Sample questions
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CSE
With references to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?
- A Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar
- B Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli ✓
- C Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram
- D Varaha Image at Udayagiri
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Art & Culture › Architecture & Sculpture
CSE
Match List I with List I and select the correct answer using the codes given below them: List I (Place) List IT (Importance) A. Bhubaneshwar
- Vijayanagara architecture B. Konark
- Rajarani temple C. Lepakshi
- Vijayanagara paintings D. Halebid 4, Hoysala monument 5. Sun temple
- A 3 245
- B 2543
- C 5423
- D 2534 ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
Art & Culture › Architecture & Sculpture
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