INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ 2020 - 21
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Which of the following most appropriately describes “Toranas”?
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Solution: c)
Torana is a sacred or honorific gateway in Buddhist and Hindu architecture. It is made of wood or stone. Toranas are associated with Buddhist stupas like the Great Stupa in Sanchi, as well as with Jain and Hindu structures, and also with several secular structures.
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Solution: c)
Torana is a sacred or honorific gateway in Buddhist and Hindu architecture. It is made of wood or stone. Toranas are associated with Buddhist stupas like the Great Stupa in Sanchi, as well as with Jain and Hindu structures, and also with several secular structures.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Ajanta Caves Paintings
- The human & animal forms show a variety of graceful poses.
- It depicts themes of court life and natural scenes
- Most of the paintings were depicted after Gupta Period
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: c)
The Ajanta Caves carved out of volcanic rock in the Maharashtra Plateau, situated near Aurangabad in Maharashtra.
Frescoes are paintings which are done on wet plaster in which colours become fixed as the plaster dries. They are found on the walls and ceilings at Ajanta.
The human & animal forms show a variety of graceful poses. Various methods were used to create the illusion of depth.
They depict themes of court life, feasting, processions, men and women at work, festivals and various natural scenes including animals, birds and flowers.
Most of paintings were depicted well before Gupta’s time.
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Solution: c)
The Ajanta Caves carved out of volcanic rock in the Maharashtra Plateau, situated near Aurangabad in Maharashtra.
Frescoes are paintings which are done on wet plaster in which colours become fixed as the plaster dries. They are found on the walls and ceilings at Ajanta.
The human & animal forms show a variety of graceful poses. Various methods were used to create the illusion of depth.
They depict themes of court life, feasting, processions, men and women at work, festivals and various natural scenes including animals, birds and flowers.
Most of paintings were depicted well before Gupta’s time.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Rajaraja Chola I is associated with which of the following cultural heritages of India?
- Brihadeeswara temple at Tanjore
- The compilation of Thirumurai
- Nagapattinam monastery
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: d)
He completed the construction of the famous Rajarajeswara temple or Brihadeeswara temple at Tanjore in 1010 A.D.
He also helped in the construction of a Buddhist monastery at Nagapattinam.
During his reign, the texts of the Tamil poets Appar, Sambandar and Sundarar were collected and edited into one compilation called Thirumurai.
Further, He initiated a massive project of land survey and assessment in 1000 CE which led to the reorganization of the country into individual units known as valanadus.
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Solution: d)
He completed the construction of the famous Rajarajeswara temple or Brihadeeswara temple at Tanjore in 1010 A.D.
He also helped in the construction of a Buddhist monastery at Nagapattinam.
During his reign, the texts of the Tamil poets Appar, Sambandar and Sundarar were collected and edited into one compilation called Thirumurai.
Further, He initiated a massive project of land survey and assessment in 1000 CE which led to the reorganization of the country into individual units known as valanadus.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Kuchipudi.
- It is mentioned in Natya Shastra.
- As per tradition, the dance must be accompanied by live vocals without instrumental music.
- It is recognized as an Indian classical dance.
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: c)
It has its roots in the ancient Hindu Sanskrit text of Natya Shastra. Like all major classical dances of India, it was also developed as a religious art linked to traveling bards, temples and spiritual beliefs.
The Kuchipudi style was conceived by Siddhendra Yogi, a talented Vaishnava poet of 17th century.
It begins with an invocation to Lord Ganesha followed by nritta (non-narrative and abstract dancing); shabdam (narrative dancing) and natya.
The dance is accompanied by song which is typically Carnatic music. The singer is accompanied by musical instruments like mridangam, violin, flute and tambura.
It is one of the major Indian classical dances. It originated in a village of Krishna district in modern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
It derives its name from this village.
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Solution: c)
It has its roots in the ancient Hindu Sanskrit text of Natya Shastra. Like all major classical dances of India, it was also developed as a religious art linked to traveling bards, temples and spiritual beliefs.
The Kuchipudi style was conceived by Siddhendra Yogi, a talented Vaishnava poet of 17th century.
It begins with an invocation to Lord Ganesha followed by nritta (non-narrative and abstract dancing); shabdam (narrative dancing) and natya.
The dance is accompanied by song which is typically Carnatic music. The singer is accompanied by musical instruments like mridangam, violin, flute and tambura.
It is one of the major Indian classical dances. It originated in a village of Krishna district in modern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
It derives its name from this village.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?
- Dhyana Mudra: supreme enlightenment
- Vitarka Mudra: fearlessness
- Dharmachakra Mudra: Turning the Wheel of the Dharma
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: b)
Abhaya Mudra: It indicates fearlessness.
Dharmachakra Mudra: It means ‘Turning the Wheel of the Dharma or Law’, i.e., setting into motion the wheel of Dharma.
Uttarabodhi Mudra: It means supreme enlightenment.
Dhyana Mudra: Indicates Meditation and is also called ‘Samadhi’ or ‘Yoga’ Mudra.
Vitarka Mudra: It indicates teaching and discussion or intellectual debate.
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Solution: b)
Abhaya Mudra: It indicates fearlessness.
Dharmachakra Mudra: It means ‘Turning the Wheel of the Dharma or Law’, i.e., setting into motion the wheel of Dharma.
Uttarabodhi Mudra: It means supreme enlightenment.
Dhyana Mudra: Indicates Meditation and is also called ‘Samadhi’ or ‘Yoga’ Mudra.
Vitarka Mudra: It indicates teaching and discussion or intellectual debate.