Insights Static Quiz -253, 2019
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INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ 2019
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
The prominent construction works undertaken during Akbar’s reign are:
- Agra Fort
- Ibadat Khana
- Buland Darwaza
Select the correct code:
Correct
Solution: d)
Akbar took a keen interest in the development of art and architecture during his reign. The principal feature of the constructions during Akbar’s reign was the use of red sandstone.
Some of the prominent construction works undertaken during Akbar’s reign are described below:
- Agra Fort
- It was one of the first constructions started during the reign of Akbar. However, most of the structures present inside the fort were done during the reign of Shah Jahan.
- Fatehpur Sikri
- One of the highlights of Indo-Islamic architecture was the creation of a new capital city by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri.
- Some of the important buildings inside the city are:
Buland Darwaza
Salim Chisti’s tomb
Panch Mahal
Jodha Bai’s palace or Mariam-uz-Zamani’s Palace
Ibadat Khana
Pachisi Court
Hiran Minar
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Solution: d)
Akbar took a keen interest in the development of art and architecture during his reign. The principal feature of the constructions during Akbar’s reign was the use of red sandstone.
Some of the prominent construction works undertaken during Akbar’s reign are described below:
- Agra Fort
- It was one of the first constructions started during the reign of Akbar. However, most of the structures present inside the fort were done during the reign of Shah Jahan.
- Fatehpur Sikri
- One of the highlights of Indo-Islamic architecture was the creation of a new capital city by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri.
- Some of the important buildings inside the city are:
Buland Darwaza
Salim Chisti’s tomb
Panch Mahal
Jodha Bai’s palace or Mariam-uz-Zamani’s Palace
Ibadat Khana
Pachisi Court
Hiran Minar
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Kalbelia.
- Folk dance performed by the women of the Kalbelia community of Gujarat.
- ‘Been’ is the popular musical instrument of this dance form.
- The UNESCO has inscribed Kalbelia folk songs and dances in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
Kalbelia is a sensuous folk dance performed by the women of the Kalbelia community of Rajasthan. The costumes and dance movement are similar to that of the serpents. ‘Been’ (wind instrument played by snake charmers) is the popular musical instrument of this dance form. The UNESCO has inscribed Kalbelia folk songs and dances in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2010.
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Solution: b)
Kalbelia is a sensuous folk dance performed by the women of the Kalbelia community of Rajasthan. The costumes and dance movement are similar to that of the serpents. ‘Been’ (wind instrument played by snake charmers) is the popular musical instrument of this dance form. The UNESCO has inscribed Kalbelia folk songs and dances in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2010.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Giddha, Gangore and Jhumar, consider the following statements:
- All three dances are primarily performed by women only
- All three are folk dances
Select the correct code:
Correct
Solution: b)
Jhumar is a popular harvest dance, performed by the tribal people of Jharkhand and Odisha. It has two variations – Janani Jhumar, performed by women and Mardana Jhumar, performed by men. It is a major attraction at many fairs and festivals.
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Solution: b)
Jhumar is a popular harvest dance, performed by the tribal people of Jharkhand and Odisha. It has two variations – Janani Jhumar, performed by women and Mardana Jhumar, performed by men. It is a major attraction at many fairs and festivals.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following is the earliest treatise on mathematics?
Correct
Solution: d)
The earliest book on mathematics was Sulvasutra written by Baudhayana in the 6th century BC. There is a mention of ‘Pi’ and even some concepts very similar to Pythagoras theorem in the
Sulvasutra.
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Solution: d)
The earliest book on mathematics was Sulvasutra written by Baudhayana in the 6th century BC. There is a mention of ‘Pi’ and even some concepts very similar to Pythagoras theorem in the
Sulvasutra.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements.
- This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda
- It is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society
- It focuses on treatment of several ailments
The above statements refer to
Correct
Solution: c)
Atharva Veda
This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda and has been attributed to two rishis called Atharvah and Angira, respectively. While it is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society and covers all aspects of a man’s daily life, it specifically focuses on treatment of several ailments. The book is known to prescribe treatment for almost 99 diseases.
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Solution: c)
Atharva Veda
This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda and has been attributed to two rishis called Atharvah and Angira, respectively. While it is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society and covers all aspects of a man’s daily life, it specifically focuses on treatment of several ailments. The book is known to prescribe treatment for almost 99 diseases.
