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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to ‘Warli Paintings’, consider the following statements.
1. It is being practiced by indigenous people that occupy mainly the Tamil Nadu- Kerala border.
2. Geometrical figures like triangle, circle and square are used to represent human figures.
3. For painting white pigment is used, which is made of a mixture of gum and rice powder.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
2 and 3 are correct.
Warli Painting:
The name of the painting comes from the people who have been carrying the painting tradition that goes back to 2500-3000 BC. They are called the Warlis, indigenous people that occupy mainly the Gujarat-Maharashtra border. These paintings have close resemblance to the mural paintings of Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh that date back to the pre-historic period. These ritualistic paintings have a central motif of a chaukat or chauk, which is surrounded by scenes portraying fishing, hunting, farming, dances, animals, trees and festivals. Among the Goddesses, Palaghata (goddess of fertility) is drawn and among the male gods, those spirits that have taken human form are represented.
Traditionally, the paintings are done on the walls using very basic graphic vocabulary, including a triangle, a circle and a square. These shapes are inspired from nature, i.e. circle from sun or moon, triangle from conical shaped trees or mountains and square from sacred enclosure or piece of land. To represent a human or animal, two triangles are joined at the tip, with circles acting like their head. The base is made of a mixture of mud, branches and cow dung that gives it a red ochre colour. For painting only white pigment is used, which is made of a mixture of gum and rice powder.Incorrect
2 and 3 are correct.
Warli Painting:
The name of the painting comes from the people who have been carrying the painting tradition that goes back to 2500-3000 BC. They are called the Warlis, indigenous people that occupy mainly the Gujarat-Maharashtra border. These paintings have close resemblance to the mural paintings of Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh that date back to the pre-historic period. These ritualistic paintings have a central motif of a chaukat or chauk, which is surrounded by scenes portraying fishing, hunting, farming, dances, animals, trees and festivals. Among the Goddesses, Palaghata (goddess of fertility) is drawn and among the male gods, those spirits that have taken human form are represented.
Traditionally, the paintings are done on the walls using very basic graphic vocabulary, including a triangle, a circle and a square. These shapes are inspired from nature, i.e. circle from sun or moon, triangle from conical shaped trees or mountains and square from sacred enclosure or piece of land. To represent a human or animal, two triangles are joined at the tip, with circles acting like their head. The base is made of a mixture of mud, branches and cow dung that gives it a red ochre colour. For painting only white pigment is used, which is made of a mixture of gum and rice powder. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsDuring the early phase of Buddhism, Buddha is depicted symbolically through
1. Footprints
2. Stupas
3. Lotus throne
4. Chakra
Select the correct answer codeCorrect
All of the above are correct.
During the early phase of Buddhism, Buddha is depicted symbolically through footprints, stupas, lotus throne, chakra, etc. This indicates either simple worship, or paying respect, or at times depicts historisisation of life events.Incorrect
All of the above are correct.
During the early phase of Buddhism, Buddha is depicted symbolically through footprints, stupas, lotus throne, chakra, etc. This indicates either simple worship, or paying respect, or at times depicts historisisation of life events. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Indo-Sarcenic architecture.
1. It was a hybrid architectural style.
2. Medieval buildings in India with their domes and Chhatris inspired it.
3. The Gateway of India was built in this style.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
1, 2 and 3 are correct.
Towards the beginning of the twentieth century a new hybrid architectural style developed which combined the Indian with the European. By integrating Indian and European styles in public architecture the British wanted to prove that they were legitimate rulers of India. This was called Indo-Saracenic. The inspiration for this style was medieval buildings in India with their domes, chhatris, jalis, and arches. The Gateway of India, built in the traditional Gujarati style to welcome King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911, is the most famous example of this style.Incorrect
1, 2 and 3 are correct.
Towards the beginning of the twentieth century a new hybrid architectural style developed which combined the Indian with the European. By integrating Indian and European styles in public architecture the British wanted to prove that they were legitimate rulers of India. This was called Indo-Saracenic. The inspiration for this style was medieval buildings in India with their domes, chhatris, jalis, and arches. The Gateway of India, built in the traditional Gujarati style to welcome King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911, is the most famous example of this style. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Thatheras and its craft, mentioned in the UNESCO Intangible Heritage list, consider the following statements.
1. It is the traditional technique of manufacturing brass and copper utensils.
2. It originated from the state of West Bengal.
3. The craft and the process of manufacturing is transmitted orally from one generation to the other.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
1 and 3 are correct.
The craft of the Thatheras of Jandiala Guru constitutes the traditional technique of manufacturing brass and copper utensils in Punjab.
This is an oral tradition that is passed on to generations of the ‘Thathera’ community. The metals are heated and moulded into thin plates with curved shapes.
It is recommended for medicinal purposes in several Ayurveda texts. It was patronized and encouraged by Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 19th century.
The utensils are of wide variety like those used in household and community kitchens (langar) of Sikh Gurudwaras.Incorrect
1 and 3 are correct.
The craft of the Thatheras of Jandiala Guru constitutes the traditional technique of manufacturing brass and copper utensils in Punjab.
This is an oral tradition that is passed on to generations of the ‘Thathera’ community. The metals are heated and moulded into thin plates with curved shapes.
It is recommended for medicinal purposes in several Ayurveda texts. It was patronized and encouraged by Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 19th century.
The utensils are of wide variety like those used in household and community kitchens (langar) of Sikh Gurudwaras. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsIn the Gupta empire, Paramabhattaraka was a
Correct
The Gupta kings patronized Brahmanical Hinduism. In other words, the period witnessed the ascendancy of Brahmanical religious beliefs like Vaishnavism, Saivism, Shakti worship etc. The rulers themselves were ardent worshippers of Vishnu and accepted Vaishnavite titles like Parama Bliagabata, Parama Bhattaraka etc.
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The Gupta kings patronized Brahmanical Hinduism. In other words, the period witnessed the ascendancy of Brahmanical religious beliefs like Vaishnavism, Saivism, Shakti worship etc. The rulers themselves were ardent worshippers of Vishnu and accepted Vaishnavite titles like Parama Bliagabata, Parama Bhattaraka etc.
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