Art & Culture MCQs

A GI Tag identifies goods as originating from a specific geographical territory, possessing qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. It helps protect the authenticity and traditional methods of production.

Harappan cities, including Lothal, were characterized by sophisticated urban planning, featuring a grid pattern layout of streets and houses, along with advanced drainage systems.

Dholavira, a prominent Harappan city in Gujarat, is renowned for its sophisticated water harvesting system and a large open area believed to be a stadium or ceremonial ground.

Most of the significant Harappan sites in Gujarat, such as Dholavira, Lothal, Rangpur, and the recently unearthed settlements, are primarily located in the Kutch and Saurashtra regions.

A GI tag is awarded to products that originate from a specific geographical location and possess qualities, reputation, or characteristics that are essentially attributable to that place of origin.

Apatani textiles are renowned for their intricate geometric patterns, use of natural dyes derived from plants, and traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations, making them unique.

The Apatani tribe is indigenous to the Ziro Valley in the Lower Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh, and their traditional handloom textiles have been recognized with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), responsible for the preservation of historical monuments in India, carried out the restoration work on the Stone Chariot at Hampi.

The Stone Chariot at Hampi, a masterpiece of the Vijayanagara Empire's architecture, was likely built during the 16th century under the patronage of King Krishnadevaraya.

The Stone Chariot at Hampi is a shrine dedicated to Garuda, the mount of Lord Vishnu. It is one of the most famous monuments in the Vijaya Vittala Temple Complex.