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2591.
The acquisition was funded by the 'National Heritage Memorial Fund' and a donation from which group?
A The Royal Society
B The Friends of the British Museum
C The National Trust
D The Art Fund
2592.
The content of the 'Kalpa Sutra' focuses on the lives of Jain Tirthankaras and what other aspect?
A Astrology
B Rules for ascetics
C Temple architecture
D Meditation techniques
2593.
The miniature paintings in the manuscript are noted for their use of gold and what other type of pigments?
A Earth tones
B Pastel colors
C Jewel-toned pigments
D Monochromatic shades
2594.
The manuscript is distinguished by its vibrant miniature paintings and what other feature?
A Woodblock prints
B Engravings
C Calligraphy
D Mosaic work
2595.
What is the title of the acquired manuscript?
A Yoga Sutras
B Bhagavad Gita
C Kalpa Sutra
D Ramayana
2596.
The manuscript is dated to which century?
A 12th century
B 13th century
C 14th century
D 15th century
2597.
The acquired manuscript is believed to be a religious text from which tradition?
A Hinduism
B Buddhism
C Jainism
D Sikhism
2598.
Which museum announced the acquisition of a rare illuminated manuscript from medieval India on March 1st, 2026?
A The Victoria and Albert Museum
B The British Museum
C The National Museum, New Delhi
D The Metropolitan Museum of Art
2599.
This project represents a significant achievement in art conservation and promises to transform the visitor experience of one of the world's most revered artistic treasures, located in:
A Florence, Italy
B Rome, Italy
C Vatican City
D Milan, Italy
2600.
The project aims to allow visitors to experience the ceiling as Michelangelo intended, with richer hues and finer details in figures like Adam, Eve, and the:
A Apostles and Saints
B Prophets and Sibyls
C Mythological figures
D Biblical patriarchs