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Art & Culture MCQs - 2026-10-15

1.
The government's efforts to preserve traditional Indian puppetry often face challenges such as declining patronage and the need for skill transmission to younger generations. Which of the following schemes typically addresses the skill transmission aspect by supporting gurus and disciples?
A Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
B Guru Shishya Parampara Scheme
C Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
D Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
2.
Which of the following is NOT a traditional form of Indian puppetry?
A Kathputli (Rajasthan)
B Bommalattam (Tamil Nadu)
C Yakshagana Gombeyata (Karnataka)
D Chhau (Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal)
3.
Which autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is primarily responsible for the promotion and preservation of traditional Indian performing arts, including various forms of puppetry?
A Lalit Kala Akademi
B Sahitya Akademi
C Sangeet Natak Akademi
D National School of Drama
4.
Which of the following materials was predominantly used in the construction of the recently discovered ancient temples of the Hoysala period in Karnataka, allowing for extremely intricate sculptures?
A Granite
B Sandstone
C Soapstone (Chloritic Schist)
D Laterite
5.
The recently discovered ancient temple ruins in Karnataka, known for their intricate carvings and stellate (star-shaped) plan, primarily belong to which dynasty?
A Western Ganga
B Hoysala
C Chalukya
D Rashtrakuta
6.
Recently, in the context of archaeological discoveries in Karnataka, a 13th-century Hoysala temple dedicated to Lord Keshava was unearthed in which district?
A Hassan
B Mysuru
C Ballari
D Shivamogga
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