Static Quiz 21 May 2022 (Indian Economy)
The well-known painting “BaniThani” belongs to the
The well-known painting “BaniThani” belongs to the(2018) a) Bundi School b) Jaipur School c) Kangra School d) Kishangarh School Answer: D Bani Thani refers to the Indian miniature painting painted by Nihâl Chand from the Marwar school of Kishangarh. It portrays a woman who is elegant and graceful. The painting’s subject, Bani Thani, was a […]
Building ‘Kalyaana Mandapas’ was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of
Building ‘Kalyaana Mandapas’ was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of(2019) a) Chalukyas b) Chandelas c) Rashtrakutas d) Vijayanagara Answer: D Kalyaana Mandapas were halls used for marriage or other ceremonies in Vijayanagara empire
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ?(2017)
Consider the following pairs: Traditions Communities Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ?(2017) a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) None of the above […]
With reference to India, the terms ‘halbi, Ho and Kui” pertain to
With reference to India, the terms ‘halbi, Ho and Kui” pertain to(2021) a) dance forms of Northwest India b) musical Instruments c) prehistoric cave paintings d) tribal languages Answer: D Some of the popular languages spoken by the tribes of India are as follows: Bhatri, Bhilli, Halbi, Ho, Kui etc.
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
Consider the following pairs Tradition State1. Chapchar Kut festival — Mizoram2. Khongjom Parba ballad — Manipur3. Thang-Ta dance — SikkimWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (2018) a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 3 only d) 2 and 3 only Answer: B THANG TA is popular term for the ancient […]
With reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements
With reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements: 1. It is a circular temple built during the reign of Kachchhapaghata Dynasty. 2. It is the only circular temple built in India 3. It was meant to promote the Vaishnava cult in the region. 4. Its design has given rise to […]
With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term “paramitas”
With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term :paramitas:?(2020) a) The earliest Dharmashastra texts written in aphoristic (sutra) style. b) Philosophical schools that did not accept the authority of Vedas. c) Perfections whose attainment led to the Bodhisattva path d) Powerful merchant guilds […]
What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram?
What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram? Select the correct answer using the code given below.(2016) a) 1 and 2 only b) 3 only c) 1 and 3 d) None of the statements given above is correct Answer: B While there is some evidence of architectural activity going back […]
Which of the following has/have been accorded ‘Geographical Indication’ status?
Which of the following has/have been accorded ‘Geographical Indication’ status? 1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees 2. Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma 3. Tirupathi Laddu Select the correct answer using the code given below:(2015) a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 only 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: CSource: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Geographical_Indications_in_India