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Browse complete papersWhich of the following Indian states is famous for celebrating Bihu, a harvest festival?
Assam
Odisha
Rajasthan
Goa
Correct answer
Assam
The introduction of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in 1860 aimed to:
Codify and standardize criminal laws across British India.
Promote traditional Indian legal systems.
Grant greater autonomy to village courts in resolving disputes.
"Exclusively protect the interests of the British ruling class.
Correct answer
Codify and standardize criminal laws across British India.
The "Indian Councils Act of 1892" represented a limited expansion of Indian participation in the legislative councils.
What was a notable feature of this Act regarding the selection of Indian members?
It introduced universal adult suffrage for the election of Indian members.
It allowed for the direct election of a majority of Indian members to the central legislative council.
It permitted the nomination of some Indian members by the Governor-General and provided for indirect election through electoral colleges.
It mandated equal representation for all religious communities in the legislative councils.
Correct answer
It introduced universal adult suffrage for the election of Indian members.
Who was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court in March 2025?
Justice Joymalya Bagchi
Justice Arun Palli
Justice Hima Kohli
Justice Harish Tandon
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Justice Joymalya Bagchi
What is the predominant theme of Manipuri dance?
War and victory
Devotion and love
Celebration of harvest
Storytelling
Correct answer
War and victory
What is the thematic focus of the Padam item in Bharatnatyam?
Devotional praise
Love and divine affection
Abstract dance
Rhythmic patterns
Correct answer
Devotional praise
Which among the following statements is NOT true about Kanishka?
He patronized Buddhist scholars Vasumitra, Asvagosha and Nagarjuna.
He convened the Fourth Buddhist Council.
Kanishka was succeeded by his son Vasudeva.
The famous physician Charaka was patronized by him.
Correct answer
He patronized Buddhist scholars Vasumitra, Asvagosha and Nagarjuna.
Match the following Janapadas: their capitals.
Column A Column B
| Column A | Column B | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Kashi | a. | Varanasi |
| 2. | Kosala | b. | Shravasti |
| 3. | Avanti | c. | Ujjayini |
| 4. | Magadha | d. | Rajagriha |
1 - a, 2 - b, 3 - c, 4 - d
1 - b, 2 - a, 3 - d, 4 - c
1 - d, 2 - c, 3 - a, 4 - b
1 - c, 2 - d, 3 - b, 4 - a
Correct answer
1 - a, 2 - b, 3 - c, 4 - d
Fill in the blanks:
During the modern period, Pt. V.N. Bhatkhande and Pt. V.D. Paluskar contributed significantly to Hindustani classical music by introducing a systematized ______
Bhakti Movement
Stage Performance Culture
Notation System
Raga-Ragini Paintings
Correct answer
Bhakti Movement
In the context of Indian devotional music, which of the following correctly describes the contribution of Lal Ded (Lallehwari)?
She composed classical bhajans in Braj language dedicated to Krishna.
She was a Kashmiri mystic who conveyed philosophy through vakh verses.
She pioneered the Carnatic kriti form using Sanskrit hymns.
She was a temple dancer known for composing dhrupad compositions.
Correct answer
She composed classical bhajans in Braj language dedicated to Krishna.