Static Quiz 22 July 2025 (Art and Culture)
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Static Quiz 22 July 2025 (Art and Culture) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to the rock-cut architecture in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Barabar Caves were patronised during the Mauryan period.
2. The Ajanta caves are exclusively Buddhist in content and patronage.
3. Ellora represents a confluence of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1. Correct. Barabar Caves (3rd century BCE) were patronised by Ashoka for Ajivikas.
• 2. Incorrect. Ajanta caves are mainly Buddhist but had patronage from Vakatakas and include Hinayana and Mahayana influences.
• 3. Correct. Ellora has 17 Hindu, 12 Buddhist, and 5 Jain caves – a syncretic site.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1. Correct. Barabar Caves (3rd century BCE) were patronised by Ashoka for Ajivikas.
• 2. Incorrect. Ajanta caves are mainly Buddhist but had patronage from Vakatakas and include Hinayana and Mahayana influences.
• 3. Correct. Ellora has 17 Hindu, 12 Buddhist, and 5 Jain caves – a syncretic site. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Match the following temple styles with examples:
Temple Style
1. Lingaraja Temple A. Dravida
2. Kandariya Mahadeva B. Nagara
3. Brihadeeswarar Temple C. VesaraSelect the correct code:
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Lingaraja (Odisha) – Nagara
• Kandariya Mahadeva (Khajuraho) – Nagara
• Brihadeeswarar (Tamil Nadu) – DravidaIncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Lingaraja (Odisha) – Nagara
• Kandariya Mahadeva (Khajuraho) – Nagara
• Brihadeeswarar (Tamil Nadu) – Dravida - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following are characteristics of Nagara-style temples?
1. Absence of elaborate boundary walls
2. Curvilinear shikhara (tower)
3. Pillared Mandapas aligned on the same axis
How many statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• All are correct. Nagara temples usually lack compound walls, have a curvilinear shikhara, and mandapas aligned with the garbhagriha.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• All are correct. Nagara temples usually lack compound walls, have a curvilinear shikhara, and mandapas aligned with the garbhagriha. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Gandhara and Mathura schools of art:
1. Gandhara school shows strong Hellenistic influence.
2. Mathura school used grey schist stone.
3. Both schools produced images of the Buddha and Bodhisattvas.
How many are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1. Correct. Gandhara art was Greco-Roman in influence.
• 2. Incorrect. Grey schist was used in Gandhara, not Mathura.
• 3. Correct. Both schools produced Buddhist icons.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1. Correct. Gandhara art was Greco-Roman in influence.
• 2. Incorrect. Grey schist was used in Gandhara, not Mathura.
• 3. Correct. Both schools produced Buddhist icons. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Assertion (A): Ajanta paintings are considered masterpieces of Indian mural tradition.
Reason (R): They depict only religious scenes from Mahayana Buddhism.CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• A is true: Ajanta paintings are renowned.
• R is false: They include both religious (Jataka tales) and secular elements, such as court scenes.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• A is true: Ajanta paintings are renowned.
• R is false: They include both religious (Jataka tales) and secular elements, such as court scenes.
