The Arts of South, West, and Central Asia

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What materials were used in creating Persian rugs traditionally?

Synthetic fibers and artificial dyes

Plastic threads and chemical dyes

Silk threads and hand-painted dyes

Yarn fiber and color from natural ingredients (correct)

Which art form is NOT mentioned as part of the disciplines in the art of Iran (Persia)?

Calligraphy

Metal working

Sculpture (correct)

Architecture

Where are the Ajanta Caves located?

Pakistan

Sri Lanka

India (correct)

Iran

Which of the following BEST describes the content of the Ajanta Caves in India?

Buddhist religious art Signup and view all the answers

Which period is known as the Ancient Period in Indian art?

3900 BCE-1200 CE Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature commonly found in Iranian carpets?

Depiction of animals, birds, and flowers Signup and view all the answers

Which art form was influenced by European styles during the Qajar period?

Painting Signup and view all the answers

What style of painting emerged during the Qajar period?

Coffee House Painting Signup and view all the answers

What were common subjects depicted in Qajar period paintings?

Religious scenes Signup and view all the answers

Which period is described as the 'evolution from Vedism into Hinduism or Brahmanism'?

Islamic Ascendancy Period Signup and view all the answers

Which famous Indian epics emerged during the Islamic Ascendancy period?

The Mahabharata and Ramayana Signup and view all the answers

Which famous monument was built during the Mogul period?

The Taj Mahal Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Hindu New Year being celebrated with lighted clay lamps (diyas)?

To welcome the Hindu goddess of wealth Lakshmi into the home Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning behind the term 'Rangoli'?

'Rang' means 'color' and 'aavalli' means 'colored creepers' or 'row of colors' Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Mehndi and Haldi in Hindu customs?

They are symbolic representations of the outer and inner sun Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was not mentioned as a significant part of the Hindu New Year celebration?

Decorating with tilework Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a popular center of Iranian mosaic and tile industry?

Both Kashan and Tabriz Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Mandala in Hinduism and Buddhism?

It represents the universe Signup and view all the answers

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