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UPSC Prelims Art and Culture PYQs (2011–2026): Topic-wise with Answers – Page 2
73 UPSC Prelims questions on Art and Culture from 2011–2026, grouped by topic with the newest year first. The most-asked topics are Buddhism and Jainism (14), Indian Culture (12), Indian Architecture (10). Difficulty: 15% easy, 34% medium and 51% hard.
Temple Architecture 6 questions
- Nagara Shikhara TemplesWhich of the following temples has/have a Nagara-style shikhara?
- Chausath Yogini TempleWith reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements:
- Kalyana Mandapas VijayanagaraBuilding 'Kalyaana Mandapas' was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of
- Sun TemplesWhich of the following is/are famous for Sun temples?
- Panchayatana Temple StyleWith reference to the cultural history of India, the term 'Panchayatan' refers to
- Temple Architecture StylesThe Nagara, the Dravida and the Vesara are the
Miscellaneous Art and Culture 4 questions
- Mohenjo Daro Dancing GirlThe famous female figurine known as ‘Dancing Girl’, found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of:
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites IndiaConsider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO:
- Parivrajaka Shramana TermsWith reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following pairs:
- Mahattara and PattakilaIn Medieval India, the designations 'Mahattara' and 'Pattakila' were used for
Other Art and Culture topics 3 questions
- Empty Seat Buddhist IconographyWhat does an empty seat represent in early Buddhist iconography?
- Amaravati StupaWhich of the following statements on the Amaravati Stupa and its relief sculpture is/are correct?
- Kalaripayattu Martial ArtWith reference to India's culture and tradition, what is 'Kalaripayattu'?