QUIZ – 2020: Insights Static Quiz, 01 January 2020 – Art & Culture
INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ 2019
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following with reference to Central Indian paintings.
- They take inspiration from Puranas and Indian folk-lore.
- Vaishnavism, Saivism and Sakti exercised tremendous influence on these paintings.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: c)
Unlike Mughal painting which is primarily secular, the art of painting in Central India, Rajasthani and the Pahari region etc. is deeply rooted in the Indian traditions, taking inspiration from Indian epics, religious texts like the Puranas, love poems in Sanskrit and other Indian languages, Indian folk-lore and works on musical themes.
The cults of Vaishnavism, Saivism and Sakti exercised tremendous influence on the pictorial art of these places.
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Solution: c)
Unlike Mughal painting which is primarily secular, the art of painting in Central India, Rajasthani and the Pahari region etc. is deeply rooted in the Indian traditions, taking inspiration from Indian epics, religious texts like the Puranas, love poems in Sanskrit and other Indian languages, Indian folk-lore and works on musical themes.
The cults of Vaishnavism, Saivism and Sakti exercised tremendous influence on the pictorial art of these places.
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Question 2 of 5
2. 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?
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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.
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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.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Kalighat paintings which originated in Bengal.
- The school produced paintings that were irreproducible by lithography.
- The school restricted itself to the depiction of natural, nationalistic and secular themes.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
- The paintings over a period of time developed as a distinct school of Indian painting. An important achievement of the Kalighat artistes was that they made simple paintings and drawings, which could easily be reproduced by lithography.
- From the depiction of Hindu gods, goddesses, and other mythological characters, the Kalighat paintings developed to reflect a variety of themes.
- The artists also chose to portray secular themes and personalities and in the process played a role in the Independence movement. They painted heroic characters like Tipu Sultan and Rani Lakshmibai.
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Solution: d)
- The paintings over a period of time developed as a distinct school of Indian painting. An important achievement of the Kalighat artistes was that they made simple paintings and drawings, which could easily be reproduced by lithography.
- From the depiction of Hindu gods, goddesses, and other mythological characters, the Kalighat paintings developed to reflect a variety of themes.
- The artists also chose to portray secular themes and personalities and in the process played a role in the Independence movement. They painted heroic characters like Tipu Sultan and Rani Lakshmibai.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to ‘Kathakali Dance’, consider the following statements:
- It generally represents the eternal conflict between good and evil.
- It is mainly performed by both men and women.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
- Most Kathakali recitals are a grand representation of the eternal conflict between good and evil.
- It draws its themes from the stories narrated in the epics and the puranas.
It is also called as the ‘ballad of the east’. Kathakali is essentially an all-male troupe performance.
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Solution: a)
- Most Kathakali recitals are a grand representation of the eternal conflict between good and evil.
- It draws its themes from the stories narrated in the epics and the puranas.
It is also called as the ‘ballad of the east’. Kathakali is essentially an all-male troupe performance.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following temples do have ‘Nagara Style of Architecture’ ?
- Sun Temple at Konark
- Kandariya Mahadeva temple
- Modhera Sun temple
- Ladkhan temple at Aihole
Select the correct answer code:
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Solution: b)
Ladkhan temple at Aihole have Vesara style of architecture.
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Solution: b)
Ladkhan temple at Aihole have Vesara style of architecture.
