Prehistoric Art and Indus Valley Arts
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In which of these Indian states were remnants of rock paintings found?

  • Uttar Pradesh (correct)
  • Bihar (correct)
  • Karnataka (correct)
  • Andhra Pradesh (correct)
  • Madhya Pradesh (correct)

    • Which category of prehistoric paintings in India are primarily characterized by stylistic features such as geometric designs and swastika patterns?

  • Bhimbetka paintings
  • Vindhya range paintings
  • Kupgallu paintings
  • Lakhudiyar cave paintings (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Upper Paleolithic period of rock paintings in Bhimbetka?

  • Depiction of animal figures like bison and elephants
  • Stylized depictions of human figures
  • Presence of detailed human figures (correct)
  • Predominantly green and dark red colors

    • In which of these Indian states are the richest prehistoric rock paintings found?

    <p>Madhya Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why colors in prehistoric rock paintings have survived for thousands of years?

    <p>The chemical reaction of oxide present on rock surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Harappan civilization is known for its highly realistic depictions of human and animal figures.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of material were most Harappan seals typically made?

    <p>Steatite (soft river stone)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the famous seal depicting a seated human figure surrounded by animals, identified by some as the Pashupati seal?

    <p>Pashupati seal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following techniques was commonly used by the Harappans for making bronze objects?

    <p>Lost Wax Technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most popular bronze statue of the Harappan civilization is known as the 'Dancing Girl'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of craft materials were often used for creating the brushes for prehistoric rock paintings?

    <p>Plant fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two major cities of the Indus Valley Civilization, known for their early examples of urban planning?

    <p>Harappa and Mohenjodaro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following concepts is NOT associated with the Shramana tradition?

    <p>Vedic rituals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Mauryan emperor Ashoka was known for his patronage of the Vedic tradition.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the Mauryan pillar capitals?

    <p>Inscription of Buddhist teachings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Mauryan pillar capital designs with their associated locations.

    <p>Lion Capital = Sarnath Bull Capital = Delhi Elephant Capital = Lauriya Nandangarh Horse Capital = Sanchi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Lion Capital at Sarnath is considered the National Emblem of India.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the oldest rock-cut cave in India, patronized by Ashoka for the Ajivika sect?

    <p>Lomash Rishi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three key structural elements of Buddhist and Jain monastic complexes?

    <p>Stupa, vihara, and chaitya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The largest number of Buddhist stupas are found in Jain monastic complexes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a significant factor that contributed to the development of Gandhara sculptural art?

    <p>Adoption of a more abstract and symbolic style for representing the Buddha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is characteristic of the Buddha image in the Mathura school of art?

    <p>Detailed depiction of drapery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Sarnath school of Buddhist art is known for its distinctive transparent drapery and minimal ornamentation in its Buddha images.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of the Greco-Roman, Buddhist or Gandhara art?

    <p>Stylized geometric motifs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main types of temples in terms of their architectural design, based on the movement of the worshippers around the central shrine?

    <p>Sandhara, Nirandhara, and Sarvatobhadra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Udaygiri caves in Madhya Pradesh primarily feature sculptures related to Vaishnavism.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of these Indian states are the most prominent Buddhist monuments found?

    <p>Andhra Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following ancient Indian architectural elements with their specific types of structures.

    <p>Stupa = Buddhist monastic complex Vihara = Buddhist monastic complex Chaitya = Buddhist monastic complex Mandapa = Hindu temple Garbhagriha = Hindu temple Gopuram = Dravidian temple Shikhara = Nagara temple Vimana = Dravidian temple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most significant feature distinguishing the Dravidian temple from the Nagara temple is the presence of a surrounding compound wall.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of Dravidian temples?

    <p>Emphasis on multiple shikharas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Kailashnath temple at Ellora, a remarkable example of Rashtrakuta architecture, is carved out of sandstone.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a prominent characteristic of the Hoysala style of temple architecture?

    <p>Emphasis on a single, towering shikhara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ancient university of Nalanda, a significant center of Buddhist learning, was destroyed by a fire in the 12th century CE.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The earliest bronze sculpture of the Indus Valley Civilization dates back to around 2500 BCE.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a significant characteristic of the 'lost wax' technique for bronze casting?

    <p>Use of clay and cow dung as a mold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a distinctive feature of the Buddhist bronze sculptures produced in Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir?

    <p>Stylized and abstract forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Nalanda school of bronze casting emerged during the Gupta period in the 4th-5th century CE.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following iconic Chola bronze sculptures represents Shiva in his cosmic dance form, balancing himself on his right leg and suppressing the demon of ignorance (apasmara)?

    <p>Nataraja</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'lost wax' technique for bronze casting originated in India during the Mughal period.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following architectural styles is NOT a prominent style in Indo-Islamic architecture?

    <p>Dravidian Style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The use of arches and domes, introduced gradually in Indo-Islamic architecture, played a significant role in shifting the weight of the domes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following decorative elements is NOT typically associated with Indo-Islamic architecture?

    <p>Figurative sculptures of deities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Qutub Minar, a towering minar in Delhi, was built during the 15th century CE.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the intended purpose of Sarais built along major trade routes in medieval India?

    <p>To provide temporary accommodation to travelers, pilgrims, and merchants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is a prominent example of Mughal architecture?

    <p>Taj Mahal, Agra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jama Masjid, a large congregational mosque, was typically located in the heart of a city and functioned as a hub of religious life.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following architectural styles is characterized by the use of sandstone as a primary building material?

    <p>Nagara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the structure at the top of a Nagara temple, known as the shikhara?

    <p>To house the sanctum of the temple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'latina' type of shikhara is characterized by its relatively shorter height and broader base compared to the 'phamsana' type.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following architectural features is NOT a prominent feature of the 'valabhi' type of Nagara temple?

    <p>Presence of intricate carvings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the Deograh temple in Uttar Pradesh, an early Hindu stone temple from the 6th century CE?

    <p>Centralized location within a complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Sheshashayana form of Vishnu, where he is depicted reclining on the serpent Ananta, is a prominent motif in the Deograh temple in Uttar Pradesh.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of the Lakshmana temple at Khajuraho?

    <p>Construction primarily from sandstone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Kandariya Mahadeo temple in Khajuraho is dedicated to the worship of Vishnu.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Sun Temple at Modhera in Gujarat was built by the Chalukya king, Bhimdev I.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following architectural styles is NOT prevalent in East India, particularly in Bengal and Odisha?

    <p>Dravidian style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the 'Ahom style' of temple architecture, prominent in Assam?

    <p>Emphasis on geometric patterns and simple forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Siddheshvara Mahadeva temple in Barakar, Burdwan, showcases the transition from early Pala style to the later 'Vanga style' of Bengal.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is NOT a distinguishing characteristic of Odisha temple architecture?

    <p>Emphasis on multiple shikharas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Konark Sun Temple, an impressive example of Odisha architecture, was built during the 13th century CE.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is NOT a key characteristic of the architectural style prevalent in the hill regions of Kumaon, Garhwal, Himachal, and Kashmir?

    <p>Emphasis on elaborate gopurams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a prominent feature of Dravidian temple architecture?

    <p>Emphasis on a single, central shikhara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Prehistoric Rock Paintings

    • Prehistoric art forms involved cave drawings and paintings, used by ancient humans to express themselves.
    • Cave paintings depicted animals, human figures, and daily life activities.
    • Earliest paintings in India were found in Upper Paleolithic times.
    • Rock paintings discovered in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Bihar.
    • Cave paintings at Lakhudiyar caves in Almora displayed human figures, animals(like a fox, lizard, and several-legged lizard), and geometric patterns.
    • Paint colors included white, red, and black ochre.
    • Bhimbetka rock shelters, in Madhya Pradesh, exhibit a substantial number of Paleolithic and Mesolithic paintings.
    • Paintings span various activities like hunting, dancing, and daily life scenes.

    Arts of Indus Valley

    • Indus Valley Civilization produced sculptures, seals, pottery, and gold jewelry.
    • Artistic depictions were realistic and highly detailed.
    • Notable sites include Harappa and Mohenjo-daro.
    • Notable sculptures include the bearded man and male torso, both in steatite.
    • Bronze casting employed the "lost wax" technique to create figures.
    • Terracotta figures, such as the "dancing girl," represented mother goddesses, and figurines of animals and humans.

    Arts of Mauryan Period

    • Rock-cut architecture, sculptures, and stupas were part of the Buddhist tradition.
    • Mauryan pillars featured capitals, such as the Lion Capital of Sarnath, symbolic of Dhammachakrapravartana.

    Later Mural Traditions

    • Painting styles included those in Ajanta, Ellora, and Khajuraho.
    • Notable temples like the Dravida temples displayed characteristics like the towering Gopurams, and the gopuram style.

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    Explore the fascinating world of prehistoric rock paintings and the artistic achievements of the Indus Valley Civilization. This quiz covers cave paintings, the significance of colors used, and the intricate artworks found at sites like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro. Test your knowledge on these ancient art forms and their cultural significance.

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