppets are carved from wood and are 3-4
feet in height.
(b) 2 only
2. One of its sub forms resembles the
(c) Both 1 and 2 Bunraku puppets of Japan.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Mostly accompanied by 3-4 musicians
playing harmonium, cymbals and tabla.
15. With reference to cultural history of India, Which of the following puppetry forms is
consider the following statements: mentioned here ?
1. Purandar Dasa is widely referred to as (a) Yampuri
“Pitamaha or father/grandfather of (b) Putul Nach
Carnatic Music” (c) Pavakoothu
2. Purandar Dasa was a contemporary of (d) Ravana Chhaya
Annamacharya.
3. Purandar Dasa composed sankeertanas in 19. The musical instruments, Chenda, Chengiloa,
praise of Lord Venkateswara. Ilathalam and Shankha (conch), are used in
4. Annamacharya composed the famous which type of puppetry in India ?
(a) Pavakoothu
composition Dasa Sahithya.
(b) Togalu Gombeyaata
Select the correct answer by using the codes
(c) Ravan Chayya
given below:
(d) Bommalattam
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
20. Which of the following puppetry have
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only features of both rod and string puppetry ?
(d) 1, 2 and 3 only (a) Bommalattam
(b) Gombeyatta
(c) Putul Nach
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(d) Yampuri Which of the statements given above are

correct?
21. Which of the following statements is incorrect (a) 1 and 2 only
about Ravan Chaya puppetry? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) In this type, usage of deer skin is (c) 1 and 3 only
prevalent in making of the puppets. (d) All of the above
(b) Ravan Chaya is considered as the most
advanced form of theatrical puppetry
(c) In Ravan Chaya puppetry there is
reference to the Puppetry:
presence of non- human puppets as
1. It is one of the ancient forms of
various props during the puppetry show.
entertainment, but it doesn’t give much
(d) Ravan Chaya puppets are the largest and
freedom to the artist in form, design,
heaviest of all puppets made in India. colour and movement.
2. The oldest written reference to puppetry is
22. Which among the following is not a type of found in the Tamil classic Silappadikaram,
‘Shadow puppetry’ ? written around 1st and 2nd century B.C.
(a) Tholpavakoothu Which of the statements given above is/are
(b) Charma Bahuli Natya correct?
(c) Gombeyatta (a) 1 only
(d) Tholu Bommalata
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
23. Consider the following statements regarding (d) Neither 1 nor 2
various Ragas of Hindustani music:
1. Raga Todi is played at night while Raga
Darbari is primarily sung early in the
26. consider the following statements regarding
morning. Hindustani musical styles:
2. Raag Kalyan is a raga that is particularly
1. Thumri is based on mixed ragas and its
practiced in devotional songs.
compositions are either romantic or
3. Raag Khamaj is a raga that is considered to
devotional in nature.
be a light-hearted one, very popular in the
2. Tappa is a style in which, rhythm plays a
Indian musical genre of thumris.
very important role as the compositions
are based on fast, subtle and knotty
correct? constructions
(a) 1 only 3. Ghazal is a poetic form that consists of
(b) 2 and 3 only rhyming couplets and a refrain, with each
(c) 1 and 3 only line sharing the same meter.
(d) 1 and 2 only Which of the statements given above is/ are
incorrect ?
24. With reference to Carnatic Music, consider
(a) 1 only
the following statements:
(b) 2 only
1. The music is kriti based and focuses more (c) 3 only
on the sahitya or the lyric quality of the (d) None of the above
musical piece.
2. The mridangam is an ancient percussion
instrument that is an essential part of
South Indian Carnatic music.
3. The first or the second thematic lines of
the composition are referred to as
‘Pallavi’.
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27. ” It is the most theatrical shadow puppetry Answer Key

and is a popular form of entertainment in the Q.1) Ans: C Q.16) Ans: A
Odisha region. The puppets are made of deer Q.2) Ans: D Q.17) Ans: B
skin and depict bold and dramatic postures. Q.3) Ans: B Q.18) Ans: B
They do not have any joints attached to them,
Q.4) Ans: C Q.19) Ans: A
making it a more complex art. Use of non-
human puppets such as trees and animals is Q.5) Ans: B Q.20) Ans: A
common” Q.6) Ans: B Q.21) Ans: D
Which of the following type of puppetry is Q.7) Ans: A Q.22) Ans: C
described in above statement ? Q.8) Ans: B Q.23) Ans: B
(a) Ravanchhaya Q.9) Ans: C Q.24) Ans: D
(b) Kathputli
(c) Kundhei
Q.11) Ans: C Q.26) Ans: D
(d) Pavakoothu
Q.12) Ans: B Q.27) Ans: A
28. Match the following puppets with their Q.14) Ans: B Q.29) Ans: A
performing states/ regions - Q.15) Ans: A
Sr.
Puppet Types of Puppet
No.
1. Kathi Kandhe Rod Puppet
2. Tholpavakoothu Shadow Puppet
3. Bommalattam String Puppet
4. PavaKoothu Glove Puppet

Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:
(a) Only One Pair
(b) Only Two Pairs
(c) Only Three Pairs
(d) All Four Pairs
29. With reference to Sant Tukaram , consider the

following statements:
1. He was the 13th century Bhakti poet , born
in present day Maharashtra
2. He composed devotional poetry called
Abhangas
3. Saint Chaitanya Mahaprabhu ,a famous
Bhakti saint and social reformer of Eastern
India was his guru
Which of the statements given above is/ are
correct ?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 3 only
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Indian Literature, Fairs & Festivals
1. In the context of Buddhist literature, consider 4. Which of the following statements is/are
the following statements regarding the correct regarding Indian literature?
Buddhist literature: 1. Uttara Rama Charitra was a Tamil
1. Lalitavistara is a Sanskrit text dealing with contemporary of the Ramayana.
Mahayana Buddhism. 2. The mention of the celebration of Holi is
2. Mahavastu contains Jataka tales and is
found in Ratnavali.
written in multiple languages.
Which of the statements given above is/are Select the correct answer using the codes
correct? given below:
(a) 1 only (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
5. Consider the following with regard to Sangam

2. Consider the following pairs: Literature:
Text Author 1. It was the most important work of Telugu
1. Hitopadesha Vishnu Sharma literature.
2. Natya Shastra Bharata 2. Ettuthokai is the arrangement of sangam
3. Katha-sarit-sagar Somadeva literature in eight anthologies.
4. Madalasa Charita Harshavardhana 3. They were mainly composed and compiled
Which of the pairs given above is/are during 300 BC and 300 AD.
correctly matched? Which of the statements given above are
(a) 1 and 3 only correct?
(b) 2 and 3 only (a) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 4 only (c) 1 and 2 only
3. Which of the statements given below 6. With reference to Saga Dawa, consider the
is least appropriate regarding following statements:
the Mahakavyas? 1. It is celebrated on the full moon day.
(a) They have been composed as a part of 2. It is celebrated to commemorate the birth,
Classical Sanskrit enlightenment and death of the Buddha.
(b) They are believed to be belonging to 3. It is a festival of Central India.
the Dvapara yuga and the treta yuga. Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(c) The two texts are completely dissociated
(a) 1 and 3 only
with each and have no mention of the
(b) 2 and 3 only
events of one another.
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) While Ramayana is referred to
as Adikavya, Mahabharata was referred to
as Jaya.
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7. With reference to Sanskrit literature of India , (d) All four pairs

consider the following pairs : 10. Consider the following statements regarding
Sanskrit literature Authored by ‘The Medaram Jathara:’
1. Kumarasambhava Kalidasa 1. Medaram Jatara is celebrated by the Garo
2. Kiratarjuniya Bharavi tribe.
3. Mudrarakshasa Vishakhadutta 2. Medaram Jathara is conducted in honor of
4. Mricchakatika Sudhraka the Goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma.
Which of the pairs given above are correctly 3. It is celebrated once every 2 years in the
matched ? month of 'Magha' (February) on the full
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only moon day.
(b) 2 and 3 only Select the correct answer using the codes
(c) 1,3 and 4 only given below:
(d) All of the above (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
8. Consider the following about Buddhist (c) 1 and 3 only
literature. (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. The Abhidhamma Pitaka contains dialogue
and speeches of the Buddha that deal with 11. With reference to Sangam Literature Which of
morality and righteous dharma. the following statements is correct?
2. The Sutta Pitaka concentrates on (a) Tolkappiyam is a work on Tamil grammar
philosophy and metaphysics. As well of aham (war, government etc.) and puram
discussions on various topics like ethics, (love) only.
theory of knowledge and psychology. (b) Silappadigaram was written by Illango
3. Vinaya pitaka covers the rules and Adigal and marks the beginning of the
regulations, which should be followed by pattini cult.
the Buddhist monks. (c) Manimegalai was written by Sattanar and
Select the correct answer using the codes is a sort of Jain supplement to the
given below: Silappadikaram.
(a) 1 and 3 only (d) None of the above
(b) 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 12. Consider the following statements about the
Lokayata philosophy:
(d) 2 only
1. Charvaka was the main expounder of this
philosophy.
9. Consider the following pairs regarding local
festival of India: 2. The philosophy is non-materialistic in
Festival State nature.
1. Wangala festival Meghalaya 3. It showed lack of belief in other worlds
2. Surajkund crafts fair Haryana and denied the existence of the
3. Hornbill festival Manipur supernatural agency.
4. Saga dawa Nagaland
correct?
How many pairs given above are correctly
(a) 2 only
matched?
(b) 1 and 2 only
(a) Only one pair
(c) 1 and 3 only
(b) Only two pairs
(c) Only three pairs
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13. Which one of the following texts reflect 16. With reference to the literature of ancient
ritualistic formulae and enunciate the science India, Consider the following pairs:
of sacrifice? Literature Author
(a) Samhita 1. Gita Govinda Jaydeva
(b) Aranyakas 2. Buddhacarita Amarasimha
(c) Brahmanas 3. Kalidasa
(d) Upanishad Malavikagnimitram
4. Harshacharita Harshavardhana
14. In the context of the Jain religious texts, Which of the pairs given above is/are
Which of the following statements is/are incorrectly matched?
Incorrect ? (a) 1 and 2 only
1. Agamas are considered supreme (b) 2 and 3 only
sacred texts by (c) 2 and 4 only
both Digambaras and Svetambaras. (d) 1 and 3 only
2. The compilation of Agamas was done
at the Vallabhi council of Jainism. 17. Consider the following statements regarding
3. The Jain texts contain works of the festivals of India:
Gujarati and Marathi but are devoid of 1. Cheti Chand is celebrated as the Sindhi
Kannada.
New Year in the month of Chaitra.
given below: 2. Mask dance forms an important part
(a) 1 and 2 only of Hemis Gompa, a Jain festival.
(b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(c) 1 and 3 only correct?
(d) 1, 2, and 3 (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
15. With reference to the Indian literature, which (d) Neither 1 nor 2
of the statements given below is/are
incorrect?
18. In the context of Kumbha Mela, which of the
1. Vande Mataram, the national song, is a
statements given below is/are incorrect?
part of Anandamath. 1. Ardh-Kumbha Mela is organized every six
2. Dingal and Pingal are associated with years in four cities of India.
Telugu literature. 2. Simhastha Kumbha is associated with the
3. Saint Jnaneshwar has been associated with rivers Godavari and Shipra.
the practice of Kirtan. 3. It is the only tradition added to UNESCO’s
list of Intangible Heritage from Uttar
Pradesh.
given below: Select the correct answer using the codes
(a) 1 and 3 only given below:
(c) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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19. Consider the following statements: 22. Consider the following statements with
1. Vallam Kali and Onakanikal is a prominent reference to Yoga school of philosophy and
feature observed in Onam. Nyaya school of philosophy:
2. Sair-e-Gul Faroshan is a festival associated 1. The Yoga school is believed to be founded
with the Yogmaya Temple of Delhi. by Patanjali and the Nyaya school by
Which of the statements given above is/are Kanada.
correct? 2. According to Yoga school salvation can be
(a) 1 only achieved by combining meditation and
(b) 2 only physical application of yogic postures,
(c) Both 1 and 2 whereas according to Nyaya school, it can
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 be achieved by logical thinking.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are
20. Consider the following pairs of toys produced correct?
in India and their traditional centres of (a) 1 only
production: (b) 2 only
Toys Production centre (c) Both 1 and 2
1. Channapatna toys Karnataka (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. Kondapalli toys Kerala 23. Consider the following pairs of Literature on
3. Kinhal toys West Bengal Science and Technology and their
descriptions:
Which of the above pair(s) is/are correctly Literary work Description
matched? 1. Aryabhatiya Zero as number
(a) 1 only 2. Brahmasputa Methods of calculating
Siddhanta large units of time
(b) 1 and 2 only
3. Ganit Sara
(c) 2 and 3 only Concepts of algebra
Sangraha
(d) 1 and 3 only 4. Siddhanta Cyclic method to solve
Shiromani algebraic equations
21. Consider the following statements with Which of the above pairs are correctly
reference to Samkhya philosophical school: matched?
1. It is founded by Kapil Muni and believed in
dualism. (a) 1 and 2 only
2. The school gives importance to acquisition (b) 2 and 3 only
of knowledge for attainment of salvation. (c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only
3. The philosophy argues that Prakriti and
Purusha are absolute and independent.
24. Which of the following statements with
Which of the above statements are correct?
reference to Buddhist literature is correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) Jatakas are examples of Buddhist canonical
(b) 2 and 3 only literature which compiles the stories from
(c) 1 and 3 only the Buddha after his death.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) Dipavamsa contains various stories
associated with the life of Buddha till
Mahaparinibbana.
(c) Lalitavistara sutra mentions the visit of
Buddha to South-East Asian countries.
(d) Mahavibhasa Shastra is a Mahayana text
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that contains discussions about other non- 2. Nine learned literary persons were
Buddhist philosophies. attached to Krishna deva raya’s court and
they were called Navaratnas , the most
25. Consider the following statements with important one being Allasani Peddana.
reference to coinage in Indian history: 3. Krishna deva raya , wrote Amuktamalyada
1. Indo-Greek introduced the fashion of and jambavati kalyana
showing the bustor head of the ruler on Which of the statements given above are
the coins. correct?
2. Satavahana coins had the figure of an (a) 1 and 2 only
elephant, horse or lion on one side and (b) 2 and 3 only
Ujjain symbol on the other side. (c) 1 and 3 only
3. The coins issued by Harsha were square in (d) 1,2, and 3
shape with an image of fish.
Which of the above statements are correct? 28. Consider the following statements regarding
religious festivals:
(a) 1 and 2 only
1. Paryushana is the most important annual
(b) 2 and 3 only
holy event for Celebrated by Mahayana
(c) 1 and 3 only
sect
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Mahamastakabhisheka is one of the
biggest and important festivals for Jain
26. consider the following statements about community, celebrated every year at
Indian toys: Shravanabelagola city situated in
1. Channapatna Toys produced in Karnataka Karnataka
are Traditionally made from ivory-wood. 3. The festival of Navroz is to celebrate the
2. The Kondapalli toys are made from soft festival of New Year for the Parsi
wood known as Tella Poniki which are community
found in nearby Kondapalli Hills in Andhra Which of the statements given above is/ are
Pradesh correct?
3. Kinhal is a unique wooden craft flourished (a) 1 and 2 only
under the royal patronage of Vijayanagara (b) 2 and 3 only
Empire. (c) 3 only
4. Channapatna toys , Kondapalli toys and (d) None of the above
kinhal toys got geographical indication tag
Which of the statements given above are 29. With reference to India History, consider the
correct? following texts:
(a) 1,2, and 4 only 1. Vinaya Pitaka
(b) 2 ,3 and 4 only 2. Parikaramas
(c) 1,2, and 3 only 3. Milinda Panha
(d) 1,2,3, and 4 4. Sutta Pitaka
5. Chhedab Sutra
27. Regarding cultural contribution of
Which of the above given texts are Buddhist
Vijayanagar kingdom , consider the following
statements: texts?
1. The reign of Krishna Deva Raya in (a) 1, 3 and 5 only
Vijayanagara Empire is known as the (b) 2, 3 and 4 ony
Golden Age of Telugu Literature. (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
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(d) All of the above class.

3. They argue that everything in the Universe
30. Consider following statements about Vedic was created by the five main elements:
Literature –
fire, air, water, earth and ether (sky).
1. Puranas, Upanga, and Angama belong to
'Shruti literature' of vedic literature 4. Brihaspati laid the foundation stone of this
2. Aranyakas lay absolute emphasis on rites, school
ritual and sacrifices Select the correct answer using the codes
3. Chandogya Upanishad was recorded by given below:
Shahjahan's son Dara Shikoh (a) 1 ,2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/are (b) 2 ,3 and 4 only
Incorrect? (c) 1,2 and 4 only
(a) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2,3 and 4
(b) 1 and 3 only
33. Consider the following statements about
(c) 3 only
Orthodox school of Indian philosophy:
(d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Samkhya School is the oldest school of
philosophy and was founded by Kanada .
31. Consider the following statements regarding
2. The Yoga school argue that human being
Buddhist literatures –
can achieve salvation by combining
1. Jatakas are folklore literature which
meditation and physical application of
contain the teachings (dhamma) and
yogic techniques
sermons of Lord Buddha
3. Vaisheshika school has a very scientific
2. Dipavamsa is written in Prakrit languages
approach and they developed the atomic
and deals with Bodhi Tree's arrival in Sri
theory, i.e. all material objects are made of
Lanka
atoms
3. Lalitavistara is a Sanskrit text that deals 4. Nyaya school argue that the Vedas contain
with the tales of previous births of Buddha the eternal truth and they are the
in poems. repositories of all knowledge
Which of the statements given above is/are Which of the statements given above are
incorrect? correct ?
(a) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1,2,3 and 4

ancient Indian Scientific literatures:
32. Which of the following statements is/are 1. Bhaskaracharya wrote Ganit Sara Sangraha
correct about “Charvaka School of Indian , which is the earliest Indian text entirely
Philosophy” ? dedicated to Mathematics.
1. The Charvaka School was the main 2. Atharva Veda was the first book where a
propounder of the materialistic view to mention about the diseases, its cure and
achieve salvation. medicines can be found.
3. Charak Samhita mainly deals with use of
2. They argued against Gods and their plants and herbs for medicinal purposes.
representatives on the earth , the priestly
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4. Aryabhatta in his book Brahmasputa 3. The Naqshbandi Silsilah opposed the

Siddhanta mentioned Zero as a number. listening of religious music and the practice
Which of the statements given above are of pilgrimage to the tombs of saints
incorrect ?
(a) 1 and 2 only
incorrect?
(b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
35. Consider the following statements with (d) 1 ,2 and 3 only
respect to “ Sangeet Natak Academy “:
1. It is an Autonomous Body of the Ministry 38. Consider the following statement with
of Culture. reference to Medicine during Ancient times:
1. Rig Veda was the first book where we find
2. The Academy establishes and looks after
mention of diseases, its cure and
institutions and projects of national
medicines.
importance in the field of the performing
2. Takshila and Varanasi emerged as the
arts.
centers for medicinal learning around 600
Which of the statements given above is/ are
BC
correct ?
3. Charak Samhita deals with Surgery
(a) 1 only
whereas Sushruta Samhita deals with
(b) 2 only
Ayurveda.
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
incorrect?
36. With reference to festivals of Indian states, (a) 1 and 2 only
Consider the following pairs: (b) 2 and 3 only
Festivals States (c) 1, 2 and 3
1. Mela Kashmir (d) 1 and 3 only
Kheerbhawani
2. Sao Joao Goa 39. Consider the following pairs with respect to
3. Sital Sasthi Uttarakhand the states and their festival:
Festivals. States
Which of the pairs given above are correctly 1. Chapchar Kut : Mizoram
matched? 2. Hornbill Festival: Nagaland
(a) 1 and 3 only 3. Kharchi Puja : Assam
(b) 2 and 3 only 4. Cheiraoba : Tripura
(c) 1 and 2 only Which of the pairs given above is/are
(d) 1,2 and 3 correctly matched?
(a) Only One pair
37. Consider the following statements regarding (b) only three pairs
the Sufi movement in India: (c) only two pairs
1. The Chisti Order was established in India (d) All the pairs
by Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti who moved
to India after the invasion of Babar 40. Consider the following statements regarding
2. The Chisti silsilah believed in use of simple the bhakti movements of India:
language and they accepted grant for their 1. The philosophy propounded by Ramanuja
maintenance from the Sultans. was Vishishtadwaita or qualified monism.
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2. Swami Vivekananda was a great

proponent of Vedanta philosophy and he
spread the ideas of Advaita Vedanta to the
west.
3. Kabir emphasised on the Saguna form of
Bhakti.
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer Key
Q.1) Ans: C Q.22) Ans: B
Q.2) Ans: B Q.23) Ans : C
Q.7) Ans: D Q.28) Ans: C
Q.8) Ans: B Q.29) Ans: C
Q.20) Ans: A
Q.21) Ans: D
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Indian Theatre and Miscellaneous
1. Which of the following statements with 4. Which of the following statements about
reference to Indian theatres is incorrect? Indian cloth handicrafts is incorrect?
(a) Ankia Naat is a traditional one-act play of (a) Laharia is a kind of tie and dye, which is
Assam depicting incidents from the life of usually made in Jaipur and Jodhpur.
Lord Krishna. (b) Telia Rumal is handmade with cotton loom
(b) Daskathia is a form of folk theatre from from Bihar.
Odisha, themes of which revolve around
(c) Masulipatnam kalamkari is a form of block
Lord Shiva.
printing from Andhra Pradesh.
(c) Tamasha is a folk theatre from
(d) Pichhwai paintings are portrait paintings
Maharashtra, known for its humour and
themed around Lord Krishna.
erotic content.
(d) Bhaona is a folk theatre of Jharkhand,
mainly depicting Vaishnavite themes. Embroidery Craft in India:
1. Phulkari is an embroidery craft of Punjab
2. Consider the following pairs of Martial arts in to create flower motifs with contrast of
India and the regions where they are mainly
bright colours on light coloured fabric.
performed:
Martial arts form Region 2. Chikankari is an embroidery craft of Uttar
1. Gatka Gujarat Pradesh that uses white thread to make
2. Thang-ta Manipur flowers and other beautiful patterns.
3. Kalaripayattu Kerala 3. Gota embroidery craft of Telangana uses
4. Mardani Khel Odisha gold threads to embroider and create
Which of the pairs given above are correctly applique like patterns on the cloth.
matched?
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Consider the following pairs of festivals in

India and regions of their celebrations: 6. Which one of the following statements best
Festival Region/Place describes a pose in dance and dramatics
called 'Tribhanga'?
1. Chithirai Festival Madhya Pradesh (a) Movements of body, face and hands are
2. Thrissur Pooram Kerala used to express oneself or to tell a story
3. Nuakhai Juhar Odisha (b) Facial expressions, hand gestures and
4. Medaram Jatra Assam make-up are combined to symbolize
Which of the above pairs are correctly certain epic or historic characters.
matched? (c) A little smile, slightly curved waist and
(a) 1 and 2 only certain hand gestures are emphasized to
(b) 1 and 3 only express the feelings of love or eroticism.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) One leg is bent and the body is slightly but
(d) 2 and 4 only oppositely curved at waist and neck.
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7. Which of the following are correctly matched Select the correct option from the given
with respect to Drama and their Author? alternatives:
Drama Author (a) Bhavai
1. Malavikagnimitram Harshvardhan (b) Nautanki
2. Mricchakatika Bhavbhuti (c) Bhand Pather
3. Buddhacharita Vishakhadatta (d) Tamasha
Choose the correct answer from the following 11. Consider the following statements related to
options: Classical Sanskrit Drama:
1. One of the unique aspects of Sanskrit
(a) 1 and 2 only drama is its bilingual nature.
(b) 2 and 3 only 2. There were always happy endings.
(c) 1 and 3 only 3. The protagonist was a male.
(d) None of these Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
8. Who among the following was the first to
(a) 1 and 2 only
introduce the essence of conflict in his
Drama? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) Ashvaghosha (c) 1 only
(b) Sudraka (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Bhasha
(d) Kalidasa 12. Which of the following theatre forms finds its
mention in Sangam literature?
(a) Bhaona
9. Consider the following statements related to
‘Natyashastra': (b) Burra katha
1. It is one of the most influential texts to deal (c) Theyyam
with the concept of rasa. (d) Nautanki
2. It is the first formal treatise on dramaturgy.
13. Which of the following are the reasons for
3. It is also known as First veda. decline of Sanskrit Theatre?
Which of the statements given above is/are 1. Divergence toward poetry.
correct? 2. Rigid orthodoxy of the Sanskrit Theatre.
(a) 1 and 2 only 3. Advent of Muslim rulers.
(b) 2 and 3 only 4. Sanskrit being limited to a small circle of
(c) 3 only people.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
10. It is a branch of Swang, is the most popular (a) 2 and 3 only
form of theatre in North India for nearly a (b) 3 and 4 only
century, and it is mentioned in Abul Fazl's Ain-
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
i-Akbari. The plays are told through dance and
song and are based on historical, social, and (d) All of Above
traditional tales. The dialogue is given in a
poetic style, with the rhythms of a Nagada
drum accompanying it. It is usually associated
with Uttar Pradesh.
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14. Consider the following statements about Folk Which of the above statements is/are
Theatre ‘Koodiyattam’: correct?
1. It is the combination of dance-drama as (a) 1 only
ritual performing arts of Karnataka (b) 2 only
2. Mizhavu is the major musical instrument (c) Both 1 and 2
used in this art (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. The performers of Koodiyattam must be
skilled in the four main Abhinayas or arts
of expressions, as described in the 17. Consider the following pairs of cultural
Natyashastra. heritage included into the UNESCO’s List of
Which of the statements given above is/are Intangible Cultural Heritage and the region in
which they are performed:
correct?
Cultural heritage Region
(a) 1 only
1. Ramman Himachal Pradesh
(b) 1 and 2 only
2. Mudiyettu Kerala
(c) 2 and 3 only
3. Kalbelia Rajasthan
Which of the above pairs are correctly
15. Consider the following statements regarding matched?
to Indian puppetry: (a) 1 and 2 only
1. Kathputli puppets have no legs and strings are (b) 2 and 3 only
attached to the finger of the (c) 1 and 3 only
puppeteer. (d) 3 only
2. Ravanchhaya puppets have three joints
attached and use non-human puppets.
3. Yampuri puppets are generally made of
Sankirtana that has been included in the
wood and are without any joints.
UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage:
1. It is a ritual singing, drumming and dancing
correct?
art form of Assam which originated in the
(a) 1 and 3 only
15th century AD.
(b) 2 and 3 only
2. It is a celebration of various stages of
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Vaishnavites here and narrates the life and
deeds of Lord Krishna.
16. Consider the following statements about the Which of the above statement(s) is/are
Koodiyattam theatre that has been included correct?
into UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural (a) 1 only
Heritage: (b) 2 only
1. It is a combined dance drama from (c) Both 1 and 2
Karnataka based on Hindu mythology. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. The male and female roles in the drama
are traditionally played by the people from
Chakyar caste.
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19. Consider the following statements with (c) 1 and 3 only

reference to sects of Shaivism: (d) 1,2, and 3
1. Nathpanthis follow the teachings of
Gorakhnath and worship the Adinath form 22. Consider the following statements regarding
of Shiva. cultural institutions of India:
2. Dashnami Sannyasis are the disciples of 1. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
Adi Shankaracharya and are associated was founded in 1861, which serves as an
with the Advaita Vedanta. attached office of the Ministry of Culture.
3. Aghoris are devotees of the Bhairava form
2. The Centre for Cultural Resources and
of Shiva and indulge in extreme, tamasic
ritual practices. Training (CCRT) was established by the
Which of the above statements are correct? Ministry of Culture to combine education
(a) 1 and 2 only and culture.
(b) 2 and 3 only 3. Indian council for cultural education was
(c) 3 only founded in 1950 by Maulana Abul Kalam
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Azad to develop strong cultural contact
with different countries.
20. Consider the following statements about Select the correct answer using the code given
Lingayat Sect of Shaivism: below:
1. Lingayats worship Shiva in his (a) 1 and 2
manifestation as Adinath and wear a small (b) 3 only
Adinath in a silver case on a loop strung (c) 2 and 3
over the left shoulder. (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. They challenged the idea of caste and
questioned the theory of rebirth.
Which of the above statements is/are 23. Consider the following statements related to
correct? Yakshagana traditional theatre:
(a) 1 only 1. It is a traditional theatre form of
(b) 2 only Tamilnadu.
(c) Both 1 and 2 2. It is based on mythological stories and
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Puranas.
3. It was performed by a community known
21. Consider the following statements about as Jakkula Varu in the royal courts of the
Indian theatre: Vijayanagar dynasty
1. The excavated ruins at Sitabena and Which of the statements given above are
Jogimara highlights the long tradition of correct?
theatre in Indian cultural scenario. (a) 1 and 2 only
2. Sariputraprakarana by Ashvaghosha, is (b) 2 and 3 only
considered the first example of classical (c) 1 and 3 only
Sanskrit drama. (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
3. Vidusaka (Clown), the comic character
plays a vital role in the Sanskrit plays.
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
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24. It is a form of folk theatre,started by the correct?
famous Vaishnava Saint Shankara Deva and (a) 2 only
his disciple Mahadeva in the 16th century
(b) 1 and 3 only
A.D. It is performed in the style of an opera
and depicts incidents from the life of Krishna. (c) 2 and 3 only
One of the unique features of this form of (d) All of the above
theatre is the use of masks to depict special
expressions. 27. Consider the following statements about “
Select the correct option from the given Mughal coinage “:
alternatives: 1. Shahjahan issued gold coins called ‘Ilahi
(a) Bhavai coins’ to propagate his new religious creed
(b) Nautanki ‘Din-i-Illahi’
(c) Ankia Naat 2. Sher Shah Suri, a 16th century ruler of
(d) Karyala Afghan lineage introduced the Rupiya , a
silver currency.
25. Consider the following statements regarding 3. The standard gold coin of the Mughals was
foreign travellers who visited India during the Mohur.
ancient and medieval period:
1. Megasthenes visited the Mauryan capital
incorrect?
Pataliputra during the reign of
(a) 1 only
Chandragupta Maurya.
(b) 2 only
2. Fa-Hien was a Chinese pilgrim who visited
(c) 3 only
India during the period of Harshavardhana
around 100 AD.
3. Ibn Battuta was a Moroccan traveler came
to India during the reign of Muhammad Bin UNESCO world heritage sites in India:
Tughlaq 1. Emperor Jahangir commissioned
4. Hiuen Tsang was a Persian traveller, construction of the Red Fort ,when he
Buddhist scholar who came to India, during decided to shift his capital from Agra to
the reign of ChandraGupta II. Delhi.
Which of the statements given above are 2. The Airavatesvara temple complex, built
correct ? by Rajendra I, at Darasuram features a 24-
(a) 1 and 3 only m vimana and a stone image of Shiva.
(b) 2 and 4 only 3. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, also
(c) 1,2 and 4 only known as the Toy Train is the only
(d) 1,2, 3 and 4 Mountain Railway line from India
designated as world heritage site.
26. Consider the mathematical and medical Which of the statements given above is / are
achievements of India. correct?
1. Aryabhatta has knowledge of the tides and (a) 1 and 3 only
stars but not about navigation. (b) 2 only
2. Brahmagupta siddhantika is a book that (c) 3 only
mentioned zero for the first time. (d) None of the above
3. Despite the presence of so many things like
blood, tissue etc in charak samhita, the
note lacks any information about genetics.
36

the coins used in Ancient india:
1. The Punch-marked coins issued in the 7th-
6th Century BC by merchant Guilds were
the first documented coinage in India
2. The Saka coinage of the Western
Kshatrapas are the earliest dated coins.
3. Samudragupta was the first ruler to issue
silver coins and he issued gold coins called
Dinara .
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1 ,2 and 3
Answer Key
Q.1) Ans: D Q.16) Ans: D
Q.9) Ans: A Q.24) Ans: C
Q.11) Ans: D Q.26) Ans: A
Q.15) Ans: A
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PREFACE

Indian Art & Architecture

Which of the following Monuments of (b) 3 and 4 only

in all directions. sculpture and stupa architecture whereas

Which of the following are the prominent travel account

Indian Painting & Dance Forms

1. Consider the following pairs: (a) Manjusha Painting

(a) Mughal painting (a) These paintings are done by warli

importance to Tandava and Lasya aspects

Which of the above statements is/are (a) 1 only

Indian Music & Indian Puppetry

(d) Yampuri Which of the statements given above are

27. ” It is the most theatrical shadow puppetry Answer Key

1. Kathi Kandhe Rod Puppet

2. Tholpavakoothu Shadow Puppet

3. Bommalattam String Puppet

4. PavaKoothu Glove Puppet

29. With reference to Sant Tukaram , consider the

Indian Literature, Fairs & Festivals

5. Consider the following with regard to Sangam

7. With reference to Sanskrit literature of India , (d) All four pairs

(d) All of the above class.

34. Consider the following statements about

4. Aryabhatta in his book Brahmasputa 3. The Naqshbandi Silsilah opposed the

2. Swami Vivekananda was a great

Indian Theatre and Miscellaneous

3. Consider the following pairs of festivals in

19. Consider the following statements with (c) 1 and 3 only

Which of the statements given above is/are

29. Consider the following statements regarding

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