UPSC Prelims · GS Paper 1 · Art & Culture
Art & Culture: Prelims PYQs with answers
62 questions from 2013 to 2026, newest first. The 2026 answers are not yet final: UPSC releases its official key after the final result.
Q1Prelims 2026
Which one of the following statements with regard to the Moidams, built by the Tai-Ahom kingdom and inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is/are correct?
- 1. They acted as army fortresses.
- 2. They were recreation centres of the Royals and Nobles.
- 3. They were burial grounds of the Royals and Nobles.
- 4. They were battle drill centres of the Royals and Nobles.
Select the answer using the code given below:
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 3
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 2 and 4
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Answer: (c) 3 only · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q2Prelims 2026
Which of the following temples has/have a Nagara-style shikhara?
- 1. Malegitti Shivalaya, Badami
- 2. Huchimalligudi Temple, Aihole
- 3. Dashavatara Temple, Deogarh
- 4. Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal
Select the answer using the code given below:
- (a) 1 and 2
- (b) 2 and 3
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 3 and 4
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Answer: (b) 2 and 3 · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q3Prelims 2026
What does an empty seat represent in early Buddhist iconography?
- (a) The meditation of the Buddha
- (b) The Buddha’s First Sermon
- (c) The Buddha’s Mahaparinibbana
- (d) The Buddha’s Mahabhinishkramana
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Answer: (a) The meditation of the Buddha · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q4Prelims 2026
Which of the following statements on the Amaravati Stupa and its relief sculpture is/are correct?
- 1. It was located in the lower Krishna valley.
- 2. In India, it was next only to the Sanchi Stupa in size.
- 3. The Amaravati school of sculpture made a lasting impact on the later South Indian sculpture, and its products were carried to Sri Lanka and South-east Asia.
Select the answer using the code given below:
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 3 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q5Prelims 2026
Consider the following statements relating to the use of the place-value system in India:
- 1. The earliest epigraphic use of the place-value system in India is found in the Mankani plates from Gujarat (AD 595-596).
- 2. In the ninth century, place-values become general in inscriptions all over India.
- 3. The place-values have been found in Sanskrit inscriptions in South-east Asia as early as the seventh century.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 1 and 3 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3 · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q6Prelims 2026
Which one of the following Carnatic music ragas is similar to Raga Bilawal in Hindustani music?
- (a) Nat Bhairavi
- (b) Kamavardhini
- (c) Hanumatodi
- (d) Dheera Shankarabharanam
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Answer: (d) Dheera Shankarabharanam · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q7Prelims 2026
Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur, the famous classical singer from Karnataka, represented the:
- (a) Agra Gharana
- (b) Gwalior Gharana
- (c) Patiala Gharana
- (d) Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana
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Answer: (d) Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q8Prelims 2026
The Hallisalasya painting in the Bagh Caves represents:
- (a) A joyous folk dance
- (b) Buddha in a meditative pose
- (c) The depiction of Shiva and Parvati on Kailasha
- (d) Samudramanthan (Churning of the Ocean)
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Answer: (a) A joyous folk dance · UPSC's official 2026 key is not yet released.
Q9Prelims 2025
The famous female figurine known as ‘Dancing Girl’, found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of
- (a) carnelian
- (b) clay
- (c) bronze
- (d) gold
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Answer: (c) bronze
Q10Prelims 2025
The first Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, a music training school, was set up in 1901 by Vishnu Digambar Paluskar in
- (a) Delhi
- (b) Gwalior
- (c) Ujjain
- (d) Lahore
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Answer: (d) Lahore
Q11Prelims 2024
Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage
List released by UNESCO:
- 1. Shantiniketan
- 2. Rani-ki-Vav
- 3. Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas
- 4. Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya
How many of the above properties were included in 2023?
- (a) Only one
- (b) Only two
- (c) Only three
- (d) All four
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Answer: (b) Only two
Q12Prelims 2024
Sanghabhuti, an Indian Buddhist monk, who travelled to China at the end of the fourth century AD, was the author of a commentary on:
- (a) Prajnaparamita Sutra
- (b) Visuddhimagga
- (c) Sarvastivada Vinaya
- (d) Lalitavistara
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Answer: (c) Sarvastivada Vinaya
Q13Prelims 2024
Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?
- (a) Ghhau dance
- (b) Durga puja
- (c) Garba dance
- (d) Kumbh mela
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Answer: (c) Garba dance
Q14Prelims 2023
With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following pairs:
Literary work Author 1. Devichandragupta Bilhana 2. Hammira-Mahakavya Nayachandra Suri 3. Milinda-panha Nagarjuna 4. Nitivakyamrita Somadeva Suri How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
- (a) Only one
- (b) Only two
- (c) Only three
- (d) All four
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Answer: (b) Only two
Q15Prelims 2022
The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the new Circuit House near Somnath Temple at Veraval. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Somnath Temple?
- 1. Somnath Temple is one of the Jyotirlinga shrines.
- 2. A description of the Somnath Temple was given by Al-Biruni.
- 3. Pran Pratishtha of Somnath Temple (installation of the present-day temple) was done by President S. Radhakrishnan.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Q16Prelims 2022
With reference to Indian history, consider the following texts:
- 1. Nettipakarana
- 2. Parishishtaparvan
- 3. Avadanashataka
- 4. Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana
Which of the above are Jaina texts?
- (a) 1,2 and 3
- (b) 2 and 4 only
- (c) 1,3 and 4
- (d) 2,3 and 4
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Answer: (b) 2 and 4 only
Q17Prelims 2022
With reference to Indian history, consider the following pairs:
Historical person Known as 1. Aryadeva Jaina scholar 2. Dignaga Buddhist scholar 3. Nathamuni Vaishnava scholar How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
- (a) None of the pairs
- (b) Only one pair
- (c) Only two pairs
- (d) All three pairs
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Answer: (c) Only two pairs
Q18Prelims 2022
The world’s second tallest statue in sitting pose of Ramanuja was inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India at Hyderabad recently.
Which one of the following statements correctly represents the teachings of Ramanuja?
- (a) The best means of salvation was devotion.
- (b) Vedas are eternal, self-existent and wholly authoritative.
- (c) Logical arguments were essential means for the highest bliss.
- (d) Salvation was to be obtained through meditation.
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Answer: (a) The best means of salvation was devotion.
Q19Prelims 2022
With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as “Kulah-Daran”?
- (a) Arab merchants
- (b) Qalandars
- (c) Persian calligraphists
- (d) Sayyids
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Answer: (d) Sayyids
Q20Prelims 2021
Which one of the following statements is correct?
- (a) Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora river.
- (b) Sanchi Stupa lies in the gorge of Chambal river.
- (c) Pandu-lena Cave Shrines lie in the gorge of Narmada river.
- (d) Amaravati Stupa lies in the gorge of Godavari river.
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Answer: (a) Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora river.
Q21Prelims 2021
With reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements:
- 1. It is a circular temple built during the reign of Kachchhapaghata Dynasty.
- 2. It is the only circular temple built in India.
- 3. It was meant to promote the Vaishnava cult in the region.
- 4. Its design has given rise to a popular belief that it was the inspiration behind the Indian Parliament building.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- (a) 1 and 2
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 4
- (d) 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: (c) 1 and 4
Q22Prelims 2021
With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kashemeshvara were famous
- (a) Jain monks
- (b) playwrights
- (c) temple architects
- (d) philosophers
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Answer: (b) playwrights
Q23Prelims 2021
Consider the following statements:
- 1. St. Francis Xavier was one of the founding members of the Jesuit Order.
- 2. St Francis Xavier died in Goa and a church is dedicated to him there.
- 3. The Feast of St. Francis Xavier is celebrated in Goa each year.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only
Q24Prelims 2021
Consider the following pairs:
(Historical place) (Well – known for) 1. Burzahom Rock – cut shrines 2. Chandra-ketugarh Terracotta art 3. Ganeshwar Copper artifacts Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 2
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 2 and 3
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Answer: (d) 2 and 3
Q25Prelims 2021
With reference to India, the terms ‘Halbi, Ho and Kui’ pertain to
- (a) dance forms of Northwest India
- (b) musical instruments
- (c) prehistoric cave paintings
- (d) tribal languages
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Answer: (d) tribal languages
Q26Prelims 2021
Consider the following statements:
- 1. 21st February is declared to be the International Mother Language Day by UNICEF.
- 2. The demand that Bangla has to be one of the national languages was raised in the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) Both 1 and 2
- (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (b) 2 only
Q27Prelims 2020
With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following pairs:
1. Parivrajaka Renunciant and Wanderer 2. Shramana Priest with a high status 3. Upasaka Lay follower of Buddhism Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 1 and 3 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Q28Prelims 2020
With reference to the history of India, consider the following pairs:
Famous Place Present State 1. Bhilsa Madhya Pradesh 2. Dwarasamudra Maharashtra 3. Girinagar Gujarat 4. Sthanesvara Uttar Pradesh Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 and 3 only
- (b) 1 and 4 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 2 and 4 only
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Answer: (a) 1 and 3 only
Q29Prelims 2019
Building ‘Kalyana Mandapam’ was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of:
- (a) Chalukya
- (b) Chandela
- (c) Rashtrakuta
- (d) Vijayanagara
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Answer: (d) Vijayanagara
Q30Prelims 2018
With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following statements:
- 1. White marble was used in making Buland Darwaza and Khankah at Fatehpur Sikri.
- 2. Red sandstone and marble were used in making Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza in Lucknow.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) Both 1 and 2
- (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Q31Prelims 2018
With reference to cultural history of India, consider the following statements:
- 1. Most of the Tyagaraja Kritis are devotional songs in Praise of Lord Krishna.
- 2. Tyagaraja created several new ragas.
- 3. Annamacharay and Tyagaraja are contemporaries.
- 4. Annamacharya keertanas are devotional songs in praise of Lord Venkateshwara.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- (a) 1 and 3 only
- (b) 2 and 4 only
- (c) 1, 2 and 3
- (d) 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: (b) 2 and 4 only
Q32Prelims 2018
The well-known painting “Bani Thani” belongs to the
- (a) Bundi School
- (b) Jaipur School
- (c) Kangra School
- (d) Kishangarh School
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Answer: (d) Kishangarh School
Q33Prelims 2018
Consider the following pairs:
Tradition State 1. Chapchar Kut festival Mizoram 2. Khongjom Parba Ballad Manipur 3. Thang-Ta dance Sikkim Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 2 only
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 2 and 3 only
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Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only
Q34Prelims 2018
Consider the following pairs:
Craft Heritage of 1. Puthukkuli shawls Tamil Nadu 2. Sujni embroidery Maharashtra 3. Uppada Jamdani sarees Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 2 only
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 2 and 3 only
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Answer: (a) 1 only
Q35Prelims 2017
Which of the following is/are famous for Sun temples?
- 1. Arasavalli
- 2. Amarkantak
- 3. Omkareshwar
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (a) 1 only
Q36Prelims 2017
With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:
- 1. It is a song and dance performance.
- 2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
- 3. It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1, 2 and 3
- (b) 1 and 3 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1 only
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Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Q37Prelims 2017
The painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani is one of the most famous and oft-illustrated paintings at
- (a) Ajanta
- (b) Badami
- (c) Bagh
- (d) Ellora
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Answer: (a) Ajanta
Q38Prelims 2017
Consider the following pairs:
Traditions Communities 1. Chaliha Sahib Festival Sindhis 2. Nanda Raj Jaat Yatra Gonds 3. Wari-Warkari Santhals Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) None of the above
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Answer: (a) 1 only
Q39Prelims 2016
What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram?
- 1. Both were built in the same period
- 2. Both belong to the same religious denomination
- 3. Both have rock-cut monuments
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) None of the statements given above is correct
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Answer: (b) 3 only
Q40Prelims 2016
Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?
- (a) Swapnavasavadatta
- (b) Malavikagnimitra
- (c) Meghadoota
- (d) Ratnavati
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Answer: (b) Malavikagnimitra
Q41Prelims 2016
Consider the following pairs:
Famous place Region 1. Bodhgaya Baghelkhand 2. Khajuraho Bundelkhand 3. Shirdi Vidarbha 4. Nasik (Nashik) Malwa 5. Tirupati Rayalaseema Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
- (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
- (b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
- (c) 2 and 5 only
- (d) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
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Answer: (c) 2 and 5 only
Q42Prelims 2015
With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made the earliest?
- (a) Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar
- (b) Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
- (c) Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram
- (d) Varaha Image at Udayagiri
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Answer: (b) Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
Q43Prelims 2015
Kalamkari painting refers to
- (a) a hand-painted cotton textile in South India.
- (b) a handmade drawing on bamboo handicrafts in North-East India.
- (c) a block-painted woollen cloth in Western Himalayan region of India.
- (d) a hand-painted decorative silk cloth in North-Western India.
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Answer: (a) a hand-painted cotton textile in South India.
Q44Prelims 2014
With reference to the cultural history of India, the term 'Panchayatan' refers to
- (a) an assembly of village elders
- (b) a religious sect
- (c) a style of temple construction
- (d) an administrative functionary
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Answer: (c) a style of temple construction
Q45Prelims 2014
With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, consider the following pairs:
Famous work of sculpture Site 1. A grand image of Buddha's Mahaparinirvana with numerous celestial musicians above and the sorrowful figures of his followers below Ajanta 2. A huge image of Varaha Avatar (boar incarnation) of Vishnu, as he rescues Goddess Earth from the deep and chaotic waters, sculpted on rock Mount Abu 3. “Arjuna's Penance”/ “Descent of Ganga” sculpted on the surface of huge boulders Mamallapuram Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only
Q46Prelims 2014
The national motto of India, ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from
- (a) Katha Upanishad
- (b) Chandogya Upanishad
- (c) Aitareya Upanishad
- (d) Mundaka Upanishad
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Answer: (d) Mundaka Upanishad
Q47Prelims 2014
Consider the following statements:
- 1. ‘Bijak’ is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal.
- 2. The Philosophy of PushtiMarg was propounded by Madhavacharya.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) Both 1 and 2
- (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Q48Prelims 2014
Consider the following pairs:
1. Garba Gujarat 2. Mohiniattam Odisha 3. Yakshagana Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only
Q49Prelims 2014
With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements:
- 1. Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama.
- 2. It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam.
- 3. It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 2 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only
Q50Prelims 2014
Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?
- (a) Mimamsa and Vedanta
- (b) Nyaya and Vaisheshika
- (c) Lokayata and Kapalika
- (d) Sankhya and Yoga
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Answer: (c) Lokayata and Kapalika
Q51Prelims 2014
Every year, a month-long ecologically important campaign/ festival is held during which certain communities/tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees.
Which of the following are such communities/tribes?
- (a) Bhutia and Lepcha
- (b) Gond and Korku
- (c) Irula and Toda
- (d) Sahariya and Agariya
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Answer: (b) Gond and Korku
Q52Prelims 2014
A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their
- (a) Martial arts in North-East India
- (b) Musical tradition in North-West India
- (c) Classical vocal music in South India
- (d) Pietra dura tradition in Central India
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Answer: (b) Musical tradition in North-West India
Q53Prelims 2014
With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs:
Famous Shrine Location 1. Tabo monastery and temple complex Spiti Valley 2. Lhotsava Lhakhang temple, Nako Zanskar Valley 3. Alchi temple complex Ladakh Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 1 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only
Q54Prelims 2014
With reference to India's culture and tradition, what is ‘Kalaripayattu'?
- (a) It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South India
- (b) It is an ancient style bronze and brass work still found in southern part of Coromandel area
- (c) It is an ancient form of dance-drama and a living tradition in the northern part of Malabar
- (d) It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India
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Answer: (d) It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India
Q55Prelims 2014
Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days?
- (a) 22nd March (or 21st March)
- (b) 15th May (or 16th May)
- (c) 31st March (or 30th March)
- (d) 21st April (or 20th April)
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Answer: (a) 22nd March (or 21st March)
Q56Prelims 2014
Consider the following languages
- 1. Gujarati
- 2. Kannada
- 3. Telugu
Which of the above has/have been declared as 'Classical Language / Languages' by the Government?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 3 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only
Q57Prelims 2013
With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements:
- 1. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.
- 2. The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
- 3. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 and 3 only
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (c) 3 only
Q58Prelims 2013
Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?
- (a) Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monks
- (b) Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks
- (c) Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to it
- (d) There is no material difference between the two
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Answer: (b) Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks
Q59Prelims 2013
In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called 'Tribhanga' has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today. Which one of the following statements best describes this pose?
- (a) One leg is bent, and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck
- (b) Facial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolise certain epic or historic characters
- (c) Movements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a story
- (d) A little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasised to express the feelings of love or eroticism
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Answer: (a) One leg is bent, and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck
Q60Prelims 2013
Consider the following historical places:
- 1. Ajanta Caves
- 2. Lepakshi Temple
- 3. Sanchi Stupa
Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 1 and 2 only
- (c) 1, 2 and 3
- (d) None of the above
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Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only
Q61Prelims 2013
Consider the following Bhakti Saints:
- 1. Dadu Dayal
- 2. Guru Nanak
- 3. Tyagaraja Who among the above was/were preaching when the Lodi dynasty fell, and Babur took over?
- (a) 1 and 3
- (b) 2 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1 and 2 only
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Answer: (b) 2 only
Q62Prelims 2013
With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school:
- 1. Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transmigration of soul.
- 2. Sankhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) Both 1 and 2
- (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (b) 2 only