Every question from this NCERT chapter, with a detailed explanation.
Consider the following statements regarding the Dhanesar Khera bronze Buddha: 1. It belongs to the state of Uttar Pradesh. 2. The drapery is transparent and clings to the body without any folds. 3. It exemplifies the Sarnath style of foldless drapery. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the Chola bronze Nataraja, consider the following statements: 1. The upper right hand holds the damaru. 2. The upper left hand holds the damaru. 3. The main right hand is in abhaya hasta. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Chaturanana Vishnu images: 1. They have four heads. 2. The additional faces represent Brahma and Shiva. 3. This iconographic form is also found in the art of Kashmir. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Adinath bronze image from Chausa? 1. It features short curly hair similar to other Tirthankaras. 2. It is depicted with long hairlocks dropping to the shoulders. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the Nataraja bronze, consider the following statements: 1. The upper right hand holds the damaru, symbolizing the beat of time. 2. The upper left hand holds a trident. 3. The main left hand is held in abhaya mudra. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the Akota hoard, consider the following statements: 1. It was found near Vadodara. 2. The hoard consists exclusively of Buddhist images. 3. Chakreshvari is depicted as the Shasanadevi of Adinath. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the bronze image of Tara from the Pala school: 1. She is depicted seated on a throne. 2. The figure is devoid of any floral motifs. 3. Her right hand is in the varada mudra. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the history of bronze sculpture in India, consider the following statements: 1. The ‘Dancing Girl’ sculpture dates to the Mauryan period. 2. The ‘lost-wax’ process was known to Indian sculptors as early as the Indus Valley Culture. 3. Bronze casting was exclusively used for creating ritual icons and was never utilised for daily use articles like utensils. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the bronze hoard discovered at Daimabad: 1. It is dated to approximately 1500 BCE. 2. The chariot driver is depicted with realistic, short proportions. 3. The bulls in the forefront of the chariot are modelled in simplified tubular forms similar to the Mohenjodaro Dancing Girl. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Jain bronzes found at Chausa, Bihar: 1. These bronzes belong to the Gupta period. 2. They demonstrate the sculptor's mastery over modelling masculine human physique and simplified muscles. 3. Most Tirthankaras are depicted with short curly hair, except for Adinath. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the Akota bronze hoard, consider the following statements: 1. It was found on the outskirts of Baroda and dates between the 5th and 7th centuries CE. 2. These bronzes are devoid of any inlay work. 3. Stylistically, these bronzes were influenced solely by the Mathura school of art. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Vakataka bronze images of the Buddha from Phophnar, Maharashtra: 1. They are contemporary with the Gupta period bronzes. 2. They are completely distinct and show no influence from the Amaravati style. 3. The right hand in abhaya mudra is held free from the drapery. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the Jain bronze tradition, which Shasanadevi is associated with the Tirthankara Neminath?
The bronze image of the Buddha discovered at Sultanganj is a classic example of which artistic style?
In the context of traditional bronze casting, the tools known as "pichki" or "pharni" are used for:
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Chausa | 1. Maharashtra (Daimabad) B. Akota | 2. Gujarat C. Daimabad | 3. Maharashtra (Phophnar) D. Phophnar | 4. Bihar
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Foldless drapery | 1. Adinath Iconography B. Drooping down curves in drapery | 2. Sarnath Style C. Long hairlocks on shoulders | 3. Indus Valley D. Tubular form limbs | 4. Mathura Style
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Dancing Girl | 1. Mohenjodaro B. Chariot | 2. Chausa C. Tirthankara with long hair | 3. Sultanganj D. Standing Buddha (Foldless drapery) | 4. Daimabad
Consider the following statements regarding the Pala School of bronze casting: 1. The Pala school of bronze casting emerged only in the 12th century. 2. Sculptors at Kurkihar revived the classical style of the Gupta period. 3. The school produced images of female deities like Tara. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the iconography of Nataraja in Chola bronzes: 1. The figure is shown standing on a lotus pedestal without any demon. 2. Shiva is shown balancing himself on his right leg. 3. The upper left hand holds the damaru to keep the beat tala. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A notable Pallava bronze icon of Shiva seated in ardhaparyanka asana depicts the right hand in which gesture?
The celebrated bronze portrait sculpture of Krishnadevaraya with his queens is located at:
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Nataraja | 1. Long hairlocks B. Ganesh (Kashmir) | 2. Graceful tribhanga posture C. Avalokitesvara | 3. Jvala mala (garland of flames) D. Adinath | 4. Distinct style of 7th Century
Consider the following statements regarding the Kalyanasundara murti from the Thanjavur region: 1. It dates to the 9th century. 2. It represents the Panigrahana using a single unified image of Shiva and Parvati. 3. Parvati is depicted with a bashful expression taking a step forward. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the Vijayanagar Period bronzes, consider the following statements: 1. The sculptors of this period strictly avoided creating portrait statues of royals. 2. The portrait statues of Krishnadevaraya and his queens are depicted in prayer mudra. 3. The physical bodies in these sculptures are modelled to appear imposing yet graceful. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the bronze casting technique in Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir: 1. The Mahishasuramardini images from this region are static and lack movement. 2. It produced images of both Buddhist and Hindu deities. 3. The style is identical to the Pala school of Bengal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The "Chaturanana" Vishnu images, popular in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, are also referred to as:
In the traditional lost-wax process, the wax model is typically covered with which material before firing?
Consider the following statements regarding the Nataraja bronze sculpture: 1. The circular frame surrounding the figure represents a garland of flowers. 2. The figure balances on the right leg while the left leg is raised. 3. The hair locks fly on both sides touching the jvala mala. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the Sarnath style of Gupta period Buddha images, the sanghati typically:
Which one of the following metals is NOT typically included in the traditional "Pancha Loh" alloy used for icons?
The Vakataka period bronze images of the Buddha found at Phophnar demonstrate the stylistic influence of:
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Kushana (2nd Century) | 1. Sultanganj Buddha B. Gupta (5th-7th Century) | 2. Chausa Jain Bronzes C. Chola (10th-12th Century) | 3. Nataraja D. Vijayanagar (16th Century) | 4. Portrait Sculpture
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Cire-perdu | 1. Three-bend posture B. Sanghati | 2. Ceremony of marriage C. Tribhanga | 3. Monk's robe D. Panigrahana | 4. Lost-wax process
Consider the following statements regarding the patronage of Chola bronzes: 1. Sembiyan Maha Devi is known for destroying temples rather than patronising art. 2. She was a widowed Chola queen. 3. Chola bronzes are considered collectors' items worldwide. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the Vaikuntha Vishnu iconography, the central face of the deity represents:
The "Kalyanasundara" iconography in Indian art depicts which mythological event?
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Dancing Girl | 1. Drapery clings to right side B. Daimabad Chariot | 2. Elongated human rider C. Sultanganj Buddha | 3. Simplified tubular limbs D. Phophnar Buddha | 4. Monumental bronze figure
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Jain Tirthankaras | 1. Gujarat and Rajasthan B. Vaikuntha Vishnu | 2. Bihar and Bengal (Pala) C. Tara | 3. Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh D. Nataraja | 4. Tamil Nadu (Chola)
In the context of Buddhist iconography, the term "Sanghati" refers to:
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Mathura Style | 1. Drapery clings to right side, curvilinear turn at ankles B. Sarnath Style | 2. Series of drooping down curves C. Phophnar (Vakataka) | 3. Foldless drapery D. Kushana Style | 4. Simplified muscles, less refined than Gupta
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Sembiyan Maha Devi | 1. Shasanadevi of Neminath B. Krishnadevaraya | 2. Widowed Chola Queen, Patron C. Adinath | 3. Vijayanagar King, Portrait Statue D. Ambika | 4. Jain Tirthankara, Long Hair
With reference to the Daimabad bronze hoard, consider the following statements: 1. It was discovered in the state of Rajasthan. 2. It contains a sculpture of a chariot with wheels in simple circular shapes. 3. The driver of the chariot is modelled with elongated proportions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Akota bronzes: 1. They represent Jain Tirthankaras like Mahavira, Parshvanath, or Adinath. 2. They show no influence from the Gupta or Vakataka periods. 3. They were carved out of stone and not cast in metal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the Pala school bronzes, consider the following statements: 1. They were created during the rule of the Pala Dynasty in Bihar and Bengal. 2. The male figures are rigidly upright and never shown in tribhanga. 3. The school is noted for its images of female deities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Vijayanagar portrait sculptures: 1. These sculptures date back to the 10th century. 2. They combine facial likeness with elements of idealisation. 3. The standing king and queens are depicted in prayer mudra. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The Apasmara in the Nataraja sculpture represents: 1. The vehicle of Shiva. 2. The demon of ignorance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The technique of "lost-wax" casting is technically referred to by which French term?
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Pallava Shiva | 1. Abhaya Mudra (Right Hand) B. Nataraja (Main Right Hand) | 2. Achamana Mudra C. Krishnadevaraya | 3. Abhaya Hasta D. Pala Tara | 4. Namaskara Mudra
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I | List II A. Himachal Pradesh | 1. Dynamic Mahishasuramardini images B. Thanjavur | 2. Revival of Gupta classical style C. Nalanda | 3. Life-size portrait statues D. Tirupati | 4. Wide range of Shiva iconography
The bronze image of the Buddha from Dhanesar Khera is a significant find from which state?
In Jain iconography, the Shasanadevi associated with the first Tirthankara, Adinath, is:
In Vajrayana Buddhist iconography, which goddess is typically depicted holding a lotus stalk and displaying the abhaya mudra?
A characteristic Pallava bronze icon depicts Shiva seated in which posture?
In the iconography of Shiva Vrishabhavahana, the gesture suggesting the act of drinking poison is known as:
In the Nataraja iconography, the damaru is held in which hand of the deity?