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1.
Which of the following is/are famous for Sun temples? [2017]
- Arasavalli
- Amarakantak
- Omkareshwar
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2.
Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka? [2016]
3.
What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram? [2016]
- Both were built in the same period.
- Both belong to the same religious denomination.
- Both have rock-cut monuments.
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4.
With reference to art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest? [2015]
5.
With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, consider the following pairs: [2014]
Famous work of sculpture: Site
1. A grand image of Buddha's Mahaparinirvana with numerous celestial musicians above and the sorrowful figures of his followers below: Ajanta
2. A huge image of Varaha Avatar (boar incarnation) of Vishnu, as he rescues Goddess Earth from the deep and chaotic waters, sculpted on rock: Mount Abu
3."Arjuna's Penance"/ "Descent of Ganga" sculpted on the surface of huge boulder: Mamallapuram
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
6.
With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs: [2014] Famous Shrine: Location
- Tabo monastery and temple complex: Spiti Valley
- Lhotsava Lhakhang: Zanskar Valley
- Alchi Temple Complex: Ladakh
Which of the above pairs given is/are correctly matched?
7.
With reference to the cultural history of India, the term 'Panchayatan' refers to: [2014]
8.
Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two? [2013]
9.
With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements: [2013]
- The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.
- The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
- At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
10.
Consider the following historical places: [2013]
- Ajanta caves
- Lepakshi temple
- Sanchi stupa
Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?
