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Q272025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which of the following pairs of temple style & region are correctly matched? 1. Vesara - Deccan 2. Rekha-Deul - Odisha 3. Bhumija - Malwa 4. Kalinga - Tamil Nadu
1. A.1 & 2 only
2. B.1, 2 & 3 are correct
3. C.2 & 4 only
4. D.Only 1
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Answer: B
Q292025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which of the following is a folk song form of Jharkhand that reflects the lived experiences, social unity, and often accompanies dance and drama performances?
1. A.Lavani
2. B.Domkach
3. C.Bhavai
4. D.Baul
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Answer: B
Q312025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Who among the following Chola emperors constructed the grand temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram?
1. A.Rajaraja Chola I
2. B.Rajendra Chola I
3. C.Rajadhiraja Chola I
4. D.Kulothunga Chola I
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Answer: B
Q492025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Match the dance with its core tribe/community. Dance Tribe/Community 1. Kalbelia A. Nomadic snake-charmers of Rajasthan 2. Panthi B. Satnami (Chhattisgarh) 3. Dangi Nritya C. Dang district Bhil-origin tribes 4. Paika D. Khandayat warrior caste of Odisha
1. A.1-A 2-B 3-C 4-D
2. B.1-B 2-A 3-D 4-C
3. C.1-C 2-B 3-A 4-D
4. D.1-A 2-C 3-B 4-D
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Answer: A
Q312025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
The term 'svaravalis' refers to what in the context of Indian classical music?
1. A.A specific type of raga
2. B.A melody composed using the seven notes of the scale
3. C.Ornamentation and embellishment of a raga
4. D.A rhythmic cycle used in carnatic music
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Answer: B
Q342025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
During the Solung festival celebrated by the Adi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, which traditional drink is shared to promote social bonding?
1. A.Soma
2. B.Apong
3. C.Thukpa
4. D.Chhang
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Answer: B
Q262025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
The festival of Bhagoria begins seven days before which Hindu festival?
1. A.Diwali
2. B.Holika Dahan
3. C.Navratri
4. D.Makar Sankranti
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Answer: B
Q412025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Vilasini Natyam, once performed in temples and courts, is a classical dance form revived in which Indian state?
1. A.Tamil Nadu
2. B.Karnataka
3. C.Andhra Pradesh
4. D.Kerala
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Answer: C
Q482025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Match the dominant folk dance with the song-theme: Folk dance — Song-theme 1. Panthi — A. Devotional hymns to Guru Ghasidas (Hari-Gaitri) 2. Gotipua — B. Krishna-Jagannath leela narratives 3. Kalbelia — C. Sensuous serpent metaphors 4. Tippani — D. Work-song pounding couplets (saathiyo re)
1. A.1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D
2. B.1-B, 2-A, 3-D, 4-C
3. C.1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-D
4. D.1-A, 2-C, 3-B, 4-D
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Answer: A
Q292025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which of the following best describes Achal and Chal swaras in Indian classical music?
1. A.All swaras have fixed pitch in both systems
2. B.Sa and Pa are fixed; others have variants like Komal or Teevra
3. C.Komal and Teevra swaras are used only in Carnatic music
4. D.Ga and Ni are always sung in Shuddha form in all styles
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Answer: B
Q272025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Fill in the blank: The hornbill bird, after which the festival is named, symbolizes boldness and _______ in Naga folklore.
1. A.wisdom
2. B.prosperity
3. C.grandeur
4. D.peace
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Answer: C
Q282025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched in accordance with Gupta's administration (Officer–Stated Role)?
1. A.Dhruvadhibaranika – Treasurer
2. B.Bhandagaradhikrita – Chief of Police
3. C.Talavataks – Village Accountant
4. D.Utkhetayita – Land-Survey Officer
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Answer: C
Q292025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Which classical musical treatise, composed in the 13th century CE by Sharangadeva in Maharashtra, is considered a foundational text in Indian musicology?
1. A.Natya Shastra
2. B.Sangeet Sudha
3. C.Sangeet Ratnakara
4. D.Abhinaya Darpana
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Answer: C
Q412025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Fill in the Blank: Tippani dance uses _______ tools to pound the floor.
1. A.Metal rods
2. B.Wooden sticks
3. C.Bamboo poles
4. D.Stones
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Answer: B
Q482025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
What makes Chhau a syncretic Indian dance form?
1. A.It uses Sanskrit-only chants in temple rituals
2. B.It merges tribal, folk, and classical Hindu elements
3. C.It evolved purely from Vaishnav temple dance
4. D.It prohibits all forms of theatrical expression
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Answer: B
Q272025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Fill in the blank: The Tusu festival is primarily celebrated in the tribal belt of Jharkhand, especially around the area between _____, Tamar, and Raidih.
1. A.Dumka
2. B.Bundu
3. C.Daltonganj
4. D.Chaibasa
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Answer: B
Q282025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Who is credited with developing the modern notation system for Hindustani classical music and documenting compositions in the Kramik Pustak Maalika?
1. A.Ustad Allauddin Khan of Maihar Gharana
2. B.Pandit Vishnu Digambar Paluskar of Gwalior
3. C.Pandit Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande of Bombay
4. D.Saint Tyagaraja of Carnatic Tradition
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Answer: C
Q482025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Match the dance with its prime social/religious context: Dance Social/religious context 1. Rauf A. Eid & spring-wedding festivities 2. Karma B. Bhadra Ekadashi agrarian ritual 3. Tamasha C. Night-long folk-theatre in Shimga season 4. Jhumar D. Post-monsoon tea-garden recreations
1. A.1-A 2-B 3-C 4-D
2. B.1-A 2-C 3-B 4-D
3. C.1-B 2-A 3-C 4-D
4. D.1-A 2-B 3-D 4-C
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Answer: A
Q302025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Which of the following pairs of Kashmiri music and its description is correctly matched?
1. A.Chakri – Classical form using Santoor and Hafiz Nagma
2. B.Sufiana Music – Folk style sung with Garaha and Rabab
3. C.Hafiz Nagma – Dance based on musical notes of Sufiana music
4. D.Rouf – Instrumental duet performed with Santoor and Sitar
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Answer: C
Q262025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
How many pairs of decorative wheels are found on the Konark Sun Temple chariot?
1. A.10 pairs
2. B.11 pairs
3. C.12 pairs
4. D.13 pairs
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Answer: C
Q292025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Which of the following best reflects Kerala's musical instrument heritage?
1. A.Ravana-Hatta originated in Kerala and spread northward.
2. B.Kerala's music uses only wind instruments like Turi and Kombu.
3. C.Kerala's instruments are recent and mostly Western-influenced.
4. D.Drums like Timila and Maddalam are mentioned in Silappadikaram and still used today.
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Answer: D
Q362025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Who was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2025 for empowering women by teaching traditional Bengali folk percussion?
1. A.Gokul Chandra Das
2. B.Farooq Ahmad Mir
3. C.Shyam Bihari Agrawal
4. D.Sheen Kaaf Nizam
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Answer: A
Q442025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Consider the statements about Jhora: 1. It is danced in Kumaon by mixed circles of men and women during spring fairs. 2. The dance is accompanied primarily by the Hurka drum. Which is/are correct?
1. A.Only 1 correct
2. B.Only 2 correct
3. C.Both 1 & 2 correct
4. D.Neither 1 nor 2 correct
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Answer: C
Q262025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
What do the carved wheels on the Konark Sun Temple represent?
1. A.Planets
2. B.Time divisions
3. C.Festivals
4. D.Weapons
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Answer: B
Q272025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
What is the name of the festival celebrated simultaneously by unmarried tribal girls during the Karam celebrations in Jharkhand and eastern India?
1. A.Jawa
2. B.Sohrai
3. C.Karma
4. D.Madai
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Answer: A