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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
2 points
‘Zo Kutpui’ festival is organized to unify?
Correct
Ans C
Explanation:
· ‘Zo Kutpui’ festival Mizoram govt organised ‘Zo Kutpui’ globally to unify Mizo tribes. The first festival would be held at Vanghmun, a hub town of Mizos in neighbouring Tripura. The event will see the presence of many important dignitaries from various Mizoram tribes and also witness cultural programmes and traditional songs from various Mizo tribes from Mizoram and other northeastern states. The event aims at re-unifying and strengthening brotherhood among different tribes of Mizo.
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Ans C
Explanation:
· ‘Zo Kutpui’ festival Mizoram govt organised ‘Zo Kutpui’ globally to unify Mizo tribes. The first festival would be held at Vanghmun, a hub town of Mizos in neighbouring Tripura. The event will see the presence of many important dignitaries from various Mizoram tribes and also witness cultural programmes and traditional songs from various Mizo tribes from Mizoram and other northeastern states. The event aims at re-unifying and strengthening brotherhood among different tribes of Mizo.
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
2 points
Among which of the following states Thotlakonda Monastery is located?
Correct
Ans D
Explanation:
· Thotlakonda Monastery The maha stupa of the 2,000-year-old Buddhist heritage site of Thotlakonda, reconstructed in 2016 by the state archaeology department, has collapsed during the recent torrential rainfall. Key facts: Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex is situated near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, India. Thotlakonda was well within the influence of ancient Kalinga, which was an important source of dissemination of Buddhism to Sri Lanka and various parts of Southeast Asia. The excavations have established the existence of a Hinayana Buddhist complex which flourished 2000 years ago. The excavations reveal Satavahana dynasty lead and Roman silver coins indicating foreign trade; terracotta tiles, stucco decorative pieces, sculptured panels, miniature stupa models in stone, and Buddha footprints were also found. The excavations also yielded twelve inscriptions in the Brahmi script.
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Ans D
Explanation:
· Thotlakonda Monastery The maha stupa of the 2,000-year-old Buddhist heritage site of Thotlakonda, reconstructed in 2016 by the state archaeology department, has collapsed during the recent torrential rainfall. Key facts: Thotlakonda Buddhist Complex is situated near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, India. Thotlakonda was well within the influence of ancient Kalinga, which was an important source of dissemination of Buddhism to Sri Lanka and various parts of Southeast Asia. The excavations have established the existence of a Hinayana Buddhist complex which flourished 2000 years ago. The excavations reveal Satavahana dynasty lead and Roman silver coins indicating foreign trade; terracotta tiles, stucco decorative pieces, sculptured panels, miniature stupa models in stone, and Buddha footprints were also found. The excavations also yielded twelve inscriptions in the Brahmi script.
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Jnanpith Award:
1. Amitav Ghosh is the 1st English language writer to become a Jnanpith laureate.
2. From 29th Jnanpith Award, English has been included in the language list for consideration of Jnanpith Award.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans A
Explanation:
· Jnanpith Award Renowned English fiction writer Amitav Ghosh was felicitated with 54th Jnanpith Award. He is the 1st English language writer to become a Jnanpith laureate. Eminent Malayalam poet Akkitham has been chosen for 55th Jnanpith Award for the year 2019. The Jnanpith Award is one of the prestigious literary honours in the country. The award was instituted in 1961. Eligibility: Any Indian citizen who writes in any of the official languages of India is eligible for the honour. Initially English language was not considered for the Award but after 49th Jnanpith Award, English language was added to the list of languages for consideration. From 49th Jnanpith Award, English has been included in the language list along with other Indian languages for consideration of Jnanpith Award, However, the award is open for only Indian citizens.
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Ans A
Explanation:
· Jnanpith Award Renowned English fiction writer Amitav Ghosh was felicitated with 54th Jnanpith Award. He is the 1st English language writer to become a Jnanpith laureate. Eminent Malayalam poet Akkitham has been chosen for 55th Jnanpith Award for the year 2019. The Jnanpith Award is one of the prestigious literary honours in the country. The award was instituted in 1961. Eligibility: Any Indian citizen who writes in any of the official languages of India is eligible for the honour. Initially English language was not considered for the Award but after 49th Jnanpith Award, English language was added to the list of languages for consideration. From 49th Jnanpith Award, English has been included in the language list along with other Indian languages for consideration of Jnanpith Award, However, the award is open for only Indian citizens.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
2 points
The biggest stucco sculpture of Bhodhisattva was unearthed in?
Correct
Ans A
Explanation:
· Stucco sculpture and ikshvaku dynasty Indian archaeologists recently unearthed a rare life-sized stucco sculpture from a Buddhist site at Phanigiri in Suryapet, Telangana. Key facts: It is the biggest stucco sculpture found so far in India. It is about 1.73 metres in height and 35 cm in width. It represents a Bhodhisattva in Jathaka Chakra. It was created nearly 1,700 years ago by craftsmen at Phanigiri at peak of Ikshavaku dynasty. Who is Bhodhisattva? A bodhisattva is a Buddhist deity who has attained the highest level of enlightenment, but who delays their entry into Paradise in order to help the earthbound. The bodhisattva, known in Sanskrit as Avalokiteśvara, takes both male and female form and is associated with the qualities of mercy and compassion The Ikshvaku dynasty: As per Puranic literature, it was founded by king Ikshvaku. It is also known as Sūryavaṁśa (the Solar dynasty). Important Personalities belonging to this dynasty includes: Lord Rama, Twenty-two out of twenty-four Jain Tirthankara, and according to Buddhist texts, Prince Siddhartha also belonged to this dynasty.
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Ans A
Explanation:
· Stucco sculpture and ikshvaku dynasty Indian archaeologists recently unearthed a rare life-sized stucco sculpture from a Buddhist site at Phanigiri in Suryapet, Telangana. Key facts: It is the biggest stucco sculpture found so far in India. It is about 1.73 metres in height and 35 cm in width. It represents a Bhodhisattva in Jathaka Chakra. It was created nearly 1,700 years ago by craftsmen at Phanigiri at peak of Ikshavaku dynasty. Who is Bhodhisattva? A bodhisattva is a Buddhist deity who has attained the highest level of enlightenment, but who delays their entry into Paradise in order to help the earthbound. The bodhisattva, known in Sanskrit as Avalokiteśvara, takes both male and female form and is associated with the qualities of mercy and compassion The Ikshvaku dynasty: As per Puranic literature, it was founded by king Ikshvaku. It is also known as Sūryavaṁśa (the Solar dynasty). Important Personalities belonging to this dynasty includes: Lord Rama, Twenty-two out of twenty-four Jain Tirthankara, and according to Buddhist texts, Prince Siddhartha also belonged to this dynasty.
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs):
1. 75 tribal groups have been categorized by Ministry of Tribal Affairs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)s.
2. Among the listed PVTG’s the highest number are found in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans D
Explanation:
· PVTGs are more vulnerable among the tribal groups. Due to this factor, more developed and assertive tribal groups take a major chunk of the tribal development funds, because of which PVTGs need more funds directed for their development. In this context, in 1975, the Government of India initiated to identify the most vulnerable tribal groups as a separate category called PVTGs and declared 52 such groups, while in 1993 an additional 23 groups were added to the category, making it a total of 75 PVTGs out of 705 Scheduled Tribes, spread over 17 states and one Union Territory (UT), in the country (2011 census). PVTGs are more vulnerable among the tribal groups. 75 tribal groups have been categorized categorized by Ministry of Home Affairs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)s Among the 75 listed PVTG’s the highest number are found in Odisha (13). https://tribal.nic.in/pvtg.aspxhttps://vikaspedia.in/social-welfare/scheduled-tribes-welfare/primitive-vulnerable-tribalgroups
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Ans D
Explanation:
· PVTGs are more vulnerable among the tribal groups. Due to this factor, more developed and assertive tribal groups take a major chunk of the tribal development funds, because of which PVTGs need more funds directed for their development. In this context, in 1975, the Government of India initiated to identify the most vulnerable tribal groups as a separate category called PVTGs and declared 52 such groups, while in 1993 an additional 23 groups were added to the category, making it a total of 75 PVTGs out of 705 Scheduled Tribes, spread over 17 states and one Union Territory (UT), in the country (2011 census). PVTGs are more vulnerable among the tribal groups. 75 tribal groups have been categorized categorized by Ministry of Home Affairs as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG)s Among the 75 listed PVTG’s the highest number are found in Odisha (13). https://tribal.nic.in/pvtg.aspxhttps://vikaspedia.in/social-welfare/scheduled-tribes-welfare/primitive-vulnerable-tribalgroups
Question 6 of 10
6. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Bibi Ka Maqbara?
1. It was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in the memory of his first and chief wife Dilras Banu Begum.
2. The structure is known as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans C
Explanation:
· Bibi Ka Maqbara It is a tomb located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. It was commissioned in 1660 by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in the memory of his first and chief wife Dilras Banu Begum. It is considered to be a symbol of Aurangzeb’s ‘conjugal fidelity’. The structure, known as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’ because of its striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal.
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Ans C
Explanation:
· Bibi Ka Maqbara It is a tomb located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. It was commissioned in 1660 by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in the memory of his first and chief wife Dilras Banu Begum. It is considered to be a symbol of Aurangzeb’s ‘conjugal fidelity’. The structure, known as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’ because of its striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal.
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization:
1. Their bronze statues were made using the ‘lost wax’ technique.
2. The best example is the statue of a girl popularly titled ‘Dancing Girl’, which was found in Harappa.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans A
Explanation:
· Bronze Casting The art of bronze casting was practised on a wide scale by the Harappans. Their bronze statues were made using the ‘lost wax’ technique in which the wax figures were first covered with a coating of clay and allowed to dry. Then the wax was heated and the molten wax was drained out through a tiny hole made in the clay cover. The hollow mould thus created was filled with molten metal which took the original shape of the object. Once the metal cooled, the clay cover was completely removed. In bronze we find human as well as animal figures, the best example of the former being the statue of a girl popularly titled ‘Dancing Girl’. DANCING GIRL One of the best known artefacts from the Indus Valley is this approximately four inch high copper figure of a dancing girl. Found in Mohenjodaro, this exquisite casting depicts a girl whose long hair is tied in a bun. Bangles cover her left arm, a bracelet and an amulet or bangle adorn her right arm, and a cowry shell necklace is seen around her neck. Her right hand is on her hip and her left hand is clasped in a traditional Indian dance gesture. She has large eyes and flat nose. This figure is full of expression and bodily vigour and conveys a lot of information.
Incorrect
Ans A
Explanation:
· Bronze Casting The art of bronze casting was practised on a wide scale by the Harappans. Their bronze statues were made using the ‘lost wax’ technique in which the wax figures were first covered with a coating of clay and allowed to dry. Then the wax was heated and the molten wax was drained out through a tiny hole made in the clay cover. The hollow mould thus created was filled with molten metal which took the original shape of the object. Once the metal cooled, the clay cover was completely removed. In bronze we find human as well as animal figures, the best example of the former being the statue of a girl popularly titled ‘Dancing Girl’. DANCING GIRL One of the best known artefacts from the Indus Valley is this approximately four inch high copper figure of a dancing girl. Found in Mohenjodaro, this exquisite casting depicts a girl whose long hair is tied in a bun. Bangles cover her left arm, a bracelet and an amulet or bangle adorn her right arm, and a cowry shell necklace is seen around her neck. Her right hand is on her hip and her left hand is clasped in a traditional Indian dance gesture. She has large eyes and flat nose. This figure is full of expression and bodily vigour and conveys a lot of information.
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Pillars:
1. The Mauryan pillars are rockcut pillars.
2. The Achamenian pillars are constructed in pieces by a mason.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans C
Explanation:
· Pillars The tradition of constructing pillars is very old and it may be observed that erection of pillars was prevalent in the Achamenian empire as well. But the Mauryan pillars are different from the Achamenian pillars. The Mauryan pillars are rockcut pillars thus displaying the carver’s skills, whereas the Achamenian pillars are constructed in pieces by a mason. Stone pillars were erected by Ashoka, which have been found in the north Indian part of the Mauryan Empire with inscriptions engraved on them.
Incorrect
Ans C
Explanation:
· Pillars The tradition of constructing pillars is very old and it may be observed that erection of pillars was prevalent in the Achamenian empire as well. But the Mauryan pillars are different from the Achamenian pillars. The Mauryan pillars are rockcut pillars thus displaying the carver’s skills, whereas the Achamenian pillars are constructed in pieces by a mason. Stone pillars were erected by Ashoka, which have been found in the north Indian part of the Mauryan Empire with inscriptions engraved on them.
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Bharhut:
1. Bharhut sculptures are small, unlike the images of Yaksha and Yakhshini in the Mauryan period, which were tall.
2.The narrative showing Queen Maya devi’s dream is an example of Bharhut sculpture:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans B
Explanation:
· sculptures are tall like the images of Yaksha and Yakhshini in the Mauryan period, modelling of the sculptural volume is in low relief maintaining linearity. Images stick to the picture plane. In the relief panels depicting narratives, illusion of threedimensionality is shown with tilted perspective. Clarity in the narrative is enhanced by selecting main events. At Bharhut, narrative panels are shown with fewer characters but as the time progresses, apart from the main character in the story, others also start appearing in the picture space. At times more than one event at one geographical place is clubbed in the picture space or only a single main event is depicted in the pictorial space. Availability of the space is utilised to the maximum by the sculptors. Folded hands in the narratives as well as single figures of the Yakhshas and Yakshinis are shown flat clinging to the chest. Narrative reliefs at Bharhut show how artisans used the pictorial language very effectively to communicate stories. In one such narrative, showing Queen Maya devi’s (mother of Siddhartha Gautam) dream, a descending elephant is shown. The queen is shown reclining on the bed whereas an elephant is shown on the top heading towards the womb of Queen Mayadevi.
Incorrect
Ans B
Explanation:
· sculptures are tall like the images of Yaksha and Yakhshini in the Mauryan period, modelling of the sculptural volume is in low relief maintaining linearity. Images stick to the picture plane. In the relief panels depicting narratives, illusion of threedimensionality is shown with tilted perspective. Clarity in the narrative is enhanced by selecting main events. At Bharhut, narrative panels are shown with fewer characters but as the time progresses, apart from the main character in the story, others also start appearing in the picture space. At times more than one event at one geographical place is clubbed in the picture space or only a single main event is depicted in the pictorial space. Availability of the space is utilised to the maximum by the sculptors. Folded hands in the narratives as well as single figures of the Yakhshas and Yakshinis are shown flat clinging to the chest. Narrative reliefs at Bharhut show how artisans used the pictorial language very effectively to communicate stories. In one such narrative, showing Queen Maya devi’s (mother of Siddhartha Gautam) dream, a descending elephant is shown. The queen is shown reclining on the bed whereas an elephant is shown on the top heading towards the womb of Queen Mayadevi.
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Nayaka paintings:
1. The Nayaka paintings depict episodes from the Mahabharata and the Ramayana.
2. Nayaka paintings were an extension of the Vijayanagara style with minor regional modifications.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans C
Explanation:
· Paintings of the Nayaka dynasty in the seventeenth and eigtheenth centuries are seen in Thiruparakunram, Sreerangam and Tiruvarur in Tamil Nadu. In Thiruparakunram, paintings are found of two different periods—of the fourteenth and the seventeenth century. Early paintings depict scenes from the life of Vardhaman Mahavira. The Nayaka paintings depict episodes from the Mahabharata and the Ramayana and also scenes from Krishna-leela. In Tiruvarur, there is a panel narrating the story of Muchukunda. In Chidambaram, there are panels of paintings narrating stories related to Shiva and Vishnu— Shiva as Bhikshatana Murti, Vishnu as Mohini, etc. In the Sri Krishna temple at Chengam in Arcot District there are 60 panels narrating the story of the Ramayana which represent the late phase of Nayaka paintings. The examples cited above suggest that Nayaka paintings were more or less an extension of the Vijayanagara style with minor regional modifications and incorporations.
Incorrect
Ans C
Explanation:
· Paintings of the Nayaka dynasty in the seventeenth and eigtheenth centuries are seen in Thiruparakunram, Sreerangam and Tiruvarur in Tamil Nadu. In Thiruparakunram, paintings are found of two different periods—of the fourteenth and the seventeenth century. Early paintings depict scenes from the life of Vardhaman Mahavira. The Nayaka paintings depict episodes from the Mahabharata and the Ramayana and also scenes from Krishna-leela. In Tiruvarur, there is a panel narrating the story of Muchukunda. In Chidambaram, there are panels of paintings narrating stories related to Shiva and Vishnu— Shiva as Bhikshatana Murti, Vishnu as Mohini, etc. In the Sri Krishna temple at Chengam in Arcot District there are 60 panels narrating the story of the Ramayana which represent the late phase of Nayaka paintings. The examples cited above suggest that Nayaka paintings were more or less an extension of the Vijayanagara style with minor regional modifications and incorporations.
