Modern Historiography and Indian Culture Quiz

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What are the four characteristics of modern historiography?

Comparative Analysis (correct)

Focus on Political History

Focus on the present day (correct)

Focus on the past

Dynasty based

Scientific Method (correct)

Reliable Evidence (correct)

Anthropocentric (correct)

What is the meaning of ‘Synthesis’ according to Hegel?

A new thesis which includes the gist of both, the thesis and antithesis.

What is historiography?

The writing of critical historical narrative.

Who is considered the founder of modern historiography?

Voltaire Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of political parties?

To achieve power Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the first English newspaper in India?

Bengal Gazettee Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of active entertainment?

Playing kabaddi Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of traditional Indian art?

European style paintings Signup and view all the answers

What are the six main aspects of painting according to ancient Indian scholars?

Roopshbeda, Pramana, Bhava, Lavanyayojana, Sadrushyata and Varnikabhang Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian temple architecture?

The main element is the sanctum sanctorum Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a famous example of Hemadpanthi architecture?

Kailasa Temple, Ellora Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the first museum in India and when was it established?

The Indian Museum, Kolkata, 1814 Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the first documentary movie made in India?

Raja Harischandra, 1913 Signup and view all the answers

What are the traditional names for wooden dolls made in Maharashtra?

Thaki Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of Regional tourism?

Industrial Tourism Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary sources of history?

Oral sources of history, written Sources of History and material Sources of History Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the ‘Swachh Bharat drive’?

To preserve the historical heritage sites and make them accessible to people. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of encyclopaedia ?

Periodicals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of music found in the performing arts of Maharashtra?

Lavni Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of folk theatre popular in Maharashtra?

Tamasha Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of ‘one vote one value’?

Every person's vote has equal value in the electoral system. Signup and view all the answers

What are the major characteristics of political parties?

<ul> <li>To be in power</li> <li>To pursue an ideology</li> <li>To have a Party Agenda</li> <li>To Establish a Government</li> <li>To Act as a link between the Government and the people</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an economic movement?

Swadeshi Movement Signup and view all the answers

What is the major challenge for democracy in the modern era?

Sustaining democracy by spreading democratic values and incorporating them into the daily lives of citizens. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Election commission?

To conduct elections. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of elections ?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the inclusion of the 11th and 12th schedule in the Indian Constitution ?

To ensure good governance and transparency. Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term ‘Right to Information’?

The constitution provides citizens the power to access information regarding the functioning of government and public bodies. Signup and view all the answers

What are the major social challenges facing India’s Democracy today?