1. Rajgir Mahotsav is celebrated in __:
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Bihar
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Bihar]
Notes:
Rajgir, the ancient capital of the Magadhan empire in Bihar is held sacred by both Buddhists and Jains for its association with the Buddha and Mahavir. Department of Tourism, Bihar holds a colourful festival of dance and music, Rajgir Mahotsav or Dance Festival every year in Rajgir.
2. The terms Udara, Mudara and Tara are related to which among the following as per the ancient Indian texts?
[A] Medicines
[B] Gods
[C] Music
[D] Millitary science
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Correct Answer: C [Music]
Notes:
The terms Udara, Mudara and Tara are related to Music as per the ancient Indian Texts. They are the important terms related to the music connotations.
3. Which among the following is not correctly matched?
[A] Aga Khan Palace – Pune
[B] Bharat Bhawan – Bhopal
[C] Akal Takht – Amritsar
[D] All are correct
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Correct Answer: D [All are correct]
Notes:
All the above places are correctly matched.
4. For which of the following the term Sandalwood is used?
[A] Kannada Cinema
[B] Telugu Cinema
[C] Tamil Cinema
[D] South Indian Cinema
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Correct Answer: A [Kannada Cinema]
Notes:
Sandalwood is the term used for Kannad cinema. Tollywood is used for Telugu cinema. Kollywood is used for Tamil Cinema.
5. Chorten is a term related to which of the following religion?
[A] Buddhism
[B] Jewism
[C] Judaism
[D] Jainism
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Correct Answer: A [Buddhism]
Notes:
Buddhism stupa are called Chorten in North east India and Tibet
6. Who among the following produced India’s first dubbed film, Harischandra, in 1944?
[A] A. V. Meiyappan
[B] S. S. Vasan
[C] L V Prasad
[D] Kadaru Nagabhushanam
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Correct Answer: A [A. V. Meiyappan]
Notes:
A.V.Meiyappan is India’s first dubbed film Harischandra in 1944. It was dubbed in Tamil.
7. Khwaja Fariduddin Masud is popularly known by what name?
[A] Bahauddin Zakaria
[B] Shah Barkatullah
[C] Baba Farid
[D] Hamiddudin Nagauri
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Correct Answer: C [Baba Farid]
Notes:
Khwaja Fariduddin Masud, better known as Baba Farid, was a highly revered Islamic scholar in the 12th-century. This saintly figure is known for his contributions to Punjabi literature, having composed numerous verses and hymns. His wisdom revolved around themes of God’s love, and he was instrumental in spreading the message of Sufism, a mystical sect of Islam. His teachings and works continue to hold spiritual significance among believers.
8. Gatka is an ancient martial art from which state of India?
[A] Punjab
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [ Punjab]
Notes:
Gatka is an ancient martial art used by the Gurus to help defend the religious beliefs of Sikhi.
9. “Pari-khanda” is a martial art created by Rajputs. This art is most commonly practised in which state of India?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Himachal Pradesh
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: D [Bihar]
Notes:
"Pari-khanda" is a fighting form created by Rajputs and is still practised in many parts of Bihar. "Pari" means shield and "khanda" means sword.
10. Who was the pioneer of the ‘Indian Society of Oriental Art’?
[A] B.C. Sanyal
[B] Abanindranath Tagore
[C] Nandlal Bose
[D] Jamini Roy
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Correct Answer: B [Abanindranath Tagore]
Notes:
Abanindranath Tagore was a renowned Indian artist and the creator of the ‘Indian Society of Oriental Art’. Abanindranath Tagore was a nephew of Rabindranath Tagore. He was an Indian painter. He was first Indian artist to gain international recognition and was the principal artist.
