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Puucho STATIC QUIZ 2020 – 21
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Question 1 of 5
Consider the following statements regarding the policies of Aurangazeb.
- Cultivation and use of bhang and other drugs were banned.
- He restarted the celebration of Dasarah, which was discontinued earlier.
- Royal astronomers and astrologers were appointed to service.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: a)
Aurangazeb:
- Cultivation and use of bhang and other drugs were banned. Aurangazeb forbade music in the Mughal court.
- He discontinued the practice of Jarokha darshan. He also discontinued the celebration of Dasarah and royal astronomers and astrologers were also dismissed from service.
IncorrectSolution: a)
Aurangazeb:
- Cultivation and use of bhang and other drugs were banned. Aurangazeb forbade music in the Mughal court.
- He discontinued the practice of Jarokha darshan. He also discontinued the celebration of Dasarah and royal astronomers and astrologers were also dismissed from service.
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Question 2 of 5
Who among the following were contemporary of the Mughal Emperor Akbar?
- Abul Fazl
- Raja Man Singh
- Tansen
Select the correct answer code:
CorrectSolution: d)
The nine jewels under Akbar’s administration were Abul Fazl, Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana, Birbal, Mulla Do-Piyaza, Faizi, Raja Man Singh, Raja Todar Mal, Faqir Azio Din and Tansen.
IncorrectSolution: d)
The nine jewels under Akbar’s administration were Abul Fazl, Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana, Birbal, Mulla Do-Piyaza, Faizi, Raja Man Singh, Raja Todar Mal, Faqir Azio Din and Tansen.
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Question 3 of 5
The Mughal style of painting evolved as a result of a synthesis of the
CorrectSolution: b)
The Mughal School of Paintings originated in the reign of Akbar. The origin of Mughal style was a result of synthesis of indigenous Indian style of painting and the Safavid school of Persian painting.
The Mughal style is marked by supple naturalism based on close observation of nature and fine and delicate drawing.
IncorrectSolution: b)
The Mughal School of Paintings originated in the reign of Akbar. The origin of Mughal style was a result of synthesis of indigenous Indian style of painting and the Safavid school of Persian painting.
The Mughal style is marked by supple naturalism based on close observation of nature and fine and delicate drawing.
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Question 4 of 5
Consider the following statements regarding Ajanta Cave Paintings.
- Ajanta caves were carved in 4th century AD out of volcanic rocks.
- The walls of the caves have both murals and fresco paintings.
- The paintings portray human values and social fabric along with costumes and ornaments of that period.
- The unique feature of the paintings is that all female figure has a same hairstyle.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: b)
One of the oldest surviving murals of Indian subcontinent, Ajanta caves were carved in 4th century AD out of volcanic rocks. It consists of a set of 29 caves, carved in a horse-shoe shape. The walls of the caves have both murals and fresco paintings (painted on wet plaster). They use tempera style, i.e. use of pigments. The paintings portray human values and social fabric along with styles, costumes and ornaments of that period. The emotions are expressed through hand gestures. The unique feature of the paintings is that each female figure has a unique hairstyle.
IncorrectSolution: b)
One of the oldest surviving murals of Indian subcontinent, Ajanta caves were carved in 4th century AD out of volcanic rocks. It consists of a set of 29 caves, carved in a horse-shoe shape. The walls of the caves have both murals and fresco paintings (painted on wet plaster). They use tempera style, i.e. use of pigments. The paintings portray human values and social fabric along with styles, costumes and ornaments of that period. The emotions are expressed through hand gestures. The unique feature of the paintings is that each female figure has a unique hairstyle.
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Question 5 of 5
Consider the following statements regarding Lepakshi Paintings.
- These mural paintings were executed on Veerabhadra temple walls at Lepakshi.
- Made during the Vijaynagara period, they follow a religious theme based on Ramayana and Mahabharata.
- The paintings show the dominance of primary colours.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: c)
Lepakshi Paintings:
Located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, these mural paintings were executed on Veerabhadra temple walls at Lepakshi in 16th Century. Made during the Vijaynagara period, they follow a religious theme, based on Ramayana, Mahabharata and incarnations of Vishnu. The paintings show a complete absence of primary colours, especially blue.
IncorrectSolution: c)
Lepakshi Paintings:
Located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, these mural paintings were executed on Veerabhadra temple walls at Lepakshi in 16th Century. Made during the Vijaynagara period, they follow a religious theme, based on Ramayana, Mahabharata and incarnations of Vishnu. The paintings show a complete absence of primary colours, especially blue.
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