1. Associated with Brahmanism and Tantric belief systems.
2. It is located on the east coast of the Indian subcontinent.
3. There was a tall tower with a shikhara above the vimana, but it was demolished in the 19th century.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) only two
(c) All three.
(d) None
Question 2
With reference to the Kapdagandha shawl, consider the following statements.
1. Reflects the rich tribal heritage of the Dongria Kondo people.
2. Embroidered with red, yellow and green colored threads on off-white coarse fabric.
3. Shawls are worn only by women.
4. Registered as GI tag of Odisha.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) only two
(c) only three
(d) All four.
Question 3
Consider the following account of the Paika rebellion.
1. The Paikas were a peasant militia of Gajapati, the ruler of Orissa.
2. The Paikas were mobilized under the leadership of Veer Surendra Sai.
Which of the above statements is correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) both 1 and 2
(d) neither 1 nor 2
Question 4
With reference to Swami Dayanand Saraswati, consider these words:
1. He founded the Arya Samaj in 1875.
2. He wrote Satyars Prakash which emphasized Vedic principles.
3. He accepted the idea of ​​idolatry.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) only two
(c) All three.
(d) None
Question 5
Traditionally, these pictures are painted on walls. In the Chhotaudepur region of Gujarat, it is mostly painted by men. The paintings depict elephants, men, women, weapons, musical instruments, and even weddings, festivals, and celebrations.
Which of the following paintings does the above line refer to?
(a) Kalamkari painting
(b) Paintings of Kalighat
(c) Warli painting
(d) Pithora painting
Answers to MCQs
1.(c)
for your information:
— The Archaeological Survey of India is working on a preliminary roadmap to safely remove sand from inside the Sun Temple in Orissa, which was reclaimed by the British 118 years ago to prevent it from collapsing.
— Konarak Sun Temple, located on the east coast This temple of the Indian subcontinent is one of the outstanding examples of temple architecture and art, as evidenced by the strength of its concept, scale, proportions, and sublime narrative of its sculptural decoration. Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
— This is a remarkable evidence of the 13th century kingdom of Orissa, a monumental example of the personification of divinity, and forms a valuable link in the history of the spread of the worship of the sun god Surya.
— In this sense, it is immediate and material. Related to Brahmanism and Tantric belief systems. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— The Sun Temple is the culmination of Kalingan temple architecture, with all its distinctive elements in complete and perfect form.
— A masterpiece of creative genius both in conception and realization, the temple represents the sun god’s chariot with 12 pairs of wheels drawn by 7 horses, evoking movement across the heavens.
— Above the vimana (main sanctuary) was a high tower with a shikhara (crown), but it was demolished in the 19th century. Therefore, statement 3 is correct.
Therefore, option (c) is correct.
(Other sources: whc.unesco.org)
2.(c)
for your information:
— The coveted Geographical Indication (GI) label has been awarded to seven Odisha products, ranging from Similipal Kai chutney made with red grouper ants to embroidered Kapdagandha shawls. Therefore, statement 4 is correct.
— Shawls reflect rich tribal traditions. donria cons. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— Embroidered with red, yellow, and green thread on a coarse off-white cloth, each color representing a different meaning. Green represents mountains and hills, and yellow represents peace and happiness. The color red is associated with blood. Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
— The shawl’s motifs are mostly lines and triangles, thought to reflect the mountain’s importance to the community.
— Shawls are worn by both men and women Dongrians then gift it to their families as a token of love and affection. Therefore, statement 3 is incorrect.
Therefore, option (c) is correct.
3.(a)
for your information:
-The Center stated in Congress that it did not recognize the Paika Rebellion as the First War of Independence.
— Orissa demanded that the Orissa Paika rebellion be declared as the First War of Independence. The Indian Rebellion or Sepoy Rebellion of 1857 is now referred to as the first war of independence against British rule.
— The Paika Bidroha (Paika Rebellion) of 1817 occurred almost 40 years before the first Sepoy Rebellion.of The Paikas were a peasant militia of Gajapati, the ruler of Orissa. A person who offered military service to the king. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— When the East India Company deposed the Khurda king Raja Mukunda Deva in 1803, the British established themselves in Orissa.
— When the new British colonial settlement and land revenue settlement came into effect, the Paica family lost their fortune.
— Continued interference in the economy and revenue system led to the exploitation and oppression of peasants and peasants, and eventually to rebellion against the British.
A large number of Paikas were mobilized under the leadership of Bakshi Jagabandhu VidyadharHe then confronted the British on April 2, 1817. Therefore, statement 2 is incorrect.
— The uprising spread like wildfire across the state, resulting in several clashes and encounters between British and Paika forces.
Therefore, option (a) is correct.
4.(b)
for your information:
— Dayanand Saraswati (1824-1883) was one of the most influential figures in 19th century India.
— He believed in the supreme authority of the Vedas. He founded the Arya Samaj in 1875.led a reform movement within orthodox Hinduism. Therefore, statement 1 is correct.
— Among his various beliefs: Rejection of idol worship and opposition to Hinduism’s overly ritualistic traditions, support for women’s education, condemnation of child marriage, and untouchability. Therefore, statement 3 is incorrect.
– he wrote Satyart Prakash (1875)emphasized a “return to Vedic principles”. Therefore, statement 2 is correct.
Therefore, option (b) is correct.
5.(d)
for your information:
— pitola painting These paintings are traditionally painted on walls that feature seven horses representing the seven hills that surround the border region of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. This area is home to the Ratuwa community who create these paintings.
— These murals were made as offerings to Pisora, the god of grain. These are commonly painted only by men in the Chhotaudepur region of Gujarat.
— In addition to weddings, festivals, and celebrations, the paintings are rich in images of everyday life, including elephants, men, women, weapons, and musical instruments.
— Paints are made by mixing pigments with milk and liquor made from the Mahda tree. Painters create art by combining bamboo sticks, cotton, and wood stencils. Although traditionally practiced only as wall paintings, today’s generation of Pisola painters use commercially available paper and canvas.
Therefore, option (d) is correct.
(Other sources: http://www.gujaratourism.com)
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