Insights Static Quiz -273, 2019
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INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ 2019
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Kathakali.
- Kathakali has its source in Ramanattam and Krishnattam.
- It is also closely related to ancient martial-arts performance.
- It involves both dance and drama.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
In the temples of Kerala, two forms of dance-drama, Ramanattam and Krishnattam, evolved under the patronage of feudal lords, narrating episodes from Ramayana and Mahabharata. These folk drama traditions latter became the source of Kathakali. It is closely related to Koodiyattam (Sanskrit
darama tradition) and other ancient martial-arts performance also.
It involves both dance and drama and the two cannot be clearly separated.
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Solution: d)
In the temples of Kerala, two forms of dance-drama, Ramanattam and Krishnattam, evolved under the patronage of feudal lords, narrating episodes from Ramayana and Mahabharata. These folk drama traditions latter became the source of Kathakali. It is closely related to Koodiyattam (Sanskrit
darama tradition) and other ancient martial-arts performance also.
It involves both dance and drama and the two cannot be clearly separated.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following martial arts in India and the places they are mainly associated with.
- Kalaripayattu – Originated in Tamil Nadu
- Thang-ta – Tripura
- Mardani Khel – Maharashtra
Which of the above are incorrectly matched?
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Solution: b)
Kalaripayattu – One of the oldest martial arts in India, Kalaripayattu, although practiced in most parts of southern India, originated in the state of Kerala in the 4th century A. D.
Thang-ta – Created by the Meitei people of Manipur, Thang-ta is an armed martial art that finds its mention in the most lethal combat forms.
Mardani Khel – This is a traditional Maharashtrian armed martial art, which is practiced widely in the district of Kolhapur.
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Solution: b)
Kalaripayattu – One of the oldest martial arts in India, Kalaripayattu, although practiced in most parts of southern India, originated in the state of Kerala in the 4th century A. D.
Thang-ta – Created by the Meitei people of Manipur, Thang-ta is an armed martial art that finds its mention in the most lethal combat forms.
Mardani Khel – This is a traditional Maharashtrian armed martial art, which is practiced widely in the district of Kolhapur.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Vesara style of temple architecture can be predominantly found in
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Solution: c)
Vesara School:
Also known as the Karnataka school of architecture, it was conceptualised under the later Chalukya rulers in the mid-seventh century A.D. It combined features of both Nagara school and Dravidian school and resulted in a hybridised style.
Three prominent dynasties who made Vesara style temples are:
- Chalukyas of Badami and Kalyani.
- Rashtrakutas (750-983 AD). For Example, Kailashnath temple in Ellora, etc.
- Hoysala Dynasty (1050-1300 AD). For example, temples at Halebid, Belur etc.
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Solution: c)
Vesara School:
Also known as the Karnataka school of architecture, it was conceptualised under the later Chalukya rulers in the mid-seventh century A.D. It combined features of both Nagara school and Dravidian school and resulted in a hybridised style.
Three prominent dynasties who made Vesara style temples are:
- Chalukyas of Badami and Kalyani.
- Rashtrakutas (750-983 AD). For Example, Kailashnath temple in Ellora, etc.
- Hoysala Dynasty (1050-1300 AD). For example, temples at Halebid, Belur etc.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Mural paintings in India.
- Mural paintings can be found in both natural caves and in rock-cut chambers.
- These paintings are secular in nature.
- The Mural paintings are unique because of their small size, which can be contained on paper.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Solution: b)
Most of the mural paintings are either in natural caves or in rock-cut chambers. The paintings follow a theme, the most common being Hindu, Buddhist and Jain. The Mural paintings are unique because of their sheer size. They cannot be contained on paper and need to be executed on the walls of large structures, usually caves and temple walls. In ancient period, these were utilised by three major religions: Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. Some of the best examples are murals in the Ajanta- Ellora Caves.
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Solution: b)
Most of the mural paintings are either in natural caves or in rock-cut chambers. The paintings follow a theme, the most common being Hindu, Buddhist and Jain. The Mural paintings are unique because of their sheer size. They cannot be contained on paper and need to be executed on the walls of large structures, usually caves and temple walls. In ancient period, these were utilised by three major religions: Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. Some of the best examples are murals in the Ajanta- Ellora Caves.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements
- According to this philosophy, Vedas are eternal and possess all knowledge.
- Religion means the fulfilment of duties prescribed by the Vedas.
- This philosophy encompasses the Nyaya-Vaisheshika systems and emphasizes the concept of valid knowledge.
The above statements are related to?
Correct
Solution: a)
- Mimamsa philosophy is basically the analysis of interpretation, application and the use of the text of the Samhita and Brahmana portions of the Veda.
- According to Mimamsa philosophy, Vedas are eternal and possess all knowledge, and religion means the fulfilment of duties prescribed by the Vedas.
- This philosophy encompasses the Nyaya-Vaisheshika systems and emphasizes the concept of valid knowledge.
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Solution: a)
- Mimamsa philosophy is basically the analysis of interpretation, application and the use of the text of the Samhita and Brahmana portions of the Veda.
- According to Mimamsa philosophy, Vedas are eternal and possess all knowledge, and religion means the fulfilment of duties prescribed by the Vedas.
- This philosophy encompasses the Nyaya-Vaisheshika systems and emphasizes the concept of valid knowledge.
