Culture and Places of India and World Test 56

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Question 1
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Which of the following is one of the five principles of yoga by Sivananda?

A
Inana

B
Tantra

C
Savasana

D
Bhakti

Solution

The following are the 5 points of yoga as laid down by Swami Vishnudevananda:
1) Proper Exercise- Asanas.
2) Proper Breathing- Pranayama.
3) Proper Relaxation- Savasana.
4) Proper Diet- Vegetarian.
5) Positive Thinking and Meditation- Vedanta and Dhyana.
Question 2
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Directions For Questions

Read the given passage and answer the questions
It was the first Indian film that was nominated for the Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category. The film displays the struggles and sacrifices done by the main protagonist in dire times. The main female lead of the film won the Filmfare award for the Best Actress in that year.

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What is the name of the film described in the above paragraph?

A
Lagaan

B
Mother India

C
Swades

D
Udaan
Question 3
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It is one of the largest forts in the world built by a Rajput ruler in $$1156$$ AD. This majestic fort, built in yellow sandstone, is also known as the Golden fort because of its golden hue during sunset. Name the fort.

A
Jaisalmer fort

B
Gwalior fort

C
Golconda fort

D
Mehrangarh fort
Solution
- Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest fortifications in the world. It is situated in the city of Jaisalmer in Rajasthan and is a World Heritage Site.
- It was constructed by the Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal in 1156.
Question 4
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He is an Indian poet and film director of many films such as Aandhi and Mausam. He is also a well known Indian lyricist who won a Grammy Award for his song 'Jai ho' along with numerous Indian awards. Name him.

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B

C

D
Question 5
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Sattriya is one among the eight principal classical Indian dance traditions and the most recent entrant in the classical dance list. It was introduced in $$15^{th}$$ century A.D by the great saint Srimanta Sankaradeva as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith. To which state does this classical dance form belong?

A
Manipur

B
Assam

C
Odisha

D
Arunachal Pradesh
Question 6
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Directions For Questions

Read the given passage and answer the questions
It is an American epic science fiction film released in $$2009$$. The film is set in mid $$22^{nd}$$ century when humans are colonising Pandora, a lush habitable moon of a gas giant. The film made extensive use of new motion capture filming techniques. This movie won the $$82^{nd}$$ Academy Awards for art direction, cinematography, and visual effects.

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Which movie are we talking about?

A
Tangled

B
Avatar

C
Tron : Legacy

D
Warcraft
Question 7
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The Sangeet Natak Academy which promotes the development of dance, drama and music in India was founded in _______.

A
$$1970$$

B
$$1956$$

C
$$1948$$

D
$$1952$$
Solution
- The Sangeet Natak Akademi was set up in 1952 for the promotion of performing arts.
- Since its inception, the Akademi has worked towards building up a unified structure of support for the practice of music, dance and drama in India.
Question 8
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Which US Chat show host had a cameo in the blockbuster film "Jurassic World"?

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B

C

D
Question 9
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This American medical drama television series is about a group of surgeons working in a hospital. It has fourteen seasons. It is created by Shonda Rhimes. Name it.

A
Greys Anatomy

B
House, M.D.

C
Childrens Hospital

D
Nurse Jackie
Question 10
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Kathakali is form of classical Indian dance drama. Attractive make-up, elaborate gestures and costumes are the main characteristics of this dance form. To which state this dance belong?

A
Tamil Nadu

B
Andhra Pradesh

C
Kerala

D
Karntaka
Solution
- Kathakali evolved from many social and religious theatrical forms of Kerala. This dance form is a blend of dance, music and acting and dramatizes stories.
- It is noted for its attractive make-up of characters, elaborate costumes, detailed gestures and well-defined body movements presented in tune with the anchor playback music and complementary percussion.