Question: In which state do we find Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Park?

Uttar Pradesh  Uttarakhanda Bihar West Bengal Answer: Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers
comes under Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve and both the sites are declared as World
Heritage Site by UNESCO. The sites are known for their rare flora and fauna. The Nanda Devi
was declared as National park in the year 1982.

Question: Sunderbans National park is found in which State?

Assam  Manipur Mizoram West Bengal Answer: Sunderbans National park is a World

Heritage Site and it is known for its Biosphere and Royal Bengal Tiger Reserve. It was
declared a National Park in 1984.

Question: Which Indian railway train has been nicknamed as Toy Train? Shimla –Kalka
railway  Darjeeling Himalayan railway. Nilgiri Mountain railway Rajdhani Answer: Darjeeling
Himalayan railway runs from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling in West Bengal and it was declared
a World Heritage Site in 1999. It took three years to build this train from 1879-1881 CE.

Question: By which name was Keoladeo Ghana National Park known earlier? Kaziranga
National Park  Vansada National Park Corbett National Park Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Answer: Keoladeo Ghana National Park is in Bharatpur, Rajasthan and a large number of
birds come here every year during winters. It was declared a National Park in the year 1982.

Question: Under which tree did Queen Mayadevi give birth to Gautam Buddha? Ashoka tree 
Peepal tree Shala tree Neem tree Answer: In Indian sculptures and Buddhist tradition, Queen
Mayadevi has been portrayed as giving birth to Gautama Buddha under theshala tree
holding its branch in Lumbini.

Question: What is the common name for Ocimum tenuiflorum? Lotus  Tulsi Peepal Chameli
Answer: Tulsi can be seen in every house of India. It is known for its medicinal, religious and
spiritual value. Question: Which of the following animal has been depicted on the Ashokan
pillar capital at Sarnath? Horse  Deer Lion Bull Answer: The lion pillar capital of Ashoka in
Sarnath depicts four lion seated back to back on the abacus and is presently kept in Sarnath
Museum. It was adopted by the Government of India as the National emblem in the year
1950.

Question: What is the vahana or vehicle of river goddess Ganga? Tortoise  Makara Lion
Peacock Answer: Makara (crocodile) in Hindu mythology and Indian art has been depicted as
half terrestrial and half aquatic animal and it is the vehicle of sea god Varuna also. The
various sculptures like one from Ahichchhatra and in the Kailash temple of Ellora showing
goddess Ganga standing on the makara are the best specimens of Indian art.

Question: The archaeological site- Nagajunikonda is located on the bank of which river?

Ganga  Krishna Godavari Mahanadi Answer: Nagajunikonda, is situated on the right bank of
river Krishna in Nalagonda district of Andhra Pradesh. The site is extremely rich in Buddhist
and Brahmanical remains. The site was under the threat of submergence because of the
Nagarjunasagar project and the remains are then dismantled and transplanted to a higher
land. It is unique island site in India.
 Question: Which river flows behind the Taj Mahal? Ganga  Godavari Yamuna Tapti
Answer: Taj Mahal can be seen from the banks of river Yamuna and it played a very
important role in the construction of Taj Mahal. The gardens in Taj Mahal are based on Char
Bagh pattern which require huge amount of water and for that an elaborate water system
was laid out to direct water from the river Yamuna to the garden.

Question: Which organization declares a site of special cultural or physical significance as a

World Heritage Site? Archaeological Survey of India  Ministry of Culture National Museum
UNESCO Answer: UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
and 29 sites are declared as World Heritage Sites in India by UNESCO.

Question: Identify the stone given below and which monument has been constructed from
this stone? Marble, Taj Mahal  Redstone, Agra Fort Basalt , Ajanta Caves Khondalite, Sun
temple, Konark Answer: Agra fort (Uttar Pradesh) was constructed by the third Mughal
emperor Akbar on the remains of an ancient site known as Badalgarh. The other monument
made of red sandstone is Sikandra Fort which is the tomb of Akbar

Question: In which country is the World Heritage Site located where Gautama Buddha was
born? India  Sri Lanka Nepal Pakistan Answer: Lumbini in Nepal is a famous Buddhist
pilgrimage site where Queen Mayadevi gave birth to Gautama Buddha. She is depicted in
most of the Indian sculptures as holding branch of Shala tree and giving birth to Buddha.
Gautama Buddha was the son of KingŚuddhodana and Mayadevi.

Question: In which archaeological site do we find the Dhamek and Dharmarajika stupa?
Sanchi  Sarnath Satdhara Amravati Answer: Sarnath (Uttar Pradesh) is the famous
archaeological site where first sermon was given by Buddha in deer park. The site is known
for itschaitya, stupas and monasteries and also the Ashoka pillar. 

Question: In which state do we find the fort Aguada? Madhya Pradesh  Goa Tamil Nadu Bihar
Answer: The Aguada Fort was constructed in 1612 by the Portuguese to protect Old Goa
against the attacks of the Dutch and Marathasarmies. The fort is divided into two parts-lower
fort and upper fort.

Question: Identify the monument given below which is located in Karnataka? Golgumbaz 

Juma Masjid Ibrahim Rauza Jami Masjid Answer: Ibrahim Rauza is in the Bijapur district of
Karnataka. It was built by Ibrahim Adil Shah II in 17th century CE and consists of his mosque
and tomb in the same compound.

Question: In which ancient monument do we find the work of Pietra Dura? Mehrangarh Fort 
Hawa Mahal Taj Mahal Tughlaqabad Fort Answer: Pietra dura is the technique of inlay work
in which high polished semiprecious-stones like lapislazuli, agate, jasper and jade etc. are
used to create images and these are cut and then fitted in the walls with glue. Apart from Taj
Mahal the work can also be noticed in the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula which was built by Nur
Jahan for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg.

Question: Given below is the image of a facade of a very important cave. Identify the cave.
Kanheri Caves  Bedsa Caves Pitalkhora Caves Lomas Rishi Cave Answer: Lomas Rishi Cave
(Bihar) is located in the Barabar hills which have the earliest rock cut caves of India. These
caves were donated to the Ajivika sect and dates back to Mauryan period.

Question: Where is famous shore temple in India located? Andhra Pradesh  Tamil Nadu
Karnataka Kerala Answer: Shore temple is located in the Mahabalipuram or Mammallapuram
in Tamil Nadu. It was built by Narasimhavarman II in 8th century CE. The temple is dedicated
to both Vishnu and Shiva.

Question: Which is the classical dance of Northern India? Kathak  Bharatnatyam Odissi
Bharatnatyam Answer: Kathak is the classical dance of Northern India and there are three
main gharanas of Kathak at Jaipur, Lucknow, Benaras and Raigarh. The gharanas developed
under the rule of different rulers e.g. Jaipur gharana under the Kachchwaha rulers of Jaipur,
Lucknow under the Nawab of Oudh, Benaras under Jankiprasad and Raigarh under Maharaja
Chakradhar Singh.

Question: Kathakali originates from which Indian state? Andhra Pradesh  Tamil Nadu Kerala
Maharshtra Answer:  Kathakali is a combination of dance and theatre that originates from
Kerala and theme for performance is taken from two epics, Mahabharata, Ramayana and the
Puranas . It is known for its elaborate costume and make up worn by the artists. Question: By
which other name do we know the Sattriya Theatre? Ankiya Bhaona  Kuchipudi Garbha
Kuttiyattam Answer: Sattriya is a living tradition of dance, music and theatre which is
performed in the Vaishnavite monasteries of eastern India. It was started by Sankradeva and
later on carried forward by his disciples.

Question: Name the ancient theatre originated in Kerala? Kuttiyatam  Sattriya theatre Sung
theatre Cultural theatre Answer: Kuttiyattam is one of the ancient forms of theatre and the
themes on which it is performed are taken from the Sanskrit plays. It is officially declared by
UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity

Question: Name the ancient treatise that is a major source for dance, drama and theatre?
Silapaddikaran  Manimekhalai Natyashastra Ramayana Answer: Natyashastra primarily deals
with the various aspects of dance, drama and music. It is supposed to have been composed
by sage Bharata from 200 BCE-200CE. A commentary onNatyashastra was written by
Abhinavgupta in 11th century CE.

Question: Gwalior gharana is known for which art form? Style of dance  Style of theatre Style
of music All of the above Answer: Gwalior gharana is one of the oldest schools of North
Indian classical music. The Gwalior gharana gayaki is lucid and simple. The gharana was
patronized by the Mughal emperor Akbar.

Question: With which musical instrument is Pandit Ravi Shankar associated? Tabla  Sitar
Pakhawaj Saxophone Answer: Pandit Ravi Shankar is known for playing the plucked string
instrument sitar. He is an eminent Indian musician and composer and was awarded the
Bharat Ratna, in 1999.

Question: In which classical dance form silk sari is used for making costume? Kathak  Garbha
Bharatnatyam Sattriya Answer: In Bharatnatyam is the classical dance of Tamil Nadu. The
dancers adorn themselves with saris made of silk having gold zari embroidery designs on its
border. Silk was first produced in China and was exported to different parts of the world.

Question: Which of the following is a wind instrument? Tabla  Flute Ektara Damru

Answer: Flute is a reedless wind instrument made of bamboo or bass. The origin of flute
dates back to prehistoric time. The famous flute player in India is Hariprasad Chaurasia and
he was awarded Padma Bhushan in the year 1992.

Question: Which Indian deity is known as lord of dance? Vishnu  Brahma Indra Shiva
Answer: Nataraj images of Shiva depict him as lord of dance and the form of dance most
often associated with him is known as Tandava. The best specimens of Nataraja were made
in bronze during the Chola period.

Q1: He received Padmashri in the year 2008. Born in Mahe, he is a first generation
immigrant to the US. He started out by directing and starring in his own venture 'Praying
with Anger.' Has a wife called Bhavna and recently quipped 'My belief in ghosts is not
100%, but I am open to the idea." He was also involved with the project Stuart Little.
Who?
Ans: Manoj Night Shymalan

Q2: India's first international biosphere reserve is called what?

Ans: Nilgiri biosphere reserve

Q3: One of the largest makers of cycles in the world Hero Cycles began their journey
from which town?
Ans: Ludhiana

Q4: The Park was created to protect its Keystone species, the Nilgiri Tahr. As a part of
Western Ghats it is a part of the UNESCO world heritage site. Name the park
Ans: Mukurthi National Park

Q5: In 1713, he was given a death sentence by emperor Farukhsiyar for criticising him
in Sikka (verses made for commemorating the minting of a new coin). His real name Mir
Muhammad Jafar. He had a brilliant command over Persian, Hindi and Rekhta. Name the
poet
Ans: Zatalli

Q6: Name the accomplished eldest daughter of Emperor Shah Jahan under whose
instruction Chandni Chowk was constructed?
Ans: Jahanara Begum

Q7: Emomali Rakhmonov-the president of Tajikistan's visit to this tomb opposite Purana
Quila is commemorated in a tablet. The tombs here were sanctioned by Khwaja Sheikh
Nooruddin and in one of them rest one of the greatest masters of "Sabk-e-Hindi" school
of poetry Mirza Abdul Qadir. How do we know him better?
Ans: Bedil

Q8: Which Indian's debut novel made it to the final shortlist for the Man Booker prize
2012?
Ans: Jeet Thayil, Narcopolis

Q9: The British companies invested nearly 100 million pounds in this business by 1875.
A number of networks sprung up as a result of Guaranteed System by 1868 including
East India, Oudh, Rohilkhand, North-Western, Central Indian, Great Indian Peninsula and
South India. Under the system investors got around 5 per cent of fixed interest on their
investment. By 1870, the figure had reached 4,771 miles. Which business are we
discussing?
Ans: Railways

Q10: Rajendra Narayan Singh Deo and Bishwanath Das led two coalition governments
between March 8, 1967-January 9, 1971 and April 3, 1971 to June 14, 1972
respectively. Which party was common to both the coalitions?
Ans: Swatantra Party

Q11: Every year a big fair popularly known as Ashokastami Mela is held in the month of
April. This historic Shaiva pilgrimage dates back to 7th to 9th century and is in the
Kaliashahar sub-division of Tripura, Name the place
Ans: Unakoti

Q12: The Lushai hills would be a part of which mountain range in Mizomram?
Ans: Patkai

Q13: Williamnagar, the headquarter-complex of which district of Meghalaya, was

christened after Captain Williamson Sangma, the founding Chief Minister of the State of
Meghalaya?
Ans: East Garo Hills

Q14: The Ficus elastica produces a series of secondary roots from higher up its trunk
and can comfortably perch atop huge boulders along the riverbanks, or even in the
middle of the rivers. One special bridge, believed to be the only one of its kind in the
world, is actually two bridges stacked one over the other and has come to be known as
the "Umshiang Double-Decker Bridge." Which area are we talking about?
Ans: Cherrapunjee

Q15: This picturesque town circled by the majestic Myntdu River and serves as the
headquarters of the district. Caves in Lumshnong and Syndai in this district is one of the
largest cave networks in Asia. Name the headquarter town
Ans: Jowai

Rest of the questions here I am attaching pdf file which is free for download…

The CBSE Heritage India Quiz is one of the enrichment activities initiated by the Board.
It was started in the year 2001

Here I am sharing the Question paper of CBSE Heritage India Quiz

Question: Identify the monument to which this painting belongs:-

• Badami
• Ajanta
• Lepakshi
• Ellora
Answer: Ajanta caves (Maharsashtra) are known for murals, chaityagrihas and
monasteries and are hewn out of volcanic basaltic rock overlooking a narrow stream
Waghora. There are 30 caves in Ajanta including an unfinished one representing
Buddhist faith.

Question: Which organization declares a site of special cultural or physical significance as

a World Heritage Site?
• Archaeological Survey of India
• Ministry of Culture
• National Museum
• UNESCO
Answer: UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) and
29 sites are declared as World Heritage Sites in India by UNESCO.

Question: Identify the stone given below and which monument has been constructed
from this stone?
• Marble, Taj Mahal
• Redstone, Agra Fort
• Basalt , Ajanta Caves
• Khondalite, Sun temple, Konark
Answer: Agra fort (Uttar Pradesh) was constructed by the third Mughal emperor Akbar
on the remains of an ancient site known as Badalgarh. The other monument made of red
sandstone is Sikandra Fort which is the tomb of Akbar

Question: In which country is the World Heritage Site located where Gautama Buddha
was born?
• India
• Sri Lanka
• Nepal
• Pakistan
Answer: Lumbini in Nepal is a famous Buddhist pilgrimage site where Queen Mayadevi
gave birth to Gautama Buddha. She is depicted in most of the Indian sculptures as
holding branch of Shala tree and giving birth to Buddha. Gautama Buddha was the son
of KingŚuddhodana and Mayadevi.

Question: In which archaeological site do we find the Dhamek and Dharmarajika stupa?
• Sanchi
• Sarnath
• Satdhara
• Amravati
Answer: Sarnath (Uttar Pradesh) is the famous archaeological site where first sermon
was given by Buddha in deer park. The site is known for itschaitya, stupas and
monasteries and also the Ashoka pillar.

Question: In which state do we find the fort Aguada?

• Madhya Pradesh
• Goa
• Tamil Nadu
• Bihar
Answer: The Aguada Fort was constructed in 1612 by the Portuguese to protect Old Goa
against the attacks of the Dutch and Marathasarmies. The fort is divided into two parts-
lower fort and upper fort.

Question: Identify the monument given below which is located in Karnataka?

• Golgumbaz
• Juma Masjid
• Ibrahim Rauza
• Jami Masjid
Answer: Ibrahim Rauza is in the Bijapur district of Karnataka. It was built by Ibrahim
Adil Shah II in 17th century CE and consists of his mosque and tomb in the same
compound.

Question: In which ancient monument do we find the work of Pietra Dura?

• Mehrangarh Fort
• Hawa Mahal
• Taj Mahal
• Tughlaqabad Fort
Answer: Pietra dura is the technique of inlay work in which high polished semiprecious-
stones like lapislazuli, agate, jasper and jade etc. are used to create images and these
are cut and then fitted in the walls with glue. Apart from Taj Mahal the work can also be
noticed in the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula which was built by Nur Jahan for her father Mirza
Ghiyas Beg.

Question: Given below is the image of a facade of a very important cave. Identify the
cave.
• Kanheri Caves
• Bedsa Caves
• Pitalkhora Caves
• Lomas Rishi Cave
Answer: Lomas Rishi Cave (Bihar) is located in the Barabar hills which have the earliest
rock cut caves of India. These caves were donated to the Ajivika sect and dates back to
Mauryan period.

Question: Where is famous shore temple in India located?

• Andhra Pradesh
• Tamil Nadu
• Karnataka
• Kerala
Answer: Shore temple is located in the Mahabalipuram or Mammallapuram in Tamil
Nadu. It was built by Narasimhavarman II in 8th century CE. The temple is dedicated to
both Vishnu and Shiva.

Heritage India Questions

Question: In which state do we find Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Park?
• Uttar Pradesh
• Uttarakhanda
• Bihar
• West Bengal
Answer: Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers comes under Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
and both the sites are declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The sites are known
for their rare flora and fauna. The Nanda Devi was declared as National park in the year
1982.

Question: Sunderbans National park is found in which State?

• Assam
• Manipur
• Mizoram
• West Bengal
Answer: Sunderbans National park is a World Heritage Site and it is known for its
Biosphere and Royal Bengal Tiger Reserve. It was declared a National Park in 1984.

Question: Which Indian railway train has been nicknamed as Toy Train?
• Shimla –Kalka railway
• Darjeeling Himalayan railway.
• Nilgiri Mountain railway
• Rajdhani
Answer: Darjeeling Himalayan railway runs from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling in West
Bengal and it was declared a World Heritage Site in 1999. It took three years to build
this train from 1879-1881 CE.

Question: By which name was Keoladeo Ghana National Park known earlier?
• Kaziranga National Park
• Vansada National Park
• Corbett National Park
• Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Answer: Keoladeo Ghana National Park is in Bharatpur, Rajasthan and a large number of
birds come here every year during winters. It was declared a National Park in the year
1982.

Question: Under which tree did Queen Mayadevi give birth to Gautam Buddha?
• Ashoka tree
• Peepal tree
• Shala tree
• Neem tree
Answer: In Indian sculptures and Buddhist tradition, Queen Mayadevi has been
portrayed as giving birth to Gautama Buddha under theshala tree holding its branch in
Lumbini.

Question: What is the common name for Ocimum tenuiflorum?

• Lotus
• Tulsi
• Peepal
• Chameli
Answer: Tulsi can be seen in every house of India. It is known for its medicinal, religious
and spiritual value.

Question: Which of the following animal has been depicted on the Ashokan pillar capital
at Sarnath?
• Horse
• Deer
• Lion
• Bull
Answer: The lion pillar capital of Ashoka in Sarnath depicts four lion seated back to back
on the abacus and is presently kept in Sarnath Museum. It was adopted by the
Government of India as the National emblem in the year 1950.

Question: What is the vahana or vehicle of river goddess Ganga?

• Tortoise
• Makara
• Lion
• Peacock
Answer: Makara (crocodile) in Hindu mythology and Indian art has been depicted as half
terrestrial and half aquatic animal and it is the vehicle of sea god Varuna also. The
various sculptures like one from Ahichchhatra and in the Kailash temple of Ellora
showing goddess Ganga standing on the makara are the best specimens of Indian art.
Question: The archaeological site- Nagajunikonda is located on the bank of which river?
• Ganga
• Krishna
• Godavari
• Mahanadi
Answer: Nagajunikonda, is situated on the right bank of river Krishna in Nalagonda
district of Andhra Pradesh. The site is extremely rich in Buddhist and Brahmanical
remains. The site was under the threat of submergence because of the Nagarjunasagar
project and the remains are then dismantled and transplanted to a higher land. It is
unique island site in India

Question: Which river flows behind the Taj Mahal?

• Ganga
• Godavari
• Yamuna
• Tapti
Answer: Taj Mahal can be seen from the banks of river Yamuna and it played a very
important role in the construction of Taj Mahal. The gardens in Taj Mahal are based on
Char Bagh pattern which require huge amount of water and for that an elaborate water
system was laid out to direct water from the river Yamuna to the garden.
Heritage Quiz Questions

Question: Which is the classical dance of Northern India?

• Kathak
• Bharatnatyam
• Odissi
• Bharatnatyam
Answer: Kathak is the classical dance of Northern India and there are three main
gharanas of Kathak at Jaipur, Lucknow, Benaras and Raigarh. The gharanas developed
under the rule of different rulers e.g. Jaipur gharana under the Kachchwaha rulers of
Jaipur, Lucknow under the Nawab of Oudh, Benaras under Jankiprasad and Raigarh
under Maharaja Chakradhar Singh.

Question: Kathakali originates from which Indian state?

• Andhra Pradesh
• Tamil Nadu
• Kerala
• Maharshtra
Answer: Kathakali is a combination of dance and theatre that originates from Kerala and
theme for performance is taken from two epics, Mahabharata, Ramayana and the
Puranas . It is known for its elaborate costume and make up worn by the artists.

Question: By which other name do we know the Sattriya Theatre?

• Ankiya Bhaona
• Kuchipudi
• Garbha
• Kuttiyattam
Answer: Sattriya is a living tradition of dance, music and theatre which is performed in
the Vaishnavite monasteries of eastern India. It was started by Sankradeva and later on
carried forward by his disciples.

Question: Name the ancient theatre originated in Kerala?

• Kuttiyatam
• Sattriya theatre
• Sung theatre
• Cultural theatre
Answer: Kuttiyattam is one of the ancient forms of theatre and the themes on which it is
performed are taken from the Sanskrit plays. It is officially declared by UNESCO as a
Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity

Question: Name the ancient treatise that is a major source for dance, drama and
theatre?
• Silapaddikaran
• Manimekhalai
• Natyashastra
• Ramayana
Answer: Natyashastra primarily deals with the various aspects of dance, drama and
music. It is supposed to have been composed by sage Bharata from 200 BCE-200CE. A
commentary onNatyashastra was written by Abhinavgupta in 11th century CE.

Question: Gwalior gharana is known for which art form?

• Style of dance
• Style of theatre
• Style of music
• All of the above
Answer: Gwalior gharana is one of the oldest schools of North Indian classical music. The
Gwalior gharana gayaki is lucid and simple. The gharana was patronized by the Mughal
emperor Akbar.

Question: With which musical instrument is Pandit Ravi Shankar associated?

• Tabla
• Sitar
• Pakhawaj
• Saxophone
Answer: Pandit Ravi Shankar is known for playing the plucked string instrument sitar. He
is an eminent Indian musician and composer and was awarded the Bharat Ratna, in
1999.

Question: In which classical dance form silk sari is used for making costume?
• Kathak
• Garbha
• Bharatnatyam
• Sattriya
Answer: In Bharatnatyam is the classical dance of Tamil Nadu. The dancers adorn
themselves with saris made of silk having gold zari embroidery designs on its border.
Silk was first produced in China and was exported to different parts of the world.

Question: Which of the following is a wind instrument?

• Tabla
• Flute
• Ektara
• Damru
Answer: Flute is a reedless wind instrument made of bamboo or bass. The origin of flute
dates back to prehistoric time. The famous flute player in India is Hariprasad Chaurasia
and he was awarded Padma Bhushan in the year 1992.
Question: Which Indian deity is known as lord of dance?
• Vishnu
• Brahma
• Indra
• Shiva
Answer: Nataraj images of Shiva depict him as lord of dance and the form of dance most
often associated with him is known as Tandava. The best specimens of Nataraja were
made in bronze during the Chola period.

Questions and Answers

 1. 

Which of the following language is used in inscription of Sanchi Stupa?

o A. 

Pali

o B. 

Brahmi

o C. 

Sanskrit

o D. 

None of these
 

 2. 

How many strings are on a Sarod?

o A. 

o B. 

19

o C. 

o D. 

24
  

 3. 

Which of the following pair is incorrect?

o A. 

Amir khusro - Sarod

o B. 

Bhimsen Joshi - Vocal Music

o C. 

Utpal Dutt - Films

o D. 

Shambhu Maharaj - Kathak

 

 4. 

How many natural sites are there in UNSECOS’s world heritage sites in
India?

o A. 

o B. 

22

o C. 

o D. 

15
 

 5. 

Name the ancient theatre originated in Kerala.

o A. 

Koodiyattam theatre

o B. 
 Sattriya theatre

o C. 

Sung theatre

o D. 

Padayani theatre
 

 6. 

Gwalior gharana is known for which art form?

o A. 

Style of dance

o B. 

Style of theatre

o C. 

Style of music

o D. 

All of the above

 

 7. 

Identify the monument to which this painting belongs:-

 o A. 

Badami

o B. 

Ajanta

o C. 

Lepakshi

o D. 

Ellor
 

 8. 

Identify the stone given below and which monument has been constructed
from this stone?

o A. 

Marble, Taj Mahal

o B. 

Redstone, Agra Fort

o C. 

Basalt , Ajanta Caves

o D. 

Khondalite, Sun temple, Konark

 

 9. 
 Identify the monument given below which is located in Karnataka?

o A. 

Golgumbaz

o B. 

Juma Masjid

o C. 

Ibrahim Rauza

o D. 

Jami Masjid
 

 10. 

In which ancient monument do we find the work of Pietra Dura?

o A. 

Mehrangarh Fort

o B. 

Hawa Mahal

o C. 
 Taj Mahal

o D. 

Tughlaqabad Fort
 

 11. 

In which archaeological site do we find the Dhamek and Dharmarajika

stupa?

o A. 

Sanchi

o B. 

Sarnath

o C. 

Satdhara

o D. 

Amravati
 

 12. 
 Under which tree did Queen Mayadevi give birth to Gautam Buddha?

o A. 

Ashoka tree

o B. 

Peepal tree

o C. 

Shala tree

o D. 

Neem tree
 

 13. 

What is the vahana or vehicle of river goddess Ganga?

o A. 

Tortoise

o B. 

Makara

o C. 

Lion

o D. 

Peacock
 

 14. 

Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?

o A. 

Kuchipudi – Madhya Pradesh

o B. 

Kathakali – Kerala

o C. 
 Bharatnatyam – Andhra Pradesh

o D. 

Kathak – Tamil Nadu

 

 15. 

Who had popularized the Indian classical dance abroad?

o A. 

Kelucharan Mohapatra

o B. 

Rukmani Devi

o C. 

Gopi Krishna

o D. 

Uday Shankar
 

 16. 

Which martial art form is shown in this picture?

o A. 

Pari-Khanda

o B. 

Gatka
 o C. 

Kuttu Varisai

o D. 

Thang-ta and Sarit Sarak

 

 17. 

Rouf is a dance of which State of India?

o A. 

Gujarat

o B. 

Kashmir

o C. 

Maharashtra

o D. 

Tamil Nadu
 

 18. 

Dagar brothers are associated with which genre of Hindustani classical

music?

o A. 

Khayal

o B. 

Dhrupad

o C. 

Thumri

o D. 

Tappa
 

 19. 
 A fugue is a type of composition in which a number of different voices or
parts play the same melody at different points in time. Which of these terms
best describes fugal texture?

o A. 

Transposition

o B. 

Homophony

o C. 

Obbligato

o D. 

Imitative Counterpoint
 

 20. 

Which is the Rajasthani dance that is performed by women by carrying

earthen pots on their heads?

o A. 

Raika

o B. 

Tera Tali

o C. 

Panihari

o D. 

Suisini
 

 21. 

Which of these dances are performed on the edge of brass plates ?

o A. 

Bharatnatyam

o B. 
 Kuchipudi

o C. 

Kathakali

o D. 

Manipuri
 

 22. 

Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan is famous vocalist for which form of Classical
Music?

o A. 

Thumri

o B. 

Dhrupad

o C. 

Qawwali

o D. 

Carnatic
 

 23. 

In which state do you find the tradition of Phad paintings?

o A. 

Bihar

o B. 

West Bengal

o C. 

Rajasthan

o D. 

Madhya Pradesh
 
 24. 

Which of the following is an important center of Kalamkari in Andhra

Pradesh?

o A. 

Thanjavur

o B. 

Srikalahasti

o C. 

Kanchipuram

o D. 

Nagarjunikonda
 

 25. 

Which of the following is the style of painting in Bihar?

o A. 

Pattachitra

o B. 

Miniature painting

o C. 

Madhubani painting

o D. 

Mural painting