Art and Culture Practice MCQs for UPSC and SSC Exams

221.

The Ghoomar Dance is primarily associated with which Indian state?

A Gujarat

B Punjab

C Rajasthan

D Kerala

222.

Which dance form has India officially submitted for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status on April 3, 2026?

A Kathakali

B Ghoomar

C Bhangra

D Garba

223.

Which existing UNESCO World Heritage site in Kutch is also a major Harappan site?

A Rani-ki-Vav

B Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park

C Dholavira

D Ahmedabad Historic City

224.

The discovery of this new urban center primarily impacts our understanding of the Indus Valley Civilization's:

A Religious practices and deities.

B Geographical extent and population distribution.

C Decline and eventual disappearance.

D Relationship with Roman Empire.

225.

What unique feature related to environmental adaptation was found at the Kutch Harappan site?

A Extensive use of timber for construction.

B A sophisticated water harvesting system.

C Evidence of large-scale agriculture in marshlands.

D Underground heating systems for dwellings.

226.

The carbon dating of artifacts from the site places the settlement in which period?

A Early Vedic Period (1500-1000 BCE)

B Mature Harappan Phase (2600-1900 BCE)

C Later Harappan Phase (1900-1300 BCE)

D Mauryan Period (322-185 BCE)

227.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a key finding at the newly discovered Harappan site?

A Sophisticated pottery

B Seals with undeciphered script

C Evidence of advanced metallurgy

D Iron tools and weapons

228.

The newly discovered Harappan-era urban settlement is located in which district of Gujarat?

A Ahmedabad

B Kutch

C Surat

D Vadodara

229.

The 'Bharat Kala Sangam' is described as a global hub for:

A Modern technological innovations only.

B Indology and cultural studies.

C International trade and commerce.

D Sports and athletic training.

230.

What is a significant impact expected from the inauguration of 'Bharat Kala Sangam'?

A A decrease in international cultural exchange programs.

B A decline in domestic cultural tourism.

C Enhancement of public understanding of India's past and fostering national pride.

D The closure of all private art galleries in the country.

Art & Culture MCQs