03 December Static Quiz 2021
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03 December 2021 – Static Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
The painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani is a beautifully ornamented figure is more than life size and is shown stopping slightly and holding in his right hand a lotus flower. This is one of the masterpiece found at?
CorrectThe painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani from cave I is one of the masterpieces of Ajanta Painting executed in the late 6th century CE. This beautifully ornamented figure is more than life size and is shown stopping slightly and holding in his right hand a lotus flower.
IncorrectThe painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani from cave I is one of the masterpieces of Ajanta Painting executed in the late 6th century CE. This beautifully ornamented figure is more than life size and is shown stopping slightly and holding in his right hand a lotus flower.
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2. Question
Consider the following statements about Nirguna sect:
1) They represented those poet-saints who composed verses extolling a god with attributes or form.
2) Nanak and Kabir were the main proponents of Nirguna.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectNirguna represented those poet-saints who extolled god without and beyond all attributes or form. They are also known as Monotheistic Bhakti saints.
• Nanak and Kabir were the main proponents of Nirguna.IncorrectNirguna represented those poet-saints who extolled god without and beyond all attributes or form. They are also known as Monotheistic Bhakti saints.
• Nanak and Kabir were the main proponents of Nirguna. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Barabar caves, consider the following statements:
1) It is the oldest examples of Mauryan rock-cut architecture in India
2) They were dedicated to Ajivika sect.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?CorrectThe oldest examples of Mauryan rock-cut architecture in India are the Barabar caves, located in the Barabar hills, in Jehanabad District of Bihar. There are four caves in Barabar dating back to reign of Asoka (273-232 BC) and his grandson Dasaratha, initially for the Ajeevika sect.
IncorrectThe oldest examples of Mauryan rock-cut architecture in India are the Barabar caves, located in the Barabar hills, in Jehanabad District of Bihar. There are four caves in Barabar dating back to reign of Asoka (273-232 BC) and his grandson Dasaratha, initially for the Ajeevika sect.
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4. Question
The difference/differences between Hinayana and Mahayana form of Buddhism is/are
1) Hinayana proposed Idol worship for salvation
2) The ideal of Mahayana is Bodhisattva
3) Mahayana believed in universal liberation from suffering for all beings
4) Hinayana denounced individual salvation through self-discipline and meditation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.CorrectHinayana opposed Idol worship for salvation, it followed original teachings of Gautam Buddha. The ideal of Mahayana is Bodhisatva. Mahayana believed in universal liberation from suffering for all beings. Hinayana proposed individual salvation through self-discipline and meditation.
IncorrectHinayana opposed Idol worship for salvation, it followed original teachings of Gautam Buddha. The ideal of Mahayana is Bodhisatva. Mahayana believed in universal liberation from suffering for all beings. Hinayana proposed individual salvation through self-discipline and meditation.
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5. Question
Consider the following statements about Mughal paintings
1) The Mughal School of painting originated in the reign of Akbar
2) It is marked by supple naturalism based on close observation of nature
3) An illustrated manuscript of the Tuti-nama appears to be the first work of the Mughal School.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectMughal Paintings
• The origin of the Mughal School of Painting is considered to be a landmark in the history of painting in India.
• With the establishment of the Mughal empire, the Mughal School of painting originated in the reign of Akbar in 1560 CE who was keenly interested in the art of painting and architecture.
• In the beginning of his rule a studio of painting was established under the supervision of two Persian masters, Mir Sayyed Ali and Abdul Samad Khan, who were originally employed by his father Humayun.
• A large number of Indian artists from all over India were recruited to work under the Persian masters.
• The Mughal style evolved as a result of a happy synthesis of the indigenous Indian style of painting and the Safavid school of Persian painting.
• It is marked by supple naturalism based on close observation of nature and fine and delicate drawing and is primarily aristocratic and secular.
• An illustrated manuscript of theTuti-nama in the Cleveland Museum of Art (USA) appears to be the first work of the Mughal School.IncorrectMughal Paintings
• The origin of the Mughal School of Painting is considered to be a landmark in the history of painting in India.
• With the establishment of the Mughal empire, the Mughal School of painting originated in the reign of Akbar in 1560 CE who was keenly interested in the art of painting and architecture.
• In the beginning of his rule a studio of painting was established under the supervision of two Persian masters, Mir Sayyed Ali and Abdul Samad Khan, who were originally employed by his father Humayun.
• A large number of Indian artists from all over India were recruited to work under the Persian masters.
• The Mughal style evolved as a result of a happy synthesis of the indigenous Indian style of painting and the Safavid school of Persian painting.
• It is marked by supple naturalism based on close observation of nature and fine and delicate drawing and is primarily aristocratic and secular.
• An illustrated manuscript of theTuti-nama in the Cleveland Museum of Art (USA) appears to be the first work of the Mughal School.
