Exercise : History - General Questions
✔ History -
General Questions
31.
'Gandhara School of Art' is a synthesis of:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Gandhara School of Art developed in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent (modern-day Pakistan and Afghanistan).
It is characterized by the use of Greco-Roman artistic techniques to depict Buddhist themes.
Because of this blend, it is often referred to as Graeco-Buddhist art.
It is characterized by the use of Greco-Roman artistic techniques to depict Buddhist themes.
Because of this blend, it is often referred to as Graeco-Buddhist art.
32.
The 'Panchayatana' style refers to:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Panchayatana is a style of Hindu temple architecture.
In this style, the main temple (shrine) is built on a rectangular plinth and is surrounded by four smaller subsidiary shrines at the corners.
Examples of this style include the Dashavatara Temple at Deogarh and the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple at Khajuraho.
In this style, the main temple (shrine) is built on a rectangular plinth and is surrounded by four smaller subsidiary shrines at the corners.
Examples of this style include the Dashavatara Temple at Deogarh and the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple at Khajuraho.
33.
The 'Kailasa Temple' at Ellora was built by which dynasty?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Kailasa Temple (Cave 16) at Ellora is a masterpiece of rock-cut architecture.
It was built by King Krishna I of the Rashtrakuta dynasty in the 8th century AD.
The entire temple was carved out of a single massive rock monolith, starting from the top and working downwards.
It was built by King Krishna I of the Rashtrakuta dynasty in the 8th century AD.
The entire temple was carved out of a single massive rock monolith, starting from the top and working downwards.
34.
'Sattriya' is a classical dance form of which state?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
Sattriya is one of the eight classical dance forms of India.
It originated in the monasteries (Sattras) of Assam.
It was introduced by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer Sankaradeva in the 15th century as a medium for religious teaching.
It originated in the monasteries (Sattras) of Assam.
It was introduced by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer Sankaradeva in the 15th century as a medium for religious teaching.
35.
The 'Shore Temple' at Mahabalipuram was built by:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Shore Temple is located at Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) in Tamil Nadu.
It was built by the Pallava King Narasimhavarman II, also known as Rajasimha.
It is one of the oldest structural stone temples in South India and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It was built by the Pallava King Narasimhavarman II, also known as Rajasimha.
It is one of the oldest structural stone temples in South India and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
36.
'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar to commemorate his victory over:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Akbar built the Buland Darwaza (Great Gateway) at Fatehpur Sikri in 1601 AD.
It was constructed to celebrate his successful military campaign and victory over Gujarat.
It is the highest gateway in the world and serves as the main entrance to the Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri.
It was constructed to celebrate his successful military campaign and victory over Gujarat.
It is the highest gateway in the world and serves as the main entrance to the Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri.
37.
Which city is famous for 'Chikan' embroidery?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Chikan is a traditional and delicate hand embroidery style from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
It involves intricate patterns stitched onto fabrics like muslin, silk, or cotton.
It is believed to have been introduced or popularized by Noor Jahan, the wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir.
It involves intricate patterns stitched onto fabrics like muslin, silk, or cotton.
It is believed to have been introduced or popularized by Noor Jahan, the wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir.
38.
'Madhubani' painting is a traditional folk art of which state?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Madhubani painting, also known as Mithila art, originates from the Mithila region of Bihar.
Traditionally, it was done by women on the walls and floors of their homes using natural dyes and pigments.
Common themes include nature, Hindu deities, and scenes from social events like weddings.
Traditionally, it was done by women on the walls and floors of their homes using natural dyes and pigments.
Common themes include nature, Hindu deities, and scenes from social events like weddings.
39.
The 'Vesara' style of architecture is a blend of:
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Explanation:
Vesara is a hybrid style of Indian temple architecture.
It combines features of the North Indian 'Nagara' style and the South Indian 'Dravida' style.
This style flourished in the Deccan region under the patronage of the Chalukyas and later the Hoysalas.
It combines features of the North Indian 'Nagara' style and the South Indian 'Dravida' style.
This style flourished in the Deccan region under the patronage of the Chalukyas and later the Hoysalas.
40.
'Thangkas' are scroll paintings associated with:
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
Thangkas are traditional scroll paintings from the Himalayan region, specifically associated with Tibetan Buddhism.
They are usually painted on cotton or silk and depict Buddhist deities, scenes from the life of Buddha, or mandalas.
They are used as objects of worship and as tools for meditation.
They are usually painted on cotton or silk and depict Buddhist deities, scenes from the life of Buddha, or mandalas.
They are used as objects of worship and as tools for meditation.