1. With reference to Kalamkari painting, consider the following statements:
- Srikalahasti and Machilipatnam are its two distinct styles.
- Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay popularised it.
- Karuppur Kalamkari Paintings from Andhra Pradesh received the geographical indication (“GI”) tags.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 3
[C] 1, 2 and 3
[D] Only 1 and 2
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Correct Answer: D [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Srikalahasti and Machilipatnam are the two primary styles of Kalamkari painting. Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay significantly contributed to its popularisation. However, Karuppur Kalamkari Paintings, though GI tagged, are associated with Tamil Nadu, not Andhra Pradesh. Therefore, only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
2. With reference to Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, which was recently in the news, consider the following statements:
- It is caused by the Varicella Zoster virus, which also causes shingles.
- It affects the cranial nerve responsible for facial movements.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] Both 1 and 2
[B] Only 1
[C] Only 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: A [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is caused by the Varicella Zoster virus, which also leads to chickenpox and shingles. The condition impacts the seventh cranial nerve, which governs facial muscle movement. Thus, both statements are correct regarding the cause and the nerve affected by this syndrome.
3. Consider the following statements regarding Sant Tukaram Maharaj:
- He was a contemporary of Shivaji.
- He popularised the Warkari sect in Maharashtra.
- He wrote devotional poems known as Abhangs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 2
[C] Only 2
[D] Only 1 and 3
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Correct Answer: A [1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
Sant Tukaram Maharaj was indeed a contemporary of Shivaji and significantly influenced the Warkari sect, which worships Vithoba in Maharashtra. He wrote numerous devotional poems called Abhangs, central to Warkari bhakti traditions. All three statements are correct and well-established in historical and spiritual accounts regarding Sant Tukaram.
Nesara
August 29, 2022 at 12:12 pmGood