UPSC Static Quiz – Art and Culture : 3 October 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Thumri is a common genre of semi-classical Indian music with its origin in a) Rajasthan b) Maharashtra c) Uttar Pradesh d) Odisha Correct Solution: C Originated in eastern part of Uttar Pradesh, the term ‘thumri’ is derived from the Hindi verb thumakna which means “to walk with dancing steps so as to make the ankle-bells tinkle.” The form is, thus, connected with dance, dramatic gestures, mild eroticism, evocative love poetry and folk songs of Uttar Pradesh, though there are regional variations. The text is romantic or devotional in nature, and usually revolves around a girl’s love for Krishna. Thumri is characterized by its sensuality, and by a greater flexibility with the raag. The lyrics are usually in Uttar Pradesh dialects of Hindi called Awadhi and Braj Bhasha. Incorrect Solution: C Originated in eastern part of Uttar Pradesh, the term ‘thumri’ is derived from the Hindi verb thumakna which means “to walk with dancing steps so as to make the ankle-bells tinkle.” The form is, thus, connected with dance, dramatic gestures, mild eroticism, evocative love poetry and folk songs of Uttar Pradesh, though there are regional variations. The text is romantic or devotional in nature, and usually revolves around a girl’s love for Krishna. Thumri is characterized by its sensuality, and by a greater flexibility with the raag. The lyrics are usually in Uttar Pradesh dialects of Hindi called Awadhi and Braj Bhasha.

#### 1. Question

Thumri is a common genre of semi-classical Indian music with its origin in

• a) Rajasthan

• b) Maharashtra

• c) Uttar Pradesh

Solution: C

• Originated in eastern part of Uttar Pradesh, the term ‘thumri’ is derived from the Hindi verb thumakna which means “to walk with dancing steps so as to make the ankle-bells tinkle.”

• The form is, thus, connected with dance, dramatic gestures, mild eroticism, evocative love poetry and folk songs of Uttar Pradesh, though there are regional variations.

• The text is romantic or devotional in nature, and usually revolves around a girl’s love for Krishna.

• Thumri is characterized by its sensuality, and by a greater flexibility with the raag.

The lyrics are usually in Uttar Pradesh dialects of Hindi called Awadhi and Braj Bhasha.

Solution: C

• Originated in eastern part of Uttar Pradesh, the term ‘thumri’ is derived from the Hindi verb thumakna which means “to walk with dancing steps so as to make the ankle-bells tinkle.”

• The form is, thus, connected with dance, dramatic gestures, mild eroticism, evocative love poetry and folk songs of Uttar Pradesh, though there are regional variations.

• The text is romantic or devotional in nature, and usually revolves around a girl’s love for Krishna.

• Thumri is characterized by its sensuality, and by a greater flexibility with the raag.

The lyrics are usually in Uttar Pradesh dialects of Hindi called Awadhi and Braj Bhasha.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question The culture of wearing face masks for performing art can be found in Buddhist monasteries of Ladakh Natya Shashtra Indus Valley civilization How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: C From the delicate pastel coloured masks and shimmering head-dresses worn by Chhau dancers to the demon dance masks of the Buddhist monasteries of Ladakh to the inexpensive animal masks of papier-mâché available in our cities, India has a vast and ancient tradition of masks and make-up for rituals and theatre. Excavations have revealed small hollow masks dating back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. In fact in Bihar a terracotta mask of the fourth century has also been excavated. The Natya Shastra speaks of masks and their use in theatre. Here it is mentioned that masks can be made of ground paddy husks applied to cloth. Incorrect Solution: C From the delicate pastel coloured masks and shimmering head-dresses worn by Chhau dancers to the demon dance masks of the Buddhist monasteries of Ladakh to the inexpensive animal masks of papier-mâché available in our cities, India has a vast and ancient tradition of masks and make-up for rituals and theatre. Excavations have revealed small hollow masks dating back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. In fact in Bihar a terracotta mask of the fourth century has also been excavated. The Natya Shastra speaks of masks and their use in theatre. Here it is mentioned that masks can be made of ground paddy husks applied to cloth.

#### 2. Question

The culture of wearing face masks for performing art can be found in

• Buddhist monasteries of Ladakh

• Natya Shashtra

• Indus Valley civilization

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: C

From the delicate pastel coloured masks and shimmering head-dresses worn by Chhau dancers to the demon dance masks of the Buddhist monasteries of Ladakh to the inexpensive animal masks of papier-mâché available in our cities, India has a vast and ancient tradition of masks and make-up for rituals and theatre.

Excavations have revealed small hollow masks dating back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. In fact in Bihar a terracotta mask of the fourth century has also been excavated. The Natya Shastra speaks of masks and their use in theatre. Here it is mentioned that masks can be made of ground paddy husks applied to cloth.

Solution: C

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following temple complexes are the examples of Nagara school of architecture? Lingaraja Temple Sun temple of Kornak Shore Temple Select the correct answer code: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A Option 3 is incorrect. Shore Temple is located near Chennai in Tamil Nadu. Shore Temple is an example for Dravidian architecture. Incorrect Solution: A Option 3 is incorrect. Shore Temple is located near Chennai in Tamil Nadu. Shore Temple is an example for Dravidian architecture.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following temple complexes are the examples of Nagara school of architecture?

• Lingaraja Temple

• Sun temple of Kornak

• Shore Temple

Select the correct answer code:

• (a) 1 and 2 only

• (b) 1 and 3 only

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: A

Option 3 is incorrect.

Shore Temple is located near Chennai in Tamil Nadu. Shore Temple is an example for Dravidian architecture.

Solution: A

Option 3 is incorrect.

Shore Temple is located near Chennai in Tamil Nadu. Shore Temple is an example for Dravidian architecture.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question The Senia tradition is a) Dance drama written by Keshab Chandra Sen, a social reformer and philosopher b) Musical tradition that emerged from the Mughal Sena c) Musical tradition that invoked the name of Tansen, the celebrated musician of Akbar's Court d) None of the above Correct Solution: C The word “Senia” is related to Tansen. The word “Gharana” implies a style of music. The followers of Tansen’s school of music are widely known as the followers of “Senia gharana” (i.e. “Seniya” style/school of music). Tansen was a vocalist but this tradition has also produced great Sitar Maestros. The “Senia” style of Sitar playing started with the legendary great master of Sitar, Ustad Maseet Sen from the family of Tansen, the originator of “Maseetkhani” style. Incorrect Solution: C The word “Senia” is related to Tansen. The word “Gharana” implies a style of music. The followers of Tansen’s school of music are widely known as the followers of “Senia gharana” (i.e. “Seniya” style/school of music). Tansen was a vocalist but this tradition has also produced great Sitar Maestros. The “Senia” style of Sitar playing started with the legendary great master of Sitar, Ustad Maseet Sen from the family of Tansen, the originator of “Maseetkhani” style.

#### 4. Question

The Senia tradition is

• a) Dance drama written by Keshab Chandra Sen, a social reformer and philosopher

• b) Musical tradition that emerged from the Mughal Sena

• c) Musical tradition that invoked the name of Tansen, the celebrated musician of Akbar's Court

• d) None of the above

Solution: C

The word “Senia” is related to Tansen. The word “Gharana” implies a style of music.

The followers of Tansen’s school of music are widely known as the followers of “Senia gharana” (i.e. “Seniya” style/school of music).

Tansen was a vocalist but this tradition has also produced great Sitar Maestros.

The “Senia” style of Sitar playing started with the legendary great master of Sitar, Ustad Maseet Sen from the family of Tansen, the originator of “Maseetkhani” style.

Solution: C

The word “Senia” is related to Tansen. The word “Gharana” implies a style of music.

The followers of Tansen’s school of music are widely known as the followers of “Senia gharana” (i.e. “Seniya” style/school of music).

Tansen was a vocalist but this tradition has also produced great Sitar Maestros.

The “Senia” style of Sitar playing started with the legendary great master of Sitar, Ustad Maseet Sen from the family of Tansen, the originator of “Maseetkhani” style.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Known as the “Khajuraho of Vidarbha”, the temple of Markandadeo, is built in which of these styles? a) Ahom b) Nagara c) Vesara d) Dravidian Correct Solution: B Known as the “Khajuraho of Vidarbha”, the temple of Markandadeo is situated on the bank of River Wainganga in district Gadchiroli of Maharashtra. The temples belong to the Nagara group of temples of North India. On stylistic grounds, their date ranges in between 9- 12th centuries CE. The temples belong to saiva, vaishnava and sakta faith. Most of the temples have a simple plan, with ardhamandapa, mandapa, antarala and garbhagriha forming the component of the entire set up. Incorrect Solution: B Known as the “Khajuraho of Vidarbha”, the temple of Markandadeo is situated on the bank of River Wainganga in district Gadchiroli of Maharashtra. The temples belong to the Nagara group of temples of North India. On stylistic grounds, their date ranges in between 9- 12th centuries CE. The temples belong to saiva, vaishnava and sakta faith. Most of the temples have a simple plan, with ardhamandapa, mandapa, antarala and garbhagriha forming the component of the entire set up.

#### 5. Question

Known as the “Khajuraho of Vidarbha”, the temple of Markandadeo, is built in which of these styles?

• d) Dravidian

Solution: B

Known as the “Khajuraho of Vidarbha”, the temple of Markandadeo is situated on the bank of River Wainganga in district Gadchiroli of Maharashtra.

The temples belong to the Nagara group of temples of North India. On stylistic grounds, their date ranges in between 9- 12th centuries CE. The temples belong to saiva, vaishnava and sakta faith. Most of the temples have a simple plan, with ardhamandapa, mandapa, antarala and garbhagriha forming the component of the entire set up.

Solution: B

Known as the “Khajuraho of Vidarbha”, the temple of Markandadeo is situated on the bank of River Wainganga in district Gadchiroli of Maharashtra.

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