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131.
Which of the following statements about Pattachitra painting is/are correct? 1. It is a traditional scroll painting from Odisha. 2. It primarily uses synthetic colors for its vibrant appearance. 3. It is deeply associated with the Jagannath cult. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A 1 only
B 1 and 2 only
C 1 and 3 only
D 1, 2 and 3
132.
What is one of the expected impacts of the GI tag on 'Ganjam Pata' artisans?
A Decreased demand due to exclusivity
B Legal protection against unauthorized use and enhanced global visibility
C Shift towards machine-based production
D Reduction in raw material costs
133.
Which district in Odisha is particularly associated with the 'Ganjam Pata' art form?
A Puri
B Cuttack
C Ganjam
D Khordha
134.
What is the primary purpose of a Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
A To provide financial aid to artisans
B To identify goods originating from a specific geographical location with unique qualities
C To promote mass production of traditional crafts
D To standardize art forms across different regions
135.
What type of art form is 'Ganjam Pata'?
A Pottery
B Silk weaving
C Wood carving
D Miniature painting
136.
'Ganjam Pata', which recently received a GI tag, is a traditional art form from which Indian state?
A West Bengal
B Andhra Pradesh
C Odisha
D Karnataka
137.
The artifacts found at the newly discovered site, such as pottery, tools, and seals, indicate that the community existed during which period of the Harappan civilization?
A Early Harappan period
B Mature Harappan period
C Late Harappan period
D Post-Harappan period
138.
Which of the following are well-known Harappan sites previously found in Gujarat?
A 1 and 2 only
B 1, 2 and 3 only
C 3 and 4 only
D 1, 2, 3 and 4
139.
The discovery is expected to provide new insights primarily into which aspect of the Indus Valley Civilization?
A Decline of the civilization
B Post-Harappan period
C Geographical spread and socio-economic structures
D Vedic period influences
140.
Which organization is primarily responsible for the excavation of the new Harappan site mentioned in the news?
A Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
B Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
C National Museum
D Ministry of Culture
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