Which Indian dance form is traditionally performed by male monks in Vaishnava monasteries? (A) Odissi (B) Kathakali (C) Sattriya (D) Mohiniyattam Answer: (C)
Which of these is a folk theatre form of Bihar? (A) Nautanki (B) Bidesia (C) Bhavai (D) Jatra Answer: (B)
The ‘Gotipua’ dancers are known as the forerunners of which classical dance? (A) Kathak (B) Bharatanatyam (C) Odissi (D) Kuchipudi Answer: (C)
Which river is worshipped during the ‘Chhath Puja’ festival? (A) Ganga (B) Yamuna (C) Narmada (D) Godavari Answer: (A)
The term ‘Bhakti’ is derived from the root word meaning – (A) Liberation (B) Wisdom (C) Devotion (D) Prayer Answer: (C)
The architectural style of Sun Temple, Konark is called – (A) Kalinga (B) Dravidian (C) Nagara (D) Vesara Answer: (A)
Which community in Gujarat is known for the ‘Rabari embroidery’? (A) Banjara (B) Bhil (C) Rabari (D) Meena Answer: (C)
Which dance form uses ankle bells and is known for fast spins and intricate footwork? (A) Bharatanatyam (B) Kathak (C) Odissi (D) Manipuri Answer: (B)
Which UNESCO site is associated with Jain, Hindu, and Buddhist monuments carved in rocks? (A) Ajanta (B) Ellora (C) Mahabalipuram (D) Sanchi Answer: (B)
‘Tala’ in Indian classical music refers to – (A) Melody (B) Composition (C) Rhythm (D) Pitch Answer: (C)
Which of the following is not a percussion instrument? (A) Tabla (B) Mridangam (C) Santoor (D) Pakhawaj Answer: (C)
Which community is famous for their scroll painting art in Andhra Pradesh? (A) Warli (B) Chitrakars (C) Cherial artists (D) Gond Answer: (C)
Which temple is shaped like a chariot with 12 intricately carved wheels? (A) Lingaraj Temple (B) Konark Sun Temple (C) Shore Temple (D) Meenakshi Temple Answer: (B)
Who wrote the Tamil classic ‘Silappatikaram’? (A) Ilango Adigal (B) Tiruvalluvar (C) Kambar (D) Andal Answer: (A)
The ‘Dastangoi’ tradition is associated with – (A) Dance (B) Puppet (C) Oral storytelling (D) Painting Answer: (C)
Which musical instrument has 100 strings and is played with mallets? (A) Santoor (B) Veena (C) Sarod (D) Sitar Answer: (A)
Which Raga is typically associated with rain and the monsoon season? (A) Malhar (B) Yaman (C) Bhairavi (D) Todi Answer: (A)
The ‘Raas’ dance form is especially prominent during which festival? (A) Holi (B) Janmashtami (C) Diwali (D) Navratri Answer: (B)
Which folk dance is performed with swords and shields in Tamil Nadu? (A) Garadi (B) Karagattam (C) Oyilattam (D) Kalaripayattu Answer: (A)
Which religious movement emphasized unity beyond caste and religion during medieval India? (A) Bhakti Movement (B) Jainism (C) Buddhism (D) Arya Samaj Answer: (A)
Which dance is associated with the Vaishnava tradition and originated in Assam? (A) Kathak (B) Odissi (C) Sattriya (D) Bharatanatyam Answer: (C)
The puppetry tradition of Tamil Nadu is called – (A) Chadar Badar (B) Tolpavakoothu (C) Bommalattam (D) Gombeyatta Answer: (C)
The ‘Vesara’ style is a blend of – (A) Kalinga and Dravidian (B) Nagara and Dravidian (C) Indo-Islamic and Deccan (D) Mauryan and Gupta Answer: (B)
Which saint composed ‘Tevaram’ hymns in praise of Lord Shiva? (A) Appar (B) Namdev (C) Kabir (D) Tulsidas Answer: (A)
Which temple’s layout resembles a giant mandala from above? (A) Jagannath Temple (B) Brihadeeswarar Temple (C) Sun Temple, Konark (D) Khajuraho Temples Answer: (C)
‘Lavani’ dance is accompanied by which type of songs? (A) Patriotic (B) Romantic and sensual (C) Devotional (D) Philosophical Answer: (B)
Which ancient port city is frequently mentioned in Sangam literature? (A) Puhar (B) Bharuch (C) Cochin (D) Surat Answer: (A)
The term ‘Shilpa’ in Indian tradition refers to – (A) Dance (B) Music (C) Architecture and sculpture (D) Drama Answer: (C)
Which dance form is known for the dramatic use of eyes and eyebrows? (A) Kathakali (B) Bharatanatyam (C) Mohiniyattam (D) Kuchipudi Answer: (A)
The Sufi practice of devotional song is called – (A) Bhajan (B) Abhang (C) Kirtan (D) Qawwali Answer: (D)
Which musical tradition uses compositions known as ‘Kritis’? (A) Hindustani (B) Carnatic (C) Baul (D) Sufi Answer: (B)
Which temple town is known for its golden chariot procession of Vishnu? (A) Guruvayur (B) Rameswaram (C) Srirangam (D) Madurai Answer: (C)
The famous ‘Ravindra Sangeet’ is associated with – (A) Rabindranath Tagore (B) Kazi Nazrul Islam (C) Bankim Chandra (D) Sarojini Naidu Answer: (A)
Which form of Indian classical dance is performed in Manipuri Vaishnavite temples? (A) Bharatanatyam (B) Sattriya (C) Manipuri (D) Kuchipudi Answer: (C)
The term ‘Pancha Rasa’ refers to – (A) Five musical scales (B) Five dance styles (C) Five basic emotions (D) Five temples Answer: (C)
The ‘Alvars’ were devotional poets of – (A) Shiva (B) Vishnu (C) Durga (D) Buddha Answer: (B)
Which ancient Indian scholar composed the Sangita Ratnakara? (A) Sharngadeva (B) Panini (C) Bharata (D) Kalidasa Answer: (A)
Which of these cities was part of the ancient Silk Route and a center for Buddhist art? (A) Mathura (B) Taxila (C) Varanasi (D) Ayodhya Answer: (B)
The ‘Bhagavata Mela’ dance-drama tradition belongs to – (A) Andhra Pradesh (B) Tamil Nadu (C) Karnataka (D) Kerala Answer: (B)
The ‘Baul’ singers are known for which instrument? (A) Nadaswaram (B) Ektara (C) Sarod (D) Tabla Answer: (B)
Which art form of Kerala uses decorative umbrellas, elephants, and rhythmic percussion? (A) Theyyam (B) Thrissur Pooram (C) Padayani (D) Mohiniyattam Answer: (B)
Which Jain temple is known for its intricate marble carvings and 1444 pillars? (A) Palitana (B) Dilwara Temples (C) Ranakpur Temple (D) Shravanabelagola Answer: (B)
Which tribal art is known for its use of earthy colors and depiction of animals and rituals? (A) Warli (B) Madhubani (C) Gond (D) Pattachitra Answer: (C)
The Dholavira site provides evidence of – (A) Vedic rituals (B) Buddhist monuments (C) Harappan urban planning (D) Mauryan sculpture Answer: (C)
Which musical instrument is used in Manipuri Sankirtana performances? (A) Khol (B) Dhol (C) Mridang (D) Tabla Answer: (A)
Which Gharana is famous for tabla performances and compositions? (A) Lucknow (B) Benaras (C) Agra (D) Kirana Answer: (B)
Which dance form of Kerala tells stories from the Mahabharata through dramatic movement? (A) Kathakali (B) Mohiniyattam (C) Koodiyattam (D) Theyyam Answer: (A)
The ‘Kumhar’ community is traditionally engaged in – (A) Metal craft (B) Weaving (C) Pottery (D) Painting Answer: (C)
Which Indian festival celebrates the victory of good over evil and is marked by Ramlila plays? (A) Diwali (B) Dussehra (C) Holi (D) Navratri Answer: (B)
Which city is famous for its silk sarees with golden zari borders? (A) Kanchipuram (B) Varanasi (C) Mysuru (D) Surat Answer: (A)