1. Mattur Village, whose inhabitants are known to speak Sanskrit Language is located in which among the following states of India?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Kerala
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
Mattur Village, located in Karnataka, is notable for its inhabitants who speak Sanskrit as their primary language. This unique linguistic tradition is a rare phenomenon in India, where most people speak regional languages. Karnataka has a rich cultural heritage, and Mattur is often referred to as a “Sanskrit village,” reflecting its commitment to preserving this ancient language. The village is also known for its educational institutions that promote Sanskrit learning.
2. Which among the following is not correctly matched pair? (Countries – National Game )
[A] USA – Baseball
[B] Pakistan – Field Hockey
[C] China – Table Tennis
[D] All are correct
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Correct Answer: D [All are correct]
Notes:
The correct answer is “All are correct.” While baseball is often associated with the USA, it is not the official national sport. that title belongs to American football. Pakistan’s national sport is indeed field hockey, and table tennis is recognized as the national sport of China. Thus, the pairing for the USA is not correctly matched.
3. 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
4. Pancha mahal is located in:
[A] Agra
[B] Delhi
[C] Fatehpur Sikri
[D] Sikandara
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Correct Answer: C [Fatehpur Sikri]
Notes:
Panch Mahal is a palace in Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh. The Panch Mahal meaning ‘Five level Palace’ was commissioned by Akbar . This structure stands close to the Zenana quarters which supports the supposition that it was used for entertainment and relaxation.
5. Sant Kabir Award has been instituted to honor which of the following?
[A] Weavers
[B] Hindi Writers
[C] Mystic poets
[D] Hindi teachers
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Correct Answer: A [Weavers]
Notes:
The Sant Kabir Award was established in 2009 to honor textile craftspeople for their contributions to the revival of Indian handloom traditions. The award is presented by the President of India.
The award includes a grant of 6 lakh rupees to each recipient to create 10 new products of high quality and aesthetic value. The recipient has one year to complete the project.
The award was established along with the Shilp Guru Awards and National Awards to Master Craftspersons and master weavers, which were introduced in 1965.
6. Consider the following matches:
- Khudabaksh Oriental Library
- Library of Tibetan Works and Archives
- Indira Gandhi Rastriya Manav sangrahalaya
The states in which the above are located are as follows:
[A] Bihar, Sikkim, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh
[C] Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh
[D] Bihar, Sikkim, Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: B [Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
Khudabaksh Oriental Library – Patna,
Library of Tibetan Works and Archives-Dharamsala,
Indira Gandhi Rastriya Manav sangrahalaya – Bhopal
7. Which among the following was the work field of Jibanananda Das , a Bengal Icon?
[A] Social Service
[B] Literature
[C] Science and Technology
[D] Journalism
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Correct Answer: B [Literature]
Notes:
Jibanananda Das was a Bengali poet, writer, novelist and essayist and was popularly known as Rupashi Banglar Kabi. He was most read poet after Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam.
8. The word Chenrezig in the Tibetan Buddhism refers to which among the following Bodhisatvas ?
[A] Avalokiteshwara
[B] Maitreya
[C] Mahasthamaprapta
[D] Akasagarbha
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Correct Answer: A [Avalokiteshwara]
Notes:
Chenrezig in the Tibetan Buddhism refers to Avalokiteshwara. Avalokiteshwara is a combination of Ava meaning down, Lokita meaning to behold or observe the world and Eshwara meaning sovereign, master or ruler. Hence Avalokiteshwara implies ‘The lord who gazes down at the world’.
9. With reference to India’s culture and tradition, what is ‘Pookalam’?
[A] It is a type of Indian tribal martial dance in the state of Manipur
[B] It is a type of type of flower Rangoli in the state of Kerala
[C] It is a type of musical instrument used in Carnatic music
[D] It is a type of painting famous in the state of Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: B [It is a type of type of flower Rangoli in the state of Kerala]
Notes:
Pookalam is a beautiful and intricate floral design or arrangement that is traditionally created during the festival of Onam in the Indian state of Kerala. Onam is one of the most significant festivals in Kerala and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and cultural fervor. Pookalam plays a central role in the festivities, and it is a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of the state.
10. With reference to Indian culture and heritage, what is Dhodro Banam?
[A] is a distinctive folk dance of Rajputs of Rajasthan
[B] is a single-string musical instrument used by Santal tribes of Odisha
[C] is the oldest form of martial art in India
[D] is the only surviving specimen of the ancient Sanskrit theatre
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Correct Answer: B [is a single-string musical instrument used by Santal tribes of Odisha]
Notes:
Dhodro banam is a single-string musical instrument used by the Santal tribes in Odisha.
