Static Quiz 05 August 2022 (Art & Culture)
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1. Question
Which among the following is correct about Solanki School of temple Architecture?
1) In these temples, both the interior and exterior walls were lavishly decorated with carvings.
2) The garbhagriha is connected with the mandapa both internally as well as externally
3) The steps of the tank are full of small temples.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectSolanki School: (also known as Maru-Gurjara style) In the north-western parts of India including Gujarat and Rajasthan, this school developed under the patronage of the Solanki rulers.
The features of this school are:
• The temple walls were devoid of any carvings. Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
• The garbhagriha is connected with the mandapa both internally as well as externally. Hence statement 2 is correct.
• The porticos have decorative arched gateways known as torans.
• A unique feature of this school is the presence of step-tank, known as surya-kund in the proximity of the temple.
• The steps of the tank are full of small temples. Hence statement 3 is correct.
• There are wooden carvings present in these temples.
• The Solankis used a variety of material to make temples including sandstone, black basalt and softmarble.
• Most of the temples are east-facing and designed such that every year, during the equinoxes, the sunrays fall directly into the central shrine.
• Example: Modhera Sun temple, Gujarat (built in 1026–27 by Bhima-I).IncorrectSolanki School: (also known as Maru-Gurjara style) In the north-western parts of India including Gujarat and Rajasthan, this school developed under the patronage of the Solanki rulers.
The features of this school are:
• The temple walls were devoid of any carvings. Hence statement 1 is incorrect.
• The garbhagriha is connected with the mandapa both internally as well as externally. Hence statement 2 is correct.
• The porticos have decorative arched gateways known as torans.
• A unique feature of this school is the presence of step-tank, known as surya-kund in the proximity of the temple.
• The steps of the tank are full of small temples. Hence statement 3 is correct.
• There are wooden carvings present in these temples.
• The Solankis used a variety of material to make temples including sandstone, black basalt and softmarble.
• Most of the temples are east-facing and designed such that every year, during the equinoxes, the sunrays fall directly into the central shrine.
• Example: Modhera Sun temple, Gujarat (built in 1026–27 by Bhima-I). - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which among the following statement is correct about Hathigumpha Inscription?
CorrectHathigumpha Inscription: The Hathigumpha Inscription also known as Elephant Cave Inscription from Udayagiri- Khandagiri Caves in Odisha, were inscribed by King Kharavela during 2nd century BCE. The Hathigumpha Inscription consists of seventeen lines in Prakrit language and in Brahmi script. Hathigumpha Inscription at Udayagiri Caves is the main source of information about Kalinga ruler Kharavela.
IncorrectHathigumpha Inscription: The Hathigumpha Inscription also known as Elephant Cave Inscription from Udayagiri- Khandagiri Caves in Odisha, were inscribed by King Kharavela during 2nd century BCE. The Hathigumpha Inscription consists of seventeen lines in Prakrit language and in Brahmi script. Hathigumpha Inscription at Udayagiri Caves is the main source of information about Kalinga ruler Kharavela.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Folk Paintings:
1) It is an art of Bengal
2) These paintings are done on pats or scrolls
3) It started out as a village tradition by painters telling Mangal Kavyas
The above statements refer to?CorrectPatua Art:
The art of Bengal, Patua art dates back around a thousand years. It started out as a village tradition by painters telling Mangal Kavyas or auspicious stories of Gods and Goddesses. These paintings are done on pats or scrolls and for generations, the scroll painters or patuas have been going to different villages to sing their stories in lieu of food or money.
Traditionally these were painted on cloth and told religious stories; today they are painted with poster paints on sheets of paper sown together, usually used to comment on political and social issues. These patuas mostly come from Midnapur district of the state, while those who call themselves chitrakar are from North and South 24 Parganas and Birbhum districts.
IncorrectPatua Art:
The art of Bengal, Patua art dates back around a thousand years. It started out as a village tradition by painters telling Mangal Kavyas or auspicious stories of Gods and Goddesses. These paintings are done on pats or scrolls and for generations, the scroll painters or patuas have been going to different villages to sing their stories in lieu of food or money.
Traditionally these were painted on cloth and told religious stories; today they are painted with poster paints on sheets of paper sown together, usually used to comment on political and social issues. These patuas mostly come from Midnapur district of the state, while those who call themselves chitrakar are from North and South 24 Parganas and Birbhum districts.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to the classification of Indian Music, ‘Sugam sangeet’ is classified under?
CorrectSugam Sangeet:
This is the genre of devotional music, which brings classical and folk together. This takes cue from earlier forms of music like Prabandha Sangeet and Dhruvapada as they were all devotional in nature too.
IncorrectSugam Sangeet:
This is the genre of devotional music, which brings classical and folk together. This takes cue from earlier forms of music like Prabandha Sangeet and Dhruvapada as they were all devotional in nature too.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements:
1) It is one of the largest tribal festival organised by the state government of Nagaland to promote tourism in the state.
2) It is the largest celebration of the Indigenous Warrior Tribes of Nagaland
3) It is celebrated annually in the first week of December
The above statements refer to?CorrectHornbill festival:
It is one of the largest indigenous festival organised by the state government of Nagaland to promote tourism in the state.
• This festival is currently being celebrated in the major parts of Nagaland that includes Kisma to Kohima, Mocomchung, Dimapur, Okha etc. Key points:
• Hornbill festival reflects the rich culture, lifestyle, and food habits of Nagaland.
• It is the largest celebration of the Indigenous Warrior Tribes of Nagaland & generally celebrated for 10 days.
• The festival is celebrated annually in the first week of December
• The festival is called Hornbill, also known as Dhanesh bird. It occupies an important place in the culture and folklore of the Naga tribes.IncorrectHornbill festival:
It is one of the largest indigenous festival organised by the state government of Nagaland to promote tourism in the state.
• This festival is currently being celebrated in the major parts of Nagaland that includes Kisma to Kohima, Mocomchung, Dimapur, Okha etc. Key points:
• Hornbill festival reflects the rich culture, lifestyle, and food habits of Nagaland.
• It is the largest celebration of the Indigenous Warrior Tribes of Nagaland & generally celebrated for 10 days.
• The festival is celebrated annually in the first week of December
• The festival is called Hornbill, also known as Dhanesh bird. It occupies an important place in the culture and folklore of the Naga tribes.
