Modern Indian History Test 86

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Modern Indian History Test 86

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Question 1
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Who among the following wrote the biography of King Harsha?

A
Kalidasa

B
Dandin

C
Kalhana

D
Banabhatta

Solution

Banabhatta was the author of Harshacharita, biography of King Harsha. Banabhatta flourished in the 7th century and was one of the greatest masters of Sanskrit prose. His biography of Harsha provides valuable information about the period. It was the first attempt of biography in Indian literature.
Question 2
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Consider the following pairs:
Theatre form State
1. Tamasha : Maharastra
2. Krishnattam : Tamil Nadu
3. Bhaval : Gujarat
4. Bhand pather : Assam
Which of the pair/pairs given above is/are correct?

A
1, 2 and 3

B
2 and 4

C
1 and 3

D
All of the above

Solution

Tamasha - folk theatre of Maharashtra
Krishnattam - temple art in Kerala
Bhaval - folk dance in Gujarat and Rajasthan
Bhand panther - folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir
Question 3
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The first Indian product to get GI tag was?

A
Tirupati laddu

B
Darjeeling tea

C
Bikaneri bhujia

D
Nagpur orange

Solution

A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin (e.g. a town, region or a country) and possess qualities, attributes or a reputation that are due to that origin. A GI right enables those who have the right to use the indication to prevent its use by a third party whose product does not conform to the applicable standards. Darjeeling Tea was the first Indian product to get the geographical indication tag. In 2004, the famous beverage got the recognition.
Question 4
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The first evidence to the art of puppetry is found in?

A
Malvikagnimitra

B
Silappatikaram

C
Atharvaveda

D
Shilpashastra

Solution

The earliest reference to the art of puppetry is found in Tamil classic Silappadikaaram written around the 1st or 2nd cent B.C. It was written by Jain-poet, Ilango Adigal. The excavation sites at Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro have yielded puppets with sockets attached to them, which suggest the presence of puppetry as an art form then.
Question 5
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Which of the following text is most popular in Jaina depictions?

A
Kalpasutras

B
Bhagavati Sutra

C
Mricchakatikam

D
Kathakosha

Solution

The Kalpasutra and Kalakacharya –Katha are two popular Jaina texts illustrated with paintings. Kalpasutra is a manual of Hindu religious practice, a number of which emerged within the different schools of the Veda. It mainly explains in detail the varied rituals, sacrifices, judicial laws and the religious and cultural obligations.
Question 6
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Consider the following pairs:
Handicraft State
1. Madhubani paintings : Rajasthan
2. Kalamkari : Andhra Pradesh
3. Chanderi : Odisha
Select the correct pair/pairs using the code given below:

A
1 and 2

B
1 only

C
2 only

D
2 and 3

Solution

Madhubani paintings - Bihar - is characterised by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
Kalamkari - Andhra Pradesh - type of hand-painted or block-printed cotton textile.
Chanderi- Madhya Pradesh - town of historical importance in Ashoknagar District of the state Madhya Pradesh.
Question 7
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Consider the following statements regarding 'Mudiyettu' theatre form:
1. It can be found in Karnataka.
2. It is celebrated in the month of Vrischikam (November-December).
3. It is performed in kali and Shiva temples.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 and 3

B
2 only

C
1 only

D
1 and 2

Solution

Mudiyettu is a theatre form found in Kerala. It is celebrated in the month of Vrischikam (November-December) and is usually performed only in Kali temples. It depicts the triumph of goddess Bhadrakali over asura Darika.
Question 8
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GI tags are provided under the mandate of which international agreements?

A
Montreal Protocol

B
WTO TRIPS

C
Kyoto Protocol

D
Beijing Declaration

Solution

A geographical indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin (e.g. a town, region or a country) and possess qualities, attributes or a reputation that are due to that origin. Geographical indications are typically used for agricultural products, foodstuffs, wine and spirit drinks, handicrafts, and industrial products. Its mandate, governing bodies and procedures are set out in the WIPO Convention, which established WIPO in 1967.
Question 9
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Consider the following statements:
1. Mughal School of painting began under Babur.
2. Under Akbar's reign an atelier of painting was established.
3. Some Mughal painting bear European influence.
Select of the statements given above is/are correct?

A
1 and 2

B
2 and 3

C
1 and 3

D
All of the above

Solution

Mughal school of painting began with Akbar under whose rule an atelier of painting was established under the supervision of two Persian masters, Mir Sayyed Ali and Abdul Samad Khan. Under Akbar, European painting was introduced at the court by the Portuguese priests. Under their influence, the principles of fore-shortening, whereby near and distant people and things could be placed in perspective was quietly adopted.
Question 10
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Ellora Caves depict art of which of the following faiths?

A
Buddhist

B
Hindu and Buddhist

C
Jaina

D
Hindu, Buddhist and Jaina

Solution

The Ellora caves are a group of 34 caves. The caves are datable from circa 6th - 7th century A.D. to 11th - 12th century A.D. These caves dedicated to Hindu, Buddhist and Jaina faith. The Hindu caves are the most dramatic in design, and the Buddhist caves contain the simplest ornamentation. Ellora served as a group of monasteries (viharas) and temples (chaityas).

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Question 1

Kalidasa

Dandin

Kalhana

Banabhatta

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Question 2

1, 2 and 3

2 and 4

1 and 3

All of the above

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Question 3

Tirupati laddu

Darjeeling tea

Bikaneri bhujia

Nagpur orange

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Question 4

Malvikagnimitra

Silappatikaram

Atharvaveda

Shilpashastra

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Question 5

Kalpasutras

Bhagavati Sutra

Mricchakatikam

Kathakosha

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Question 6

1 and 2

1 only

2 only

2 and 3

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Question 7

1 and 3

2 only

1 only

1 and 2

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Question 8

Montreal Protocol

WTO TRIPS

Kyoto Protocol

Beijing Declaration

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Question 9

1 and 2

2 and 3

1 and 3

All of the above

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Question 10

Buddhist

Hindu and Buddhist

Jaina

Hindu, Buddhist and Jaina

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