Art & Culture MCQs

The walls of Rani ki Vav are adorned with over 600 sculptures and carvings, many of which depict not only gods and goddesses but also scenes from everyday life, flora, and fauna, showcasing a rich cultural tapestry.

Rani ki Vav, an iconic stepwell in Patan, Gujarat, was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, not 2016. NEEDS_REVIEW

The UNESCO World Heritage Centre reviews conservation efforts for its designated sites. Rani ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gujarat, was the subject of a recent progress review.

The Geographical Indications Registry, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, is responsible for granting GI tags.

A GI tag is awarded to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin. For Kashi Zardozi, it protects its unique origin in Kashi and the traditional methods of embroidery.

Kashi Zardozi, a traditional embroidery craft from Varanasi (Kashi), has been granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, acknowledging its distinct artistic heritage and techniques.

The Virupaksha Temple is one of the oldest functioning temples in India and is dedicated to Lord Shiva (Virupaksha).

The Tungabhadra River flows through the ruins of Hampi and was a vital source of water for the Vijayanagara Empire.

Hampi, the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, is located in the Vijayanagara district of Karnataka.

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), under the Ministry of Culture, is the premier organization for the archaeological researches and protection of the cultural heritage of the nation.