Art and Culture Practice MCQs for UPSC and SSC Exams

251.

Which organization is responsible for maintaining the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?

A International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)

B United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

C International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM)

D World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

252.

What does the circular motion in Garba dance often symbolize?

A Victory over enemies

B Fertility, prosperity, and the cycle of life

C The changing seasons

D The journey of the soul

253.

Garba is a folk dance form primarily celebrated during which festival in Gujarat?

A Diwali

B Holi

C Navratri

D Ganesh Chaturthi

254.

The skill development programs for Thanjavur painting aim to:

A Replace traditional techniques with modern methods

B Ensure the continuity of traditional techniques by training younger generations

C Focus solely on the business aspects of art

D Promote abstract interpretations of the art form

255.

Which state government is actively involved in the revival efforts for Thanjavur painting?

A Kerala

B Karnataka

C Andhra Pradesh

D Tamil Nadu

256.

The primary objective of strengthening the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Thanjavur paintings is to:

A Increase the export of raw materials

B Protect against imitations and ensure authenticity

C Promote mass production of replicas

D Reduce the cost of training programs

257.

What precious material is commonly incorporated into Thanjavur paintings to enhance their richness and decoration?

A Silver foil

B Platinum leaf

C Gold foil

D Copper plating

258.

Thanjavur painting is a classical art form that originated in which Indian town?

A Madurai

B Chennai

C Thanjavur

D Coimbatore

259.

The use of blockchain technology in 'Project Sanrakshan' primarily aims to ensure:

A Faster digitization speed

B Enhanced readability of faded texts

C Authenticity and integrity of digital copies

D Cost-effective storage solutions

260.

The primary goal of 'Project Sanrakshan' is to:

A Translate all ancient manuscripts into English

B Digitally preserve ancient Indian manuscripts for future generations

C Create a physical museum for all manuscripts

D Promote the study of ancient calligraphy

Art & Culture MCQs