UPSC Prelims 2013 Art & Culture

Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?

In the context of the cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times t...

Consider the following historical places: 1. Ajanta Caves 2. Lepakshi Temple 3. Sanchi Stupa Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?

Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine? 1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance. 2. Every object, even t...

With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school: 1. Sankhya does not accept the t...

Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?

Consider the following pairs : 1. Limboo (Limbu): Sikkim 2. Karbi: Himachal Pradesh 3. Dongaria: Odisha 4. Bonda: Tamil Nadu Which of the above pairs are cor...

Consider the following Bhakti Saints: 1. Dadu Dayal 2. Guru Nanak 3. Tyagaraja Who among the above was/were preaching when the Lodi dynasty fell and Babur to...

With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements: 1. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut ca...