Ancient Indian Art and Architecture
History ⇒ Ancient Indian History
Ancient Indian Art and Architecture starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the main features of Buddhist stupas.
Describe the significance of the Lion Capital of Ashoka as a national symbol of India.
Discuss the role of patronage in the development of ancient Indian art and architecture.
Explain the importance of the Ajanta and Ellora caves in the context of ancient Indian art and architecture.
Explain the main differences between Nagara and Dravidian styles of temple architecture.
Explain the significance of the Sanchi Stupa in Buddhist art and architecture.
Name the ancient Indian art form that flourished under the Satavahanas and is known for its narrative reliefs.
Name the ancient Indian art form that involves painting on freshly laid lime plaster.
The Gandhara School of art is known for its influence from which culture? (1) Roman (2) Greek (3) Persian (4) Chinese
Which of the following caves is famous for its Hindu sculptures? (1) Ajanta (2) Elephanta (3) Barabar (4) Bhimbetka
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Vesara style of temple architecture? (1) Circular sanctum (2) Combination of Nagara and Dravidian elements (3) Absence of mandapa (4) Use of wood
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Gupta period sculpture? (1) Rigid postures (2) Realistic drapery (3) Absence of ornamentation (4) Use of bronze only
The earliest evidence of mural painting in India is found in the caves of ________.
The Iron Pillar at Mehrauli is famous for its ________ resistance.
The Kailasa temple at Ellora is an example of ________ architecture.
The term 'Garbhagriha' in temple architecture refers to the ________ of the temple.
True or False: The Bhimbetka caves are famous for their prehistoric rock paintings.
True or False: The Meenakshi Temple at Madurai is an example of Nagara style architecture.
True or False: The Sanchi Stupa was originally commissioned by Emperor Ashoka.
True or False: The Sun Temple at Konark is designed in the shape of a chariot.
