14000+ MCQs Modern History (Art, Culture and Cultural Traditions)
Total Questions:- 50
Time:- 30 Minutes
MCQ Pattern
Date:- 26/07/2026
1. The construction of Victoria Memorial hall of Calcutta was completed in the reign of which Viceroy, in 1921?
2. Consider the following statements.
I. Indian Classical Theatre was completely indigenous without any foreign impacts. (Incorrect, some foreign influence like the curtain (Yavanika) is noted) II. The most ancient classical Sanskrit play is Sariputra Parakram written by Asvaghosa. (Correct) Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
3. Who demonstrated the Bahurupiya art of Rajasthan in the world?
4. Consider the following statements:
I. The rock-cut caves of Ajanta were built between the 2nd century BC and the 6th century AD. II. The paintings that adorn the walls and ceilings of the caves depict incidents from the life of Lord Buddha and various Buddhist divinities. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
5. The first feature film (talkie) to be produced in India was
6. Which one of the following films was not directed by Satyajit Ray?
7. With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements.
I. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India. II. The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya. III. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
8. Consider the following statements.
I. The Mathura school of art produced a variety of sculpture and other pieces of art for the followers of Buddhist, Jaina and Brahmanical faith. II. The symbolism and iconographic forms of Mathura Art was later adopted in the Gupta School. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
9. With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements.
I. Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama.
II. It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam.
III. It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
10. Which among the following is the best temple of Vijayanagar Art?
11. The fountain head of all inspiration in regard to Kathakali is
12. Following fairs and festivals are organised by the Rajasthan Tourism Department.
I. Maru Festival, Jaisalmer II. Elephant Festival, Jaipur III. Camel Festival, Bikaner IV. Summer Festival, Mount Abu Their chronology as per the calender year is
13. Which of the following festival is celebrated by Lepcha tribe of Sikkim to pay homage to mountain Kanchenjunga?
14. Indus script style is known by the name
15. Which is the Holy book of Persians (Zoroastrians)?
16. Match List I (Festival) with List II (State).
| List I (Festival) | List II (State) |
| A. Ugadi | 1. West Bengal |
| B. Nababarsha | 2. Gujarat |
| C. Bhadra Purnima | 3. Maharashtra |
| D. Gudi Padwa | 4. Andhra Pradesh |
17. The art of molding terracotta objects was prevalent during the time of
18. Consider the following statements regarding Bharhut Stupa.
I. This Stupa was located 21 kilometers South of Satna in Madhya Pradesh. II. There are railing, representation of Buddhist themes like Jataka stories in combination with various natural element. III. The main Stupa structure no longer exists. Which of the statements given above are true?
19. Consider the following statements regarding Pala School of Paintings.
I. The main patrons of this school was Raja Dharmapala and Devpala. II. The main artist of this school were Dhimana and Vitapala. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
20. In which year was the Nahargarh Fort in Jaipur built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II?
21. The classical dance of Andhra Pradesh is
22. The famous phrase ‘Tat tvam asi’ is found in which one of the following Upanishads?
23. Purushasukta is a part of
24. Who among the following is known as ‘Shakespeare of Parsi theatre?
25. Which God, do the people practising Judaism worship?
26. Gopiji Bhatt is related with which folk drama of Rajasthan?
28. Syed Salar Mela is held at
29. What was used normally in the construction of Royal Houses during Mauryan period?
30. Consider the following statements.
I. The UNESCO has inscribed two Indian performing art forms, the Mudiyettu (Kerala) and the Chhau dance (Eastern India), in the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity. II. The list is an biannual list that spotlight performing art forms of outstanding value which are vulnerable. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
31. Which among the following is the largest and tallest surviving temple in Orissa (Odisha)?
32. Which of the following is not related to the Philosophy of Vedanta?
33. Famous Meenakari ‘Theva Kala’ is associated with
34. Match List I (Fair/Mela) with List II (Places) (Mostly in Uttar Pradesh).
| List I (Fair) | List II (Places) |
| A. Kailash Fair | 1. Agra |
| B. Nauchandi Fair | 2. Meerut |
| C. Kalinjar Fair | 3. Banda |
| D. Soron Fair | 4. Etah |
35. Which of the following caves is famous for “Trimurti”?
36. Aihole is called ‘the cradle of Indian temple architecture’. Which among the following dynasty is related to the construction of magnificent temple in Aihole?
37. Consider the following statements about Losar festival.
I. It is a New Year festival of Tibetan Buddhist. II. It is held in the last week of March according to Gregorian calendar. III. It is celebrated as a socio-religious festival in Ladakh. IV. It is also associated with the worship of ‘Phaspun’ God and Goddess. Which of the following statements are true?
38. Which of the following folk theatre traditions has/have been included in the UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list?
I. Ramleela (Uttar Pradesh) II. Ramman Theatre (Garhwal Himalaya) III. Videshiya (Bihar)
39. ‘God knows man’s virtues and not enquires his caste, in the next world there is no caste!’. This was the theory of which Bhakti Saint?
40. Consider the following statements regarding Sanchi Stupas.
I. Sanchi Stupa is located in Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, 14 km from Vidisha. II. It has three Stupas all the gateway around them, but the most famous is the great Stupa which was originally made of brick in Ashoka’s time. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
41. Which is the oldest treatise on the performing arts of India?
42. Chapchar Kut is a festival celebrated in the state of
43. In which of the following book, did Abul Fazal mention about clothes, metalwork, house building, religious activities etc?
44. Who among the following is a famous santoor player?
45. Consider the following statements.
I. Garba is a popular folk dance from the State of Gujarat. II. It is a circular dance performed by women around an Earthenware pot called a Garbo, filled with water. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are true?
46. The place of worship of Jews is known by what name?
47. Which foreign influence is seen in rock cut architecture of India?
48. Which among the following pairs(s) is/are true?
I. Hola Mohalla – Sikhism II. Dev Diwali – Buddhism III. Rajim Kumbh – Jainism Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
49. Which one of the following script is used in Shahbazgarhi rock edicts of Ashoka?
50. The place which is famous for its clay architect (Terracotta work) is
