UPSC Static Quiz – Art and Culture : 26 May 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Prehistoric painting. There are evidences of Lower Paleolithic people producing art. Symbols do not form part of Prehistoric paintings. Hunting scenes predominate in Mesolithic paintings. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1, 3 b) 2, 3 c) 3 only d) 1, 2, 3 Correct Solution: c) We have no evidences of lower Paleolithic people producing art, it is only during Upper Paleolithic that the production of art begins. The paintings can be divided into three categories: human beings, animals and geometric patterns. The largest number of paintings belongs to Mesolithic age. Hunting scenes predominate in Mesolithic paintings. Incorrect Solution: c) We have no evidences of lower Paleolithic people producing art, it is only during Upper Paleolithic that the production of art begins. The paintings can be divided into three categories: human beings, animals and geometric patterns. The largest number of paintings belongs to Mesolithic age. Hunting scenes predominate in Mesolithic paintings.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Prehistoric painting.

• There are evidences of Lower Paleolithic people producing art.

• Symbols do not form part of Prehistoric paintings.

• Hunting scenes predominate in Mesolithic paintings.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• d) 1, 2, 3

Solution: c)

We have no evidences of lower Paleolithic people producing art, it is only during Upper Paleolithic that the production of art begins.

The paintings can be divided into three categories: human beings, animals and geometric patterns.

The largest number of paintings belongs to Mesolithic age.

Hunting scenes predominate in Mesolithic paintings.

Solution: c)

We have no evidences of lower Paleolithic people producing art, it is only during Upper Paleolithic that the production of art begins.

The paintings can be divided into three categories: human beings, animals and geometric patterns.

The largest number of paintings belongs to Mesolithic age.

Hunting scenes predominate in Mesolithic paintings.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding Satavahanas. They patronized Buddhism and Brahmanism. They patronized the Prakrit language and literature. They performed asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1, 2 b) 1, 3 c) 2, 3 d) 1, 2, 3 Correct Solution: d) The Satavahanas also referred to as the Andhras in the Puranas, were an ancient Indian dynasty based in the Deccan region. Satavahanas dominated the Deccan region from 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE. The dynasty reached its zenith under the rule of Gautamiputra Satakarni and his successor Vasisthiputra Pulamavi. They formed a cultural bridge and played a vital role in trade and the transfer of ideas and culture to and from the Indo-Gangetic Plain to the southern tip of India. They supported Hinduism as well as Buddhism, and patronised Prakrit literature. They performed asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices. Incorrect Solution: d) The Satavahanas also referred to as the Andhras in the Puranas, were an ancient Indian dynasty based in the Deccan region. Satavahanas dominated the Deccan region from 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE. The dynasty reached its zenith under the rule of Gautamiputra Satakarni and his successor Vasisthiputra Pulamavi. They formed a cultural bridge and played a vital role in trade and the transfer of ideas and culture to and from the Indo-Gangetic Plain to the southern tip of India. They supported Hinduism as well as Buddhism, and patronised Prakrit literature. They performed asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Satavahanas.

• They patronized Buddhism and Brahmanism.

• They patronized the Prakrit language and literature.

• They performed asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• d) 1, 2, 3

Solution: d)

The Satavahanas also referred to as the Andhras in the Puranas, were an ancient Indian dynasty based in the Deccan region. Satavahanas dominated the Deccan region from 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE.

The dynasty reached its zenith under the rule of Gautamiputra Satakarni and his successor Vasisthiputra Pulamavi.

They formed a cultural bridge and played a vital role in trade and the transfer of ideas and culture to and from the Indo-Gangetic Plain to the southern tip of India. They supported Hinduism as well as Buddhism, and patronised Prakrit literature.

They performed asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices.

Solution: d)

The Satavahanas also referred to as the Andhras in the Puranas, were an ancient Indian dynasty based in the Deccan region. Satavahanas dominated the Deccan region from 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE.

The dynasty reached its zenith under the rule of Gautamiputra Satakarni and his successor Vasisthiputra Pulamavi.

They formed a cultural bridge and played a vital role in trade and the transfer of ideas and culture to and from the Indo-Gangetic Plain to the southern tip of India. They supported Hinduism as well as Buddhism, and patronised Prakrit literature.

They performed asvamedha and rajasuya sacrifices.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Gupta Art and Architecture. Both the Nagara and Dravidian styles of art evolved during this period. Metallurgy had made a wonderful progress during the Gupta period. It had extensive influence of Gandhara style. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1, 2 b) 1, 3 c) 2, 3 d) 1, 2, 3 Correct Solution: a) Both the Nagara and Dravidian styles of art evolved during this period. But most of the architecture of this period had been lost due to foreign invasions like that of Huns. The temple at Deogarh near Jhansi and the sculptures in the temple at Garhwas near Allahabad remain important specimen of the Gupta art. There was no influence of Gandhara style. But the beautiful statue of standing Buddha at Mathura reveals a little Greek style. Metallurgy had also made a wonderful progress during the Gupta period. The craftsmen were efficient in the art of casting metal statues and pillars. The Delhi Iron pillar of the Gupta period is still free from rust though completely exposed to sun and rain for so many centuries. Incorrect Solution: a) Both the Nagara and Dravidian styles of art evolved during this period. But most of the architecture of this period had been lost due to foreign invasions like that of Huns. The temple at Deogarh near Jhansi and the sculptures in the temple at Garhwas near Allahabad remain important specimen of the Gupta art. There was no influence of Gandhara style. But the beautiful statue of standing Buddha at Mathura reveals a little Greek style. Metallurgy had also made a wonderful progress during the Gupta period. The craftsmen were efficient in the art of casting metal statues and pillars. The Delhi Iron pillar of the Gupta period is still free from rust though completely exposed to sun and rain for so many centuries.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Gupta Art and Architecture.

• Both the Nagara and Dravidian styles of art evolved during this period.

• Metallurgy had made a wonderful progress during the Gupta period.

• It had extensive influence of Gandhara style.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• d) 1, 2, 3

Solution: a)

Both the Nagara and Dravidian styles of art evolved during this period. But most of the architecture of this period had been lost due to foreign invasions like that of Huns.

The temple at Deogarh near Jhansi and the sculptures in the temple at Garhwas near Allahabad remain important specimen of the Gupta art. There was no influence of Gandhara style. But the beautiful statue of

standing Buddha at Mathura reveals a little Greek style.

Metallurgy had also made a wonderful progress during the Gupta period. The craftsmen were efficient in the art of casting metal statues and pillars. The Delhi Iron pillar of the Gupta period is still free from rust though completely exposed to sun and rain for so many centuries.

Solution: a)

Both the Nagara and Dravidian styles of art evolved during this period. But most of the architecture of this period had been lost due to foreign invasions like that of Huns.

The temple at Deogarh near Jhansi and the sculptures in the temple at Garhwas near Allahabad remain important specimen of the Gupta art. There was no influence of Gandhara style. But the beautiful statue of

standing Buddha at Mathura reveals a little Greek style.

Metallurgy had also made a wonderful progress during the Gupta period. The craftsmen were efficient in the art of casting metal statues and pillars. The Delhi Iron pillar of the Gupta period is still free from rust though completely exposed to sun and rain for so many centuries.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Gupta Age. Gupta age is often hailed as the “Golden period of Indian Architecture” which showed exemplary tolerance for all religions. During the Gupta period, architectural development of the caves was enhanced. The figures in the caves were done using fresco painting. Buddhist and Jain art lost its importance during this time. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1, 2, 4 b) 1, 3 c) 2, 3, 4 d) 1, 2, 3 Correct Solution: b) The emergence of the Gupta Empire in 4th century A.D. is often hailed as the “Golden period of Indian Architecture”. Temple architecture reached its climax during this period. Similarly, Buddhist and Jain art also reached its peak during the Gupta Age. The Gupta rulers, especially in the later phase, were Brahmanical rulers. However, they showed exemplary tolerance for all other religions. During the Gupta period, architectural development of the caves remained constant. However, the use of mural paintings on the walls of the caves became an added feature. Some of the finest examples of mural paintings can be found in the caves of Ajanta and Ellora. The figures in the Ajanta caves were done using fresco painting and demonstrate considerable naturalism. Incorrect Solution: b) The emergence of the Gupta Empire in 4th century A.D. is often hailed as the “Golden period of Indian Architecture”. Temple architecture reached its climax during this period. Similarly, Buddhist and Jain art also reached its peak during the Gupta Age. The Gupta rulers, especially in the later phase, were Brahmanical rulers. However, they showed exemplary tolerance for all other religions. During the Gupta period, architectural development of the caves remained constant. However, the use of mural paintings on the walls of the caves became an added feature. Some of the finest examples of mural paintings can be found in the caves of Ajanta and Ellora. The figures in the Ajanta caves were done using fresco painting and demonstrate considerable naturalism.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Gupta Age.

• Gupta age is often hailed as the “Golden period of Indian Architecture” which showed exemplary tolerance for all religions.

• During the Gupta period, architectural development of the caves was enhanced.

• The figures in the caves were done using fresco painting.

• Buddhist and Jain art lost its importance during this time.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1, 2, 4

• c) 2, 3, 4

• d) 1, 2, 3

Solution: b)

• The emergence of the Gupta Empire in 4th century A.D. is often hailed as the “Golden period of Indian Architecture”.

• Temple architecture reached its climax during this period. Similarly, Buddhist and Jain art also reached its peak during the Gupta Age.

• The Gupta rulers, especially in the later phase, were Brahmanical rulers. However, they showed exemplary tolerance for all other religions.

• During the Gupta period, architectural development of the caves remained constant. However, the use of mural paintings on the walls of the caves became an added feature. Some of the finest examples of mural paintings can be found in the caves of Ajanta and Ellora.

• The figures in the Ajanta caves were done using fresco painting and demonstrate considerable naturalism.

Solution: b)

• The emergence of the Gupta Empire in 4th century A.D. is often hailed as the “Golden period of Indian Architecture”.

• Temple architecture reached its climax during this period. Similarly, Buddhist and Jain art also reached its peak during the Gupta Age.

• The Gupta rulers, especially in the later phase, were Brahmanical rulers. However, they showed exemplary tolerance for all other religions.

• During the Gupta period, architectural development of the caves remained constant. However, the use of mural paintings on the walls of the caves became an added feature. Some of the finest examples of mural paintings can be found in the caves of Ajanta and Ellora.

• The figures in the Ajanta caves were done using fresco painting and demonstrate considerable naturalism.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following are considered as Triratnas according to Jainism? Right Knowledge Right Culture Right Conduct Right Faith Select the correct answer code: a) 1, 2 b) 1, 3, 4 c) 2, 3, 4 d) 1, 2, 3 Correct Solution: b) The three principles of Jainism, also known as Triratnas (three gems), are: – right faith – right knowledge – right conduct. Right faith is the belief in the teachings and wisdom of Mahavira. Right Knowledge 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. Right conduct refers to the observance of the five great vows: – not to injure life – not to lie – not to steal – not to acquire property – not to lead immoral life. Incorrect Solution: b) The three principles of Jainism, also known as Triratnas (three gems), are: – right faith – right knowledge – right conduct. Right faith is the belief in the teachings and wisdom of Mahavira. Right Knowledge 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. Right conduct refers to the observance of the five great vows: – not to injure life – not to lie – not to steal – not to acquire property – not to lead immoral life.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following are considered as Triratnas according to Jainism?

• Right Knowledge

• Right Culture

• Right Conduct

• Right Faith

Select the correct answer code:

• b) 1, 3, 4

• c) 2, 3, 4

• d) 1, 2, 3

Solution: b)

The three principles of Jainism, also known as Triratnas (three gems), are:

– right faith

– right knowledge

– right conduct.

Right faith is the belief in the teachings and wisdom of Mahavira.

Right Knowledge 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.

Right conduct refers to the observance of the five great vows:

– not to injure life

– not to lie

– not to steal

– not to acquire property

– not to lead immoral life.

Solution: b)

The three principles of Jainism, also known as Triratnas (three gems), are:

– right faith

– right knowledge

– right conduct.

Right faith is the belief in the teachings and wisdom of Mahavira.

Right Knowledge 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.

Right conduct refers to the observance of the five great vows:

– not to injure life

– not to lie

– not to steal

– not to acquire property

– not to lead immoral life.

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