Static Quiz 13 November 2024
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1. Question
Which among the following is correct about Architecture in Harappan Civilisation
CorrectHowever, Indus Valley civilization sites do not have large monumental structures such as temples or palaces for rulers unlike Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilization. The most famous example of a public bath is the ‘Great Bath’ in the excavated remains of Mohenjo-daro. Architecture in Harappan Civilisation The remains of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro reveal a remarkable sense of town planning. The towns were laid out in a rectangular grid pattern. The roads ran in north-south and east-west direction and cut each other at right angles. The most striking feature of Harappan civilisation is the advanced drainage system. Small drains ran from each house and were connected to larger drains running alongside the main roads. The drains were covered loosely to allow regular cleaning and maintenance.
IncorrectHowever, Indus Valley civilization sites do not have large monumental structures such as temples or palaces for rulers unlike Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilization. The most famous example of a public bath is the ‘Great Bath’ in the excavated remains of Mohenjo-daro. Architecture in Harappan Civilisation The remains of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro reveal a remarkable sense of town planning. The towns were laid out in a rectangular grid pattern. The roads ran in north-south and east-west direction and cut each other at right angles. The most striking feature of Harappan civilisation is the advanced drainage system. Small drains ran from each house and were connected to larger drains running alongside the main roads. The drains were covered loosely to allow regular cleaning and maintenance.
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2. Question
Which among the following are famous sculptures of Ajanta Caves?
1) Ravana shaking Mount Kailasha.
2) Naga king and his consort
3) Mahaparinirvana of Buddha
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAjanta Caves:
• Ajanta is a series of rock-cut caves in the Sahyadri ranges on Waghora river near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. There are a total of 29 caves of which 25 were used as Viharas or residential caves while 4 were used as Chaitya or prayer halls. The caves were developed in the period between 200 B.C. to 650 A.D. Some prominent sculptures of Ajanta Caves are:
• Mahaparinirvana of Buddha in Cave.no 26.
• Naga king and his consort in Cave.no 19.
• Ellora cave: Cave No. 16 is Kailash temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was developed under the patronage of Rashtrakuta king Krishna I and was carved out of a monolith, and even has a courtyard. In cave.no 16, there is also a sculpture on the wall of Kailash temple depicting Ravana shaking Mount Kailasha. It is considered one of the masterpieces of Indian sculpture.IncorrectAjanta Caves:
• Ajanta is a series of rock-cut caves in the Sahyadri ranges on Waghora river near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. There are a total of 29 caves of which 25 were used as Viharas or residential caves while 4 were used as Chaitya or prayer halls. The caves were developed in the period between 200 B.C. to 650 A.D. Some prominent sculptures of Ajanta Caves are:
• Mahaparinirvana of Buddha in Cave.no 26.
• Naga king and his consort in Cave.no 19.
• Ellora cave: Cave No. 16 is Kailash temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was developed under the patronage of Rashtrakuta king Krishna I and was carved out of a monolith, and even has a courtyard. In cave.no 16, there is also a sculpture on the wall of Kailash temple depicting Ravana shaking Mount Kailasha. It is considered one of the masterpieces of Indian sculpture. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which among the following inscriptions Ashoka refers to himself as “Beloved servant of the God” (Devanampiyadasi)?
CorrectAshokan Edicts: The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 inscriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka as well as boulders and cave walls made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan Empire during his reign from 269 BCE to 232 BCE. The inscriptions revolve around a few themes: Ashoka’s conversion to Buddhism, the description of his efforts to spread Buddhism, his moral and religious precepts, and his social and
animal welfare programmes. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as “Beloved servant of the God” (Devanampiyadasi).The identification of Devanampiyadasi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription at Maski.
IncorrectAshokan Edicts: The Edicts of Ashoka are a collection of 33 inscriptions on the Pillars of Ashoka as well as boulders and cave walls made by the Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan Empire during his reign from 269 BCE to 232 BCE. The inscriptions revolve around a few themes: Ashoka’s conversion to Buddhism, the description of his efforts to spread Buddhism, his moral and religious precepts, and his social and
animal welfare programmes. In these inscriptions, Ashoka refers to himself as “Beloved servant of the God” (Devanampiyadasi).The identification of Devanampiyadasi with Ashoka was confirmed by an inscription at Maski.
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4. Question
With reference to the Nagara temple architecture, ‘Rekha-prasad’, ‘Phamsana’ and ‘Valabhi’ were the terms generally used to refer?
CorrectThe Shikharas were generally of three types:
• Latina or rekha-prasad: They were square at the base and the walls curve inward to a point on the top. Phamsana: They had a broader base and were shorter in height than the Latina ones. They slope upwards on a straight line. Valabhi: They had a rectangular base with the roof rising into vaulted chambers. They were also called wagon-vaulted roofs.IncorrectThe Shikharas were generally of three types:
• Latina or rekha-prasad: They were square at the base and the walls curve inward to a point on the top. Phamsana: They had a broader base and were shorter in height than the Latina ones. They slope upwards on a straight line. Valabhi: They had a rectangular base with the roof rising into vaulted chambers. They were also called wagon-vaulted roofs. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which among the following statement is correct about ‘Jaggadala’ University?
CorrectJaggadala: A centre of learning for the Vajrayana sect of Buddhism, in Bengal. Many scholars took shelter here after Nalanda and Vikramshila declined. It was probably established by King Ramapala of Pala dynasty.
Takshashila: It was located in modern-day Pakistan. It is estimated to exist around 5th century BC. It is believed that Chanakya composed the Arthashastra at this place.
Odantapuri: It is located in Bihar and was made under the patronage of Pala dynasty KiNg Gopala I. It was a Buddhist mahavihara. It was destroyed by Bakhtiyar Khilji.
IncorrectJaggadala: A centre of learning for the Vajrayana sect of Buddhism, in Bengal. Many scholars took shelter here after Nalanda and Vikramshila declined. It was probably established by King Ramapala of Pala dynasty.
Takshashila: It was located in modern-day Pakistan. It is estimated to exist around 5th century BC. It is believed that Chanakya composed the Arthashastra at this place.
Odantapuri: It is located in Bihar and was made under the patronage of Pala dynasty KiNg Gopala I. It was a Buddhist mahavihara. It was destroyed by Bakhtiyar Khilji.
