75 Days Mains Revision Plan 2024 – Art and Culture
Topic: Cave Architecture
Q1. Indian cave paintings boast a rich history that encompasses both sacred and secular themes. Elaborate. 10M
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Insights ias
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2025 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:To analyze and elaborate on the various themes depicted in Indian cave paintings, including both sacred and secular aspects
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Introduce Indian cave paintings as a significant aspect of ancient Indian art, highlighting their historical and cultural importance.
Body:
- In first part, mention the Sacred Themes in Indian Cave Paintings – scenes of daily life, including hunting, dancing, and communal activities.
- Secondly, elaborate the religious attributes in Indian cave paintings – rituals and worship practices, religious narratives, including stories from Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
Conclusion:
Conclude by noting the enduring legacy of Indian cave paintings in understanding the cultural and historical contexts of ancient India
Topic: Indo-Islamic Architecture
Q2. Analyze the characteristics of Indo-Islamic architecture and its contribution to the architectural heritage of India. 15M
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights Ias
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2025 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To analyze the defining characteristics of Indo-Islamic architecture and evaluate its significance and contributions to India’s architectural heritage.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly introduce the Indo-Islamic architecture, mentioning its emergence during the medieval period in India.
Body:
- Firstly, write the Characteristics of Indo-Islamic Architecture – Integration of Islamic and Indian Styles, Use of Arches, Domes, and Minarets, rich decorative elements, including intricate carvings, tile work, and calligraphy, concept of paradise gardens, with water features etc.
- Next write its Contributions to Indian Architectural Heritage – development of new forms and expressions in architecture, contributed to urban planning, including the layout of cities and the design of fortifications and palaces, resulted in a rich cultural synthesis etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by noting the enduring legacy of Indo-Islamic architecture in shaping India’s architectural landscape
ETHICS
Q3. Explain the consequences of the loss of ethics in the political field. Recommend a few measures to instill value-centric politics. [10M, 150words]
Key Demand of question:
Explain the consequence of loss of ethics in political field and recommend measure to inculcate values in politics.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: Give the recent context.
Body:
- First explain the consequence of loss of ethics in politics.
- Then suggest measures to strengthen it.
Conclusion:
Conclude by highlighting the significance of ethics in politics.
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