PTS 2024 - Test Code: 111163 - : General Studies Paper I
PTS 2024 - Test Code: 111163 - : General Studies Paper I
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GENERAL STUDIES
Paper – I
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Q.1) Consider the following statements about How many of the statements given above are
Brahmagupta, a renowned mathematician and correct?
astronomer: a) Only one
1. He wrote a book called Ganit Sara Sangraha. b) Only two
2. He dealt with positive and negative numbers c) Only three
by referring to them as fortune and debt d) All four
respectively.
3. He developed a formula to find the area of a Q.5) This inscription is the Ashoka’s only rock
cyclic quadrilateral. edict located in North India. It is written in the
How many of the statements given above are Prakrit language using the Brahmi script. It
correct? conveys Ashoka's commitment to the teachings
a) Only One of Buddhism and his promotion of moral and
b) Only Two ethical principles. It emphasises on principles
c) All Three such as non-violence (ahimsa), and the
d) None propagation of dharma (righteousness).
Which of the following inscriptions is described
Q.2) Consider the following statements about in this passage?
Sanskrit dramas: a) Kalsi inscription
1. Sariputraprakarana was written by b) Maski Inscription
Amarsimha. c) Jaugada inscription
2. Vikramorvasiyam was written by Kalidasa. d) Erragudi inscription
3. Mrichakatika was written by Shudraka.
How many of the statements given above are Q.6) Consider the following statement
correct? regarding Ankia Naat:
a) Only one 1. It was started by bhakti saint Adi
b) Only two Shankracharya.
c) All three 2. Khol and cymbals are the main musical
d) None instruments used in this play.
3. The theatre depicts incidents from the life
Q.3) With reference to Rummindei Pillar Edicts of Krishna.
of Ashoka, consider the following statements: 4. The use of a mask is the unique feature of
1. It is located in modern day Nepal. this theatre.
2. It mentions the famine relief efforts of the How many of the statements given above are
Mauryan empire. correct?
3. It is primarily written in the Kharosthi a) Only two
script. b) Only three
How many of the statements given above are c) All four
correct? d) None
a) Only one
b) Only two Q.7) With respect to the Mehrauli Iron Pillar,
c) All three consider the following statements:
d) None 1. It is situated in the courtyard of Quwwat-ul-
Islam Mosque.
Q.4) With reference to the Nagara School of 2. This Iron Pillar is a great example of
Temple Architecture, consider the followings craftsmanship of metal workers of the Gupta
statements: period.
1. The complete absence of Mandapas in front 3. It was transported to its present location by
of principal shrines. the Mughals.
2. The presence of Vimanas above principal How many statements given above are correct?
shrines as well as subsidiary shrines a) Only one
3. The typical absence of elaborate boundary b) Only two
walls surrounding the temple. c) All three
4. The presence of a water reservoir within the d) None
temple premises.
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Q.16) With reference to Pashupati Seal of Indus Q.19) Consider the following regarding the
Valley civilisation, consider the following Apabhramsa school of painting:
statements: 1. These paintings were made both on palm
1. Depiction of a deity seated in a yogic leaves and papers.
posture with a three horned headgear. 2. It traces its origin to the region of Bengal
2. Depiction of various animals including and Assam.
Cows. 3. The proponents of Vaishnava school used
3. Depiction of a hunting scene with human and patronised these paintings.
figures chasing animals. 4. This school of painting was famous for its
4. Depiction of maritime scenes showing boats depiction of life stories of Jain tirthankaras.
and ships. How many of the above are the features of the
How many of the above are features of the Apabhramsa school of painting?
Pashupati Seal? a) Only one
a) Only one b) Only two
b) Only two c) Only three
c) Only three d) All four
d) All four
Q.20) The main theme of this painting comes
Q.17) With reference to the distinction between from Buddhism, and it was traditionally made
the Mathura and Gandhara school of sculpture, by Buddhist monks. It is made on the base of
consider the following statements: cotton canvas with paints made from natural
1. While the Mathura school originated locally, sources. The colours used in this painting
the Gandhara school exhibited Greek represent different emotions of humans. Which
influence. of the following paintings best reflects this?
2. While Gandhara school favoured white a) Kalamkari painting
marbles, the Mathura school favoured red b) Thangkas painting
sandstone for crafting sculptures. c) Warli painting
3. Unlike the Mathura school, Gandhara school d) Pithora painting
drew substantial inspiration from
Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. Q.21) Consider the following statements:
How many of the statements given above are 1. Soft soapstone was the main building
correct? material.
a) Only one 2. Shrines are laid in the shape of a star.
b) Only two 3. Roofs of the temples were never sloping or
c) All three slanting.
d) None 4. Temples were built on a highly raised
platform.
Q.18) Consider the following Which of the above are the features of the
architectures/monuments: Hoysala temple architecture?
1. Qila-i-Kuhna Mosque a) 1, 2 and 3 only
2. Rohtas Fort b) 1, 2 and 4 only
3. Malik Mughith's Mosque c) 3 and 4 only
4. Hiran Minar d) 2 and 4 only
5. Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
How many of the above architecture were built
during the reign of Sher Shah Suri?
a) Only two
b) Only three
c) Only four
d) All five
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Q.22) With reference to the art and Q.25) With reference to the art and
archaeological history of India, consider the archaeological history of India, the
following pairs: construction of which of the following began
Caves Known for the earliest?
1. Ajanta The Maha Parinirvana a) Sultanganj Buddha statue
sculpture of Buddha b) Pandav-Leni caves at Nashik
2. Elephanta The sculpture of Trimurti c) Ravana shaking Mount Kailash at Ellora caves
3. Badami The mural paintings of Jain d) Boar incarnation at Udayagiri caves
tirthankara
4. Barabar The Hathigumpha Q.26) With reference to Pottery work in ancient
Inscriptions of King India, consider the following statements:
Kharavela 1. Earliest evidence of pottery in India was
How many pairs above are correctly matched? found from the Chalcolithic period.
a) Only one pair 2. Painted Grey Ware pottery is associated
b) Only two pairs with the Vedic period.
c) Only three pairs 3. Northern Black Polished Ware is linked with
d) All four pairs beginning of second urbanization in India.
How many of the statements given above are
Q.23) With reference to the Yaksha/Yakshini correct?
sculptures, consider the following statements: a) Only one
1. Yaksha and Yakshini statues can be found b) Only two
only in the sitting position. c) All three
2. The Yaksha/Yakshini sculpture of Mauryan d) None
period had round face and shiny surface.
3. The Yaksha/Yakshini sculpture were Q.27) With reference to the painting traditions
related to Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. of India, consider the following pairs:
4. The Didarganj Yakshini belongs to the Paintings Features/Surface
period of Gautama Buddha. used
How many of the statements given above are 1. Madhubani painting Made on Paper
correct? 2. Pattachitra painting Made on Cloth
a) Only one 3. Patua painting Made on Scroll
b) Only two How many pairs above are correctly matched?
c) Only three a) Only one pair
d) All four b) Only two pairs
c) All three pairs
Q.24) With reference to craft traditions of India, d) None of the pairs
consider the following pairs:
Types of pottery : Region Q.28) With reference to the cultural history of
1. Khurja pottery : Gujarat India, the terms Sandhara, Nirandhara and
2. Longpi pottery : Manipur Sarvatobhadra refers to:
3. Khavda pottery : Uttar Pradesh a) Sects of Buddhism
4. Dal Gate pottery : Jammu and Kashmir b) Type of shrines in temples
How many pairs given above are correctly c) The religious ceremonies hosted by king
matched? d) Songs composed by Bhakti poets
a) Only one pair
b) Only two pairs
c) Only three pairs
d) All the four pairs
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Q.29) The paintings and inscriptions of this cave Q.32) This mudra refers to achieving supreme
depict a love story. The paintings here were enlightenment by connecting with divine
created before the Ajanta and Bagh Caves and universal energy. In this mudra, both hands are
belong to Pre-Buddha era caves. Here a distinct brought together at the heart, with the index
red outline is used and other colours like white, fingers touching and extending upward, while
yellow and black are also used in the paintings. the rest of the fingers intertwine.
Which of the following cave paintings is Which of the following mudras is described in
discussed above? this passage?
a) Jogimara Cave Paintings a) Dharmachakra Mudra
b) Armamalai Cave Paintings b) Karana Mudra
c) Ravan Chhaya Rock Shelter Paintings c) Uttarabodhi Mudra
d) Bagh Cave Paintings d) Vitarka Mudra
Q.30) Consider the following statements: Q.33) With reference to the theatre traditions
Statement-I: Mughal paintings reached its of India, consider the following statements
zenith during the period of Jahangir. regarding the Kuruvanji:
Statement-II: Jahangir’s love for nature and 1. It is performed widely in the state of Kerala.
painting prompted detailed, realistic Mughal 2. It integrates three modes of artistic
artworks featuring plants, animals, and expression namely prose, poetry and
landscapes. theatre.
Which one of the following is correct in respect 3. The central theme involves a woman named
of the above statements? 'Vasanthavalli' who develops affection for
a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are Lord Shiva.
correct, and Statement II is the correct How many of the statements given above are
explanation for Statement-I. correct?
b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are a) Only one
correct, and Statement II is not the correct b) Only two
explanation for Statement-I. c) All three
c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement II is d) None
incorrect.
d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement II is Q.34) With respect to Geographical Indication
correct. (GI) tags in India, consider the following
statements:
Q.31) Consider the following options related to 1. Geographical Indications of Goods
features of Basholi School of paintings: (Registration and Protection) Act came into
1. This is a distinct style of miniature painting force in 2004.
having expressive faces. 2. Darjeeling tea became the first GI tagged
2. It used the Mughal technique of painting on product in India.
clothing. 3. A GI is registered for an initial period of
3. These paintings use primary colours like fifteen years, which may be renewed from
red, yellow, and green. time to time.
4. The religious and mythological subjects as 4. The registration of a GI is non-transferable
well as scenes from court life and everyday under any circumstances.
life are the main theme of this painting. How many of the statements given above are
How many of the statements given above are correct?
correct? a) Only one
a) Only one b) Only two
b) Only two c) Only three
c) Only three d) All four
d) All four
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Q.42) Which alcoholic beverage was the first in 2. It offers financial support to institutions
India to be awarded a Geographical Indication engaged in training in the fields of music,
(GI) tag, brewed from coconut or cashew fruits dance and drama.
and deeply associated with Goan culture? 3. It grants an award known as ‘Ustad Bismillah
a) Chaang Khan Yuva Puraskar’ in the fields of music,
b) Lugdi dance and drama.
c) Feni How many of the statements given above are
d) Apong correct?
a) Only one
Q.43) In the context of cultural history of India, b) Only two
which of the following best describes the term c) All three
“Yavanika”? d) None
a) Bronze sculptures developed by the early
cholas. Q.47) It is a ritualistic dance form of Kerala. It is
b) A type of curtain used in the Indian theatres. performed to honour the spirit of the ancestors
c) Coins specially minted for religious affairs and gods. The actors wear crowned masks and
and donations. colourful costumes. The form is-
d) A type of pottery used to strain liquor. a) Theyyam
b) Terukkuttu
Q.44) With reference to ‘Kutiyattam’, consider c) Pagati Veshala
the following statements: d) Bayalata
1. The performance involves both male as well
as female members. Q.48) With reference to the Mughal coinage
2. A large copper drum called Mizhavu is the system, consider the following statements:
only musical instrument used in the 1. Both the silver and copper coins of the
performance. Mughals were adopted from Sher Shah’s
3. The performance narrates the story of currency system.
Hindu epic Ramayanam. 2. Ilahi coins had the highest denomination
How many of the statements given above are among all the Mughal gold coins.
correct? 3. Mohur was the most commonly used coin in
a) Only one commercial transactions.
b) Only two Which of the statements given above is/are
c) All three correct?
d) None a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
Q.45) With reference to Indian Puppetry, c) 3 only
consider the following pairs: d) 2 and 3 only
Puppetry States
1. Ravanachhaya : Odisha Q.49) Consider the following GI tag in India:
2. Pavakoothu : Andhra Pradesh GI tags Location
3. Putul Nautch : West Bengal 1. Tandur red gram Andhra Pradesh
How many of the pairs given above are correct? 2. Alibaug white Maharashtra
a) Only one onion
b) Only two 3. Gamocha Assam
c) All three 4. Raktsey Karpo Jammu and
d) None Apricot Kashmir
How many of the above pairs are correctly
Q.46) With reference to the Sangeet Natak matched?
Academy, consider the following statements: a) Only one
1. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of b) Only two
Culture. c) Only three
d) All four
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