Indian Culture MCQs
11. What was the main objective of introducing the Double Dome in Monuments of Indo-Islamic Architecture?
[A] To provide adequate strength to the monument
[B] To provide cooling effect inside the building
[C] To provide appropriate height to the monuments without losing aesthetic value
[D] None of the objectives mentioned in the statement A, B and C is correct
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Correct Answer: C [To provide appropriate height to the monuments without losing aesthetic value]
Notes:
The ‘Double Dome’ was an important features in the Indo-Islamic architecture during the medieval times. A double dome is made of two layers. One layer produces ceiling to the interior and the second one crowns out. It is to provide height to the monuments.
12. Which of the following folk / tribal dances is associated with Karnataka?
[A] Yakshagana
[B] Jatra
[C] Veedhi
[D] Jhora
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Correct Answer: A [Yakshagana]
Notes:
Yakshagana is a traditional theatre form, developed in India, that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques with a unique style and form. It is believed to have evolved from pre-classical music and theater during the period of the Bhakti movement.
13. Who designed the city of Chandigarh?
[A] Le Corbusier
[B] Jacob Epstein
[C] Rodhin Auguste
[D] Ferdinand M. V. De Lesseps
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Correct Answer: A [Le Corbusier]
Notes:
Chandigarh is the dream city of India’s first Prime Minister, Sh. Jawahar Lal Nehru. It was planned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier. It is located at the foothills of Shivaliks. It is known as one of the best experiments in urban planning and modern architecture in the twentieth century in India.
14. Which of the following was advocated by Ramanujacharya?
[A] Dvaita
[B] Advaita
[C] Bhakti cult
[D] Vaishnavism
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Correct Answer: C [Bhakti cult]
Notes:
Sri Ramanujacharya is one of the greatest philosopher lighted the path of equality, bhakti & world peace. Ramanujacharya’s school of thought is called Monoism, which in Hindu religion translates into Vishishtadvaita Vedanta. Upnishadas formed the basis of his philosophy. They are also known as Vedantas, forming the concluding parts of the Vedas.
15. Mughal painting reached its zenith under which of the following rulers?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Jahangir
[D] Shahjahan
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Correct Answer: C [Jahangir]
Notes:
The Mughal paintings reached its zenith during the reign of Emperor Jahangir. Mughal painting is a particular style of South Asian painting confined to miniatures either as book illustrations or as single works to be kept in albums. It emerged from Persian miniature painting, and developed largely in the court of the Mughal Empire of the 16th to 18th centuries.
16. Which one of the following dances involves solo performance?
[A] Bharatanatyam
[B] Kuchipudi
[C] Mohiniattam
[D] Odissi
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Correct Answer: A [Bharatanatyam]
Notes:
Bharatanatyam is a major form of Indian classical dance that originated in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of eight forms of dance recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi and it expressed South Indian religious themes and spiritual ideas, particularly of Shaivism, Vaishnavism and Shaktism.
17. The ethical theory of the Yoga school is based on which of the following concepts?
[A] Yamas
[B] Niyama
[C] Both of the above
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Both of the above]
Notes:
Yamas and their complement, Niyamas, represent a series of “right living” or ethical rules within Hinduism and Yoga. It means “reining in” or “control”. Together, Yamas and Niyamas are personal obligations to live well.
18. Doordarshan was founded in which year?
[A] 1939
[B] 1949
[C] 1959
[D] 1969
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Correct Answer: C [1959]
Notes:
Doordarshan had a modest beginning as an experimental telecast starting in Delhi on 15 September, 1959. It is an autonomous Government of India founded public service broadcaster which is owned by the Broadcasting Ministry of India and is one of two divisions of Prasar Bharati. It is one of India’s largest broadcasting organisations.
19. Ten thaats or scales, belong to which system of music?
[A] Hindustani Music
[B] Chinese Music
[C] Western Music
[D] Folk Music
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Correct Answer: A [Hindustani Music]
Notes:
The ten Thaats are the modes of Indian classical music system. Thaats always have seven different pitches (called swara) and are a basis for the organization and classification of ragas in North Indian classical music. The Thaat system was created by Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande.
20. Which from the following is a “Classical dance form”?
[A] Bhangra
[B] Chhau
[C] Bharatanatyam
[D] Wangla
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Correct Answer: C [Bharatanatyam]
Notes:
Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form originating in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It has its inspirations from the sculptures of the ancient temple of Chidambaram. The Sangeet Natak Akademi currently confers classical status on eight Indian dance styles: Bharatanatyam- Tamil Nadu; Kathak- Uttar Pradesh; Kathakali- Kerala; Kuchipudi- Andhra Pradesh’ Manipuri; Manipur; Mohiniyattam- Kerala; Odissi- Odisha; and Sattriya- Assam.
