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Prelims / 2013 / Art & Culture
Ancient History 2 Art & Culture 9 Economy 16 Environment & Ecology 19 Geography 13 Indian Polity 16 Modern History 6 Science & Technology 16 Social Issues & Schemes 3
Question 1 Easy

Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?

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Question 2 Medium

In the context of the cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today....

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Question 3 Hard

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?

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Question 4 Easy

Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine? 1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance. 2. Every object, even the smalles...

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Question 5 Hard

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 r...

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Question 6 Medium

Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?

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Question 7 Hard

Consider the following pairs : 1. Limboo (Limbu): Sikkim 2. Karbi: Himachal Pradesh 3. Dongaria: Odisha 4. Bonda: Tamil Nadu Which of the above pairs are correctly ma...

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Question 8 Hard

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?

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Question 9 Hard

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 In...

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