UPSC Static Quiz – Art and Culture : 1 April 2025

UPSC Static Quiz – Art and Culture : 1 April 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are excited to bring you our daily UPSC Static Quiz, designed to help you prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination. Each day, we will post 5 questions on static topics mentioned in the UPSC syllabus. This week, we are focusing on Indian and World Geography.

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements. This temple dates back to early eleventh century. It was built by Raja Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty. There is a massive rectangular stepped tank which is perhaps the grandest temple tank in India. The above statements refer to a) Sun temple, Konark b) Dashavatara temple, Deogarh c) Laxman Temple, Khajuraho d) Sun temple, Modhera Correct Solution: d) The Sun temple at Modhera dates back to early eleventh century and was built by Raja Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty in 1026. The Solankis were a branch of the later Chalukyas. There is a massive rectangular stepped tank called the surya kund in front of it. Proximity of sacred architecture to a water body such as a tank, a river or a pond has been noticed right from the earliest times. By the early eleventh century they had become a part of many temples. This hundred-squaremetre rectangular pond is perhaps the grandest temple tank in India. A hundred and eight miniature shrines are carved in between the steps inside the tank. Incorrect Solution: d) The Sun temple at Modhera dates back to early eleventh century and was built by Raja Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty in 1026. The Solankis were a branch of the later Chalukyas. There is a massive rectangular stepped tank called the surya kund in front of it. Proximity of sacred architecture to a water body such as a tank, a river or a pond has been noticed right from the earliest times. By the early eleventh century they had become a part of many temples. This hundred-squaremetre rectangular pond is perhaps the grandest temple tank in India. A hundred and eight miniature shrines are carved in between the steps inside the tank.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements.

• This temple dates back to early eleventh century.

• It was built by Raja Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty.

• There is a massive rectangular stepped tank which is perhaps the grandest temple tank in India.

The above statements refer to

• a) Sun temple, Konark

• b) Dashavatara temple, Deogarh

• c) Laxman Temple, Khajuraho

• d) Sun temple, Modhera

Solution: d)

• The Sun temple at Modhera dates back to early eleventh century and was built by Raja Bhimdev I of the Solanki Dynasty in 1026. The Solankis were a branch of the later Chalukyas. There is a massive rectangular stepped tank called the surya kund in front of it. Proximity of sacred architecture to a water body such as a tank, a river or a pond has been noticed right from the earliest times.

• By the early eleventh century they had become a part of many temples. This hundred-squaremetre rectangular pond is perhaps the grandest temple tank in India. A hundred and eight miniature shrines are carved in between the steps inside the tank.

Solution: d)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question What is/are common between the teachings of Buddhism and Jainism? Penance and extreme austerity to punish the body. To practice ahimsa and abstain from acquiring precious metals like Gold and Silver. Acceptance of the theory that God exists and it has multiple aspects. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Only Statement 2 is correct. Right Knowledge (as per Mahavira) is the acceptance of the theory that there is no God and that the world has been existing without a creator and that all objects possess a soul. Buddhism sheds any discussion on God and soul as futile. Buddha also taught that the soul does not exist, so there is no meeting ground in this case. Right conduct (Jainism) refers to the observance of the five great vows such as not to injure life, not to lie, not to steal, not to acquire property and not to lead an immoral life. Buddhism also forbids its monks from acquiring property (that may bring a sense of ego and pride to its monks and nuns) and injuring life. Only Jainism advocates extreme penance, Buddhism preaches moderation. Incorrect Solution: a) Only Statement 2 is correct. Right Knowledge (as per Mahavira) is the acceptance of the theory that there is no God and that the world has been existing without a creator and that all objects possess a soul. Buddhism sheds any discussion on God and soul as futile. Buddha also taught that the soul does not exist, so there is no meeting ground in this case. Right conduct (Jainism) refers to the observance of the five great vows such as not to injure life, not to lie, not to steal, not to acquire property and not to lead an immoral life. Buddhism also forbids its monks from acquiring property (that may bring a sense of ego and pride to its monks and nuns) and injuring life. Only Jainism advocates extreme penance, Buddhism preaches moderation.

#### 2. Question

What is/are common between the teachings of Buddhism and Jainism?

• Penance and extreme austerity to punish the body.

• To practice ahimsa and abstain from acquiring precious metals like Gold and Silver.

• Acceptance of the theory that God exists and it has multiple aspects.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

• Right Knowledge (as per Mahavira) is the acceptance of the theory that there is no God and that the world has been existing without a creator and that all objects possess a soul.

• Buddhism sheds any discussion on God and soul as futile. Buddha also taught that the soul does not exist, so there is no meeting ground in this case.

• Right conduct (Jainism) refers to the observance of the five great vows such as not to injure life, not to lie, not to steal, not to acquire property and not to lead an immoral life.

• Buddhism also forbids its monks from acquiring property (that may bring a sense of ego and pride to its monks and nuns) and injuring life.

• Only Jainism advocates extreme penance, Buddhism preaches moderation.

Solution: a)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

• Right Knowledge (as per Mahavira) is the acceptance of the theory that there is no God and that the world has been existing without a creator and that all objects possess a soul.

• Buddhism sheds any discussion on God and soul as futile. Buddha also taught that the soul does not exist, so there is no meeting ground in this case.

• Right conduct (Jainism) refers to the observance of the five great vows such as not to injure life, not to lie, not to steal, not to acquire property and not to lead an immoral life.

• Buddhism also forbids its monks from acquiring property (that may bring a sense of ego and pride to its monks and nuns) and injuring life.

• Only Jainism advocates extreme penance, Buddhism preaches moderation.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements. This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda It focuses on treatment of several ailments It is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society The above statements refer to a) Yajur Veda b) Sama Veda c) Atharva Veda d) Rig Veda Correct Solution: c) Atharva Veda This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda and has been attributed to two rishis called Atharvah and Angira, respectively. While it is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society and covers all aspects of a man’s daily life, it specifically focuses on treatment of several ailments. The book is known to prescribe treatment for almost 99 diseases. Incorrect Solution: c) Atharva Veda This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda and has been attributed to two rishis called Atharvah and Angira, respectively. While it is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society and covers all aspects of a man’s daily life, it specifically focuses on treatment of several ailments. The book is known to prescribe treatment for almost 99 diseases.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements.

• This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda

• It focuses on treatment of several ailments

• It is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society

The above statements refer to

• a) Yajur Veda

• b) Sama Veda

• c) Atharva Veda

• d) Rig Veda

Solution: c)

Atharva Veda

This Veda is also known as Brahma Veda and has been attributed to two rishis called Atharvah and Angira, respectively. While it is mostly concerned with peace and prosperity of the human society and covers all aspects of a man’s daily life, it specifically focuses on treatment of several ailments. The book is known to prescribe treatment for almost 99 diseases.

Solution: c)

Atharva Veda

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements: It is a form of mask dance that uses vigorous martial movements to narrate mythological stories. There are three main styles of the dance named after the location where they are performed, i.e. Purulia, Seraikella, and Mayurbhanj. Some narrations also use natural themes such as Sarpa nritya or Mayur Nritya. The above statements are associated with a) Kalbelia b) Chhau c) Garba d) Paika Correct Solution: b) Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions. The dance ranges from celebrating martial arts, acrobatics and athletics performed in festive themes of a folk dance, to a structured dance with religious themes found in Shaivism, Shaktism and Vaishnavism. The costumes vary between the styles, with Purulia and Serakeilla using masks to identify the character. *Chhau is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Purulia Chau of Bengal, the Seraikella Chau of Jharkhand, and the Mayurbhanj Chau of Odisha. Incorrect Solution: b) Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions. The dance ranges from celebrating martial arts, acrobatics and athletics performed in festive themes of a folk dance, to a structured dance with religious themes found in Shaivism, Shaktism and Vaishnavism. The costumes vary between the styles, with Purulia and Serakeilla using masks to identify the character. Chhau is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Purulia Chau of Bengal, the Seraikella Chau of Jharkhand, and the Mayurbhanj Chau of Odisha.*

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements:

• It is a form of mask dance that uses vigorous martial movements to narrate mythological stories.

• There are three main styles of the dance named after the location where they are performed, i.e. Purulia, Seraikella, and Mayurbhanj.

• Some narrations also use natural themes such as Sarpa nritya or Mayur Nritya.

The above statements are associated with

• a) Kalbelia

Solution: b)

Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions.

The dance ranges from celebrating martial arts, acrobatics and athletics performed in festive themes of a folk dance, to a structured dance with religious themes found in Shaivism, Shaktism and Vaishnavism. The costumes vary between the styles, with Purulia and Serakeilla using masks to identify the character.

*Chhau is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Purulia Chau of Bengal, the Seraikella Chau of Jharkhand, and the Mayurbhanj Chau of Odisha.*

Solution: b)

Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions.

*Chhau is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Purulia Chau of Bengal, the Seraikella Chau of Jharkhand, and the Mayurbhanj Chau of Odisha.*

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Yali is a sculptural feature of the architecture of which kingdom? a) Imperial Cholas b) Pallavas c) Bahamani d) Vijayanagara Correct Solution: d) The temple building activity further gained momentum during the Vijayanagar rule. The chief characteristics of the Vijayanagara architecture were the construction of tall Raya Gopurams or gateways and the Kalyanamandapam with carved pillars in the temple premises. The sculptures on the pillars were carved with distinctive features. The horse was the most common animal found in these pillars (YALI). Large mandapams contain one hundred pillars as well as one thousand pillars in some big temples. These mandapams were used for seating the deity on festival occasions. Incorrect Solution: d) The temple building activity further gained momentum during the Vijayanagar rule. The chief characteristics of the Vijayanagara architecture were the construction of tall Raya Gopurams or gateways and the Kalyanamandapam with carved pillars in the temple premises. The sculptures on the pillars were carved with distinctive features. The horse was the most common animal found in these pillars (YALI). Large mandapams contain one hundred pillars as well as one thousand pillars in some big temples. These mandapams were used for seating the deity on festival occasions.

#### 5. Question

Yali is a sculptural feature of the architecture of which kingdom?

• a) Imperial Cholas

• b) Pallavas

• c) Bahamani

• d) Vijayanagara

Solution: d)

The temple building activity further gained momentum during the Vijayanagar rule. The chief characteristics of the Vijayanagara architecture were the construction of tall Raya Gopurams or gateways and the Kalyanamandapam with carved pillars in the temple premises.

The sculptures on the pillars were carved with distinctive features. The horse was the most common animal found in these pillars (YALI).

Large mandapams contain one hundred pillars as well as one thousand pillars in some big temples. These mandapams were used for seating the deity on festival occasions.

Solution: d)

The sculptures on the pillars were carved with distinctive features. The horse was the most common animal found in these pillars (YALI).

Large mandapams contain one hundred pillars as well as one thousand pillars in some big temples. These mandapams were used for seating the deity on festival occasions.

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