Indian Culture

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Q. The 'Aeneid', an epic poem that tells the story of Aeneas, was written by which Roman poet?
  • A. Ovid
  • B. Virgil
  • C. Horace
  • D. Catullus
Q. The 'Canterbury Tales' is a collection of stories written by which author?
  • A. Geoffrey Chaucer
  • B. Thomas More
  • C. John Bunyan
  • D. Edmund Spenser
Q. The 'Divine Comedy', a monumental work of world literature, was written by which of the following authors?
  • A. Geoffrey Chaucer
  • B. Dante Alighieri
  • C. John Milton
  • D. William Shakespeare
Q. The 'Iliad' and the 'Odyssey' are epic poems attributed to which ancient Greek poet?
  • A. Hesiod
  • B. Homer
  • C. Virgil
  • D. Sophocles
Q. The 'Renaissance' in India during the 19th century was primarily characterized by which of the following?
  • A. Revival of ancient texts
  • B. Western education and reform movements
  • C. Colonial resistance
  • D. Cultural isolation
Q. The 'Sanskrit Drama' is best exemplified by which of the following playwrights?
  • A. Bhasa
  • B. Kalidasa
  • C. Bhavabhuti
  • D. All of the above
Q. The 'Sanskritization' process in Indian society refers to which of the following? (1900)
  • A. Adoption of Hindu rituals by non-Hindu communities
  • B. Decline of caste system
  • C. Spread of Buddhism
  • D. Integration of tribal cultures
Q. The Ajanta Caves are renowned for their paintings and sculptures. What is their primary theme?
  • A. Buddhist teachings
  • B. Hindu mythology
  • C. Jain philosophy
  • D. Islamic art
Q. The Alhambra, a famous palace and fortress complex, is located in which country?
  • A. Italy
  • B. Spain
  • C. Turkey
  • D. Morocco
Q. The Bhakti movement in India primarily emphasized which of the following?
  • A. Ritualistic practices
  • B. Personal devotion to God
  • C. Caste hierarchy
  • D. Philosophical debates
Q. The Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an exemplary representation of which architectural style?
  • A. Chola Architecture
  • B. Mughal Architecture
  • C. Indo-Saracenic Architecture
  • D. Dravidian Architecture
Q. The concept of 'Ahimsa' in Indian philosophy is best described as which of the following?
  • A. Non-violence
  • B. Truthfulness
  • C. Self-discipline
  • D. Charity
Q. The concept of 'Dharma' in Indian culture primarily refers to which of the following?
  • A. Rituals and ceremonies
  • B. Moral and ethical duties
  • C. Economic prosperity
  • D. Political governance
Q. The frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, painted by Michelangelo, primarily depict which biblical event?
  • A. The Creation of Adam
  • B. The Last Supper
  • C. The Crucifixion
  • D. The Nativity
Q. The Parthenon, a symbol of ancient Greece, is primarily dedicated to which deity?
  • A. Zeus
  • B. Athena
  • C. Apollo
  • D. Hera
Q. The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an example of which architectural style?
  • A. Indo-Islamic
  • B. Gothic
  • C. Renaissance
  • D. Baroque
Q. The Terracotta Army, discovered in 1974, is associated with which historical figure?
  • A. Qin Shi Huang
  • B. Han Wudi
  • C. Cao Cao
  • D. Sun Yat-sen
Q. The use of 'flying buttresses' in architecture was primarily developed during which period?
  • A. Ancient
  • B. Medieval
  • C. Renaissance
  • D. Modern
Q. The use of perspective in painting was significantly developed during which period?
  • A. Medieval
  • B. Renaissance
  • C. Baroque
  • D. Modern
Q. What is the primary characteristic of Baroque art that emerged in the 17th century?
  • A. Emphasis on emotion and movement
  • B. Use of geometric shapes
  • C. Focus on minimalism
  • D. Incorporation of abstract forms
Q. Which ancient civilization is known for its contributions to sculpture, particularly the development of the life-sized statue?
  • A. Egyptian
  • B. Greek
  • C. Mesopotamian
  • D. Indus Valley
Q. Which ancient civilization is known for its use of the post-and-lintel construction method in its temples?
  • A. Egyptian
  • B. Greek
  • C. Mesopotamian
  • D. Indus Valley
Q. Which architectural feature is commonly found in Hindu temples and is characterized by a towering structure above the sanctum?
  • A. Shikhara
  • B. Dome
  • C. Minaret
  • D. Pinnacle
Q. Which art movement is characterized by the use of everyday objects and the challenge of traditional notions of art? (1916)
  • A. Dadaism
  • B. Romanticism
  • C. Realism
  • D. Neoclassicism
Q. Which literary work is considered a significant source of information about the Mauryan Empire?
  • A. Arthashastra
  • B. Panchatantra
  • C. Mahabharata
  • D. Ramayana
Q. Which Mughal emperor is known for his policy of religious tolerance and the establishment of the Din-i Ilahi?
  • A. Akbar
  • B. Shah Jahan
  • C. Aurangzeb
  • D. Babur
Q. Which of the following architectural styles is associated with the Vijayanagara Empire?
  • A. Gothic
  • B. Dravidian
  • C. Indo-Saracenic
  • D. Mughal
Q. Which of the following architectural styles is characterized by the use of pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?
  • A. Romanesque
  • B. Gothic
  • C. Baroque
  • D. Neoclassical
Q. Which of the following art forms is NOT traditionally associated with the Renaissance period?
  • A. Oil Painting
  • B. Fresco
  • C. Woodblock Printing
  • D. Digital Art
Q. Which of the following art forms is primarily associated with the Mughal Empire?
  • A. Miniature Painting
  • B. Bharatanatyam
  • C. Gothic Architecture
  • D. Cubism
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