Art & Culture MCQs

Grand exhibitions on Indian textiles primarily aim to highlight and preserve the country's diverse and rich textile heritage, traditional weaving techniques, and intricate craftsmanship.

The National Museum of India is located in New Delhi. It is one of the largest museums in India and is known for its vast collection of artifacts, including textiles.

Ratnagiri, Udayagiri, and Lalitagiri are prominent Buddhist sites in Odisha. Sanchi is a famous Buddhist site, but it is located in Madhya Pradesh, not Odisha.

Preliminary findings suggest the stupa dates back to the Post-Gupta period, possibly around the 7th-8th Century CE, adding to the understanding of Buddhism's spread during that era in Odisha.

Archaeologists have discovered an ancient Buddhist stupa in the Jajpur district of Odisha, which is known for its significant Buddhist sites like Ratnagiri and Udayagiri.

Kutchhi Rogan Art is a traditional craft originating from and practiced in the Kutch region of Gujarat, India. The GI tag recognizes its geographical origin and distinctiveness.

Rogan art involves applying a thick, viscous paint, made from castor oil and natural pigments, onto fabric without the use of a loom or needle. The designs are created by twirling the paint with a stylus.

Rogan art is a traditional craft of Gujarat, specifically practiced in the Kutch region, known for its intricate patterns and vibrant colors applied using a castor oil-based paint.

The Dhokra craft primarily uses non-ferrous metals like brass and bronze to create intricate figurines and decorative items.

The villages of Kadiali and Bangur in Mayurbhanj district are famous centers for Dhokra metal craft in Odisha.