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Terai pillar inscriptions talks about which of the following?

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  1. Kalinga war episode

  2. Ashoka's dhamma

  3. Ashoka's respect for earlier Buddhas

  4. Ban on animal sacrifice

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Terai pillar is located in Nigali Sagar and Rummindei (birth place of Buddha). The inscriptions explain Ashoka’s respect for earlier Buddhas. Ashokan pillars are broad at base and taper towards the top but this one is of uniform girth from top to bottom and is without the bell shaped top.

Consider the following statements:
1. Khajuraho temples are a group of Hindu temples.
2. It includes temples of panchayatana style.
which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Khajuraho temple complex consists of Hindu and Jain temples.They were built by the Chandellas in the 900-1130 A.D. They are famous for their Panchayatana style of architecture and their erotic sculptures. They are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.

Identify the incorrect pair/pairs:
1. Yoga: Physical and breathing exercises
2. Nyaya: Logic
3. Mimamsa: Beginning of Physics
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  1. 1 and 2

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 3 only

  4. 2 only

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Yoga : Its foundation is based upon the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali which date from the first half of the 1st millennium A.D. Practice and control over pleasure, senses and bodily organs is central to this system. Exercises include physical and breathing exercises called asanas and pranayam.

Nyaya : It was developed as a system of logic. According to it, salvation can be attained through acquisition of knowledge.
Mimamsa : means the art of reasoning and interpretation. The principal object of this philosophy was to acquire heaven and salvation.

Consider the following statements about Samudragupta's coins:
1. He was shown playing veena on his coins.
2. He was shown performing Ashvamedha sacrifice on his coins.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Samudragupta was the second emperor of the Gupta dynasty. His gold coins and inscriptions suggest that he was an accomplished poet, and also played music. He was also shown playing a veena on his coins. He performed the Ashvamedha sacrifice to prove his imperial sovereignty, and according to his coins, remained undefeated.

Which of the following statements about 'Mohiniattam' is/are correct?
1. It borrows heavily from both Kathakali and Bharatnatyam.
2. It is performed by both men and women.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mohiniattam is a classical solo dance form that developed in the state of Kerala. It borrows heavily from both Kathakali and Bharatanatyam. Movement technique includes feminine movements, hand gestures and soft footwork and is performed only by women. Famous proponents of this dance form are Sunanda Nair, Madhuri amma, Jayaprabha Menon.

With reference to the Indian Classical dances, consider the following statements:
1. Sangeet Natak Academy has given the status of classical dances to eight dance forms.
2. The principles of Indian classical dances lie in Natyashastra written by Patanjali.
3. These dance forms only include feminine characteristics i.e.Lasya.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 3 only

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sangeet Natak Academy has given status of classical dance to eight dances viz. Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Odissi, Manipuri, Sattriya, Mohiniattam and Kuchipudi. Natyshastra written by Bharat Muni defines principles of Indian classical dance. It includes two basic aspects i.e. Tandava which is male characteristic of power and strength and Lasya which comprises of feminine grace, bhava, rasa and abhinaya.

Which of the following statements about "Kathak" is/are correct?
1. It was patronized and practiced by Wajid Ali Shah.
2. Its main centres are Jaipur, Banaras and Lucknow.
3. Both men and women take part.
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  1. 1 and 2

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 1 and 3

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kathak developed during the Bhakti movement. Golden age of Kathak began under the patronage of Wajid Ali Shah (last Nawab of Oudh). Three gharanas are more well known and studied - Jaipur, Banaras and Lucknow.  Kathak dance can be performed by both men and women. Birju Maharaj, Lacchu Maharaj, Sitara Devi, Damayanti Joshi are some of the famous Kathak dancers.

Consider the following terms regarding Mauryan administration:
1. Rajukas
2. Sannidhata
3. Pautvadhyaksha
Who of the above was responsible for managing state treasury?

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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. 3 only

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:
During Mauryan period:
Rajukas were appointed for the administration of justice in the empire.
Sannnidhata was the officer of state treasury.
Pautvadhyaksha was the officer of Weights and Measures.

Tribhanga body position is associated with which of the following classical dance form?

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  1. Bharatnatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Oddisi

  4. Kuchipudi

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The tribhanga posture is innate to Odissi dance. It is a standing body position which means three parts break, consisting of three bends in the body - at the neck, waist and knee and hence the body curves into a gentle "S" shape. It is considered the most graceful and sensual of the Odissi positions.

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?

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  1. 1 and 2

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 1 and 3

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

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.