Which of the following is/are the basic paradigms in classroom teaching?
A
Learning paradigm
B
Instructional paradigm
C
Both (a) and (b)
D
None of the above
Question 2Single Answer
The prime requirement to become a good teacher is to have
A
Genuine interest in teaching
B
Knowledge about controlling students
C
Subject knowledge
D
Good expression
Question 3Single Answer
Research is -
A
A purposeful, systematic activity
B
Conducted for purely academic purposes.
C
Conducted to answer questions about practical issues.
D
A random, unplanned process of discovery
Question 4Single Answer
The research is always
A
Verifying the old knowledge
B
Exploring new knowledge
C
Filling the gaps between the knowledge
D
All of the above
Question 5Single Answer
When we say that communication is intentional, it means that -
A
Sender consciously intends to affect the behaviour of receiver of the message
B
Effective communication is a process of acting on information
C
Through speech communication, people make sense of the world
D
None of the above
Question 6Single Answer
Communication is the transfer and understanding of
A
Ideas
B
Concepts
C
Meaning
D
Words
Question 7Single Answer
Find the missing number in the following series.
8, 24, 12, ?, 18, 54
A
26
B
24
C
36
D
32
Question 8Single Answer
Find the missing number in the following series.
28, 33, 31, 36, ?, 39
A
30
B
32
C
33
D
34
Question 9Single Answer
The main governing body at the tertiary level of education in India is -
A
NCERT
B
CBSE
C
AICTE
D
UGC
Question 10Single Answer
Government established the University Grants Commission by an act of Parliament in the year
A
1980
B
1948
C
1950
D
1956
Question 11Single Answer
The term ecosystem was coined by -
A
Arthur Tansley
B
Al Gore
C
Mobius
D
Mobius
Question 12Single Answer
Who first used and defined Ecology in 1866?
A
H. Reiter
B
Haeckel
C
Charles Elton
D
Odum
Question 13Single Answer
ICT stands for -
A
Information and communication technology
B
Information controlled technology
C
Information capable technology
D
None of the above
Question 14Single Answer
Which of the following is also termed as multimedia education?
A
ICT supported education
B
ICT enabled education
C
ICT education
D
None of the above
Question 15Single Answer
Passage :
Direction: Study the table given below and answer question (The table consists of marks obtained by candidates in different subject) Marks obtained in different subjects by various candidates
Subjects (maximum marks)
Students
Maths
Chemistry
Physics
Geography
History
Computer Science
(150)
(130)
(120)
(100)
(100)
(100)
Ayush
90
50
90
60
70
80
Aman
100
80
80
40
80
70
Sajal
90
60
70
70
90
70
Rohit
80
65
80
80
60
60
Muskan
80
65
85
95
50
90
Tanvi
70
75
65
85
40
60
Tarun
65
35
50
77
80
80
What is the average of marks obtained by Aman for all subjects?
A
72
B
75
C
80
D
85
Question 16Single Answer
Passage :
Direction: Study the table given below and answer question (The table consists of marks obtained by candidates in different subjects) Marks obtained in different subjects by various candidates
Subjects (maximum marks)
Students
Maths
Chemistry
Physics
Geography
History
Computer Science
(150)
(130)
(120)
(100)
(100)
(100)
Ayush
90
50
90
60
70
80
Aman
100
80
80
40
80
70
Sajal
90
60
70
70
90
70
Rohit
80
65
80
80
60
60
Muskan
80
65
85
95
50
90
Tanvi
70
75
65
85
40
60
Tarun
65
35
50
77
80
80
What is the approximate percentage of marks obtained by Ayush?
A
62.8
B
72.5
C
75
D
74
Question 17Single Answer
Which of the following statements is true?
A
Computer aided education can replace a teacher
B
Computer aided education can assist a teacher
C
On-line teaching and face-to-face teaching both are effective
D
Face-to-face teaching is less effective than online teaching
Question 18Single Answer
In order to solve the problem of aimlessness in education, we should develop -
A
democratic citizenship
B
centralized education
C
education
D
reform the administrative set-up
Question 19Single Answer
If a student misbehaves with other students in the class, the teacher should -
A
report the matter to the parents
B
punish him at the time of the morning assembly in the school
C
deal with him with sympathetic understanding
D
treat him with sympathy and understanding
Question 20Single Answer
How can a failed student be encouraged to study sincerely in the same class?
A
by teacher’s counseling
B
by psychological counseling
C
by guardian’s counseling
D
by Students’ Association
Question 21Single Answer
Our examination system is -
A
defective
B
without any defect
C
in the interest of the students
D
well-planned
Question 22Single Answer
Which Article in the Constitution deals with elementary education ?
A
Article 45
B
Article 370
C
Article 19
D
Article 226
Question 23Single Answer
For physically handicapped student of the school, there should be
A
proper facility for entering the class-room and toilet
B
proper arrangement for his food and lodging
C
arrangement for his free education
D
an arrangement for necessary equipments
Question 24Single Answer
A naughty student in the class is
A
foolish and dull
B
active and intelligent
C
unadjusted and unappreciated
D
rich and careless
Question 25Single Answer
Why is syllabus necessary in school ?
A
It helps in the proper functioning of the school
B
It makes the classroom education under control
C
A teacher can rule every work outside the class in a proper manner
D
All of the above are possible
Question 26Single Answer
If a seminar or conference is being conducted in your city concerning education, what will you do ?
A
I will take part in it without the permission of the Principal
B
I shall seek the permission of the Principal
C
I shall take leave from the school
D
I shall take no interest in it
Question 27Single Answer
How will you evaluate a student on the basis of the question paper type ?
A
On the basis of objective type questions
B
Essay type questions
C
Short answer type questions
D
All of the above
Question 28Single Answer
Passage :
The rapid advancement of technology has profoundly altered the way we communicate. Social media platforms connect billions across the globe, fostering instant interaction and the sharing of information. However, this interconnectedness also presents challenges. The spread of misinformation can occur at an unprecedented rate, impacting public opinion and even real-world events. Critical thinking and media literacy are now more essential than ever to navigate this complex digital landscape and discern credible sources from falsehoods.
What is the main idea of this passage?
A
The benefits of social media for global communication
B
The challenges posed by the rapid advancement of technology on communication
C
The importance of social media platforms in connecting people
D
The necessity of critical thinking and media literacy in the digital age
Question 29Single Answer
Passage :
The rapid advancement of technology has profoundly altered the way we communicate. Social media platforms connect billions across the globe, fostering instant interaction and the sharing of information. However, this interconnectedness also presents challenges. The spread of misinformation can occur at an unprecedented rate, impacting public opinion and even real-world events. Critical thinking and media literacy are now more essential than ever to navigate this complex digital landscape and discern credible sources from falsehoods.
According to the passage, what is a challenge of increased technological interconnectedness?
A
Slower rates of communication
B
Difficulty in sharing information
C
The rapid spread of misinformation
D
A decrease in global interaction
Question 30Single Answer
Passage :
The rapid advancement of technology has profoundly altered the way we communicate. Social media platforms connect billions across the globe, fostering instant interaction and the sharing of information. However, this interconnectedness also presents challenges. The spread of misinformation can occur at an unprecedented rate, impacting public opinion and even real-world events. Critical thinking and media literacy are now more essential than ever to navigate this complex digital landscape and discern credible sources from falsehoods.
The word "discern" in the passage most closely means:
A
Ignore
B
Understand
C
Distribute
D
Create
Question 31Single Answer
Passage :
The rapid advancement of technology has profoundly altered the way we communicate. Social media platforms connect billions across the globe, fostering instant interaction and the sharing of information. However, this interconnectedness also presents challenges. The spread of misinformation can occur at an unprecedented rate, impacting public opinion and even real-world events. Critical thinking and media literacy are now more essential than ever to navigate this complex digital landscape and discern credible sources from falsehoods.
What can be inferred about the impact of misinformation?
A
It has no effect on public opinion
B
Its impact is limited to online discussions
C
It can influence public opinion and real-world events
D
It is easily controlled by social media platforms
Question 32Single Answer
Passage :
The rapid advancement of technology has profoundly altered the way we communicate. Social media platforms connect billions across the globe, fostering instant interaction and the sharing of information. However, this interconnectedness also presents challenges. The spread of misinformation can occur at an unprecedented rate, impacting public opinion and even real-world events. Critical thinking and media literacy are now more essential than ever to navigate this complex digital landscape and discern credible sources from falsehoods.
The author's tone in this passage can be best described as:
A
Optimistic
B
Neutral and informative
C
Highly critical
D
Humorous
Question 33Single Answer
Identify the fallacy in the following argument: "Alan is tall, dark and handsome and has blue eyes. Bill is also tall, dark and handsome".
A
Inconsistency
B
Weak analogy
C
Slippery slope
D
Hasty generalisation
Question 34Single Answer
Identify the number that occurs in the series 2, 10, 30, 68, 130, ....
(A)738
(B) 349
(C) 520
(D) 222
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
A, B and C only
B
B, C and D only
C
A, C and D only
D
A, B and D only
Question 35Single Answer
Which of the following are essential requirements for the formation of photochemical SMOG?
(A) Carbon monooxide (CO)
(B) Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)
(C) Carbon dioxide (CO2)
(D) Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
(E) Sunlight
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A
A, B and D only
B
A, C and E only
C
B, C, D and E only
D
B, D and E only
Question 36Single Answer
Which of the following Indian universities were modelled on the lines of University of London?
(A) Calcutta
(B) Bombay
(C) Madras
(D) Andhra
(E) Mysore
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
A, B & C only
B
B, C & D only
C
C, D & E only
D
A, B & D only
Question 37Single Answer
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Internet is commonly used service on the World Wide Web
Statement II: HTTP is the protocol that web browsers and web servers use to communicate with each other over the Internet
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
C
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
D
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Question 38Single Answer
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion (A): Teachers must encourage students to ask questions.
Reason (R): Asking questions can create curiosity and develop passion for learning
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
Choose the correct answer from below:
A
Both (A) and (R) are correct, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B
Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C
(A) is correct but (R) is not correct
D
(A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Question 39Single Answer
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Exploration is particularly useful when researchers lack a clear idea of the problems they will meet during the study
Statement II: Through exploration, researchers develop concepts more clearly, establish priorities, develop operational definitions, and improve the final research design
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
C
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
D
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Question 40Single Answer
Which of the given learner characteristics are associated with field dependent (holistic/visual) learning style?
(i) Focusing on facts and principles
(ii) Relating concepts to personal experience
(iii) Formal interaction with teacher related to tasks at hand
(iv) Preferring to compete rather than cooperate
(v) Preferring to cooperate rather than compete
(vi) Perceiving global aspects of concepts and materials
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
(i), (ii) and (iii)
B
(ii), (iii) and (v)
C
(ii), (v) and (vi)
D
(iv), (v) and (vi)
Question 41Single Answer
Teaching is best defined as?
A
Transmission of knowledge only
B
Memorization of facts
C
A process of facilitating learning
D
Examination process
Question 42Single Answer
The main objective of teaching is?
A
Controlling learners
B
Promoting learning
C
Increasing discipline only
D
Completing syllabus only
Question 43Single Answer
Memory level teaching mainly emphasizes?
A
Critical thinking
B
Evaluation
C
Creativity
D
Rote learning
Question 44Single Answer
Understanding level teaching focuses on?
A
Comprehension of ideas
B
Recall only
C
Guessing answers
D
Memorization only
Question 45Single Answer
Reflective level teaching promotes?
A
Copying answers
B
Higher order thinking
C
Simple recall
D
Dictation
Question 46Single Answer
Teaching is a?
A
Static process
B
Dynamic process
C
Mechanical process
D
Random process
Question 47Single Answer
Effective teaching requires?
A
Subject mastery and pedagogy
B
Only discipline
C
Only textbook knowledge
D
Only exams
Question 48Single Answer
Teaching at memory level was proposed by?
A
Herbart
B
Bloom
C
Skinner
D
Piaget
Question 49Single Answer
Teaching is considered successful when?
A
Students learn effectively
B
Teacher speaks more
C
Syllabus is completed
D
Exams are conducted
Question 50Single Answer
Understanding level teaching is also called?
A
Memory level
B
Insightful level
C
Reflective level
D
Conditioning level
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Question 51Single Answer
Which period marks the earliest phase of human culture in India?
A
Neolithic Period
B
Paleolithic Period
C
Iron Age
D
Gupta Period
Question 52Single Answer
The earliest humans in India primarily depended on which activity for survival?
A
Agriculture
B
Trade
C
Hunting and gathering
D
Animal husbandry
Question 53Single Answer
Which type of tools were predominantly used during the Paleolithic Age?
A
Iron tools
B
Stone tools
C
Bronze tools
D
Copper tools
Question 54Single Answer
Which prehistoric period is known as the Middle Stone Age?
A
Mesolithic
B
Paleolithic
C
Neolithic
D
Chalcolithic
Question 55Single Answer
Microlithic tools are characteristic of which period?
A
Paleolithic
B
Iron Age
C
Neolithic
D
Mesolithic
Question 56Single Answer
The beginning of agriculture in India is generally associated with which period?
A
Neolithic
B
Mesolithic
C
Paleolithic
D
Iron Age
Question 57Single Answer
Which prehistoric period witnessed the domestication of animals on a large scale?
A
Paleolithic
B
Mesolithic
C
Neolithic
D
Iron Age
Question 58Single Answer
The Chalcolithic Age is also known as the?
A
Iron Age
B
Bronze Age
C
Copper-Stone Age
D
Megalithic Age
Question 59Single Answer
Which civilization is regarded as India's first urban civilization?
A
Mauryan Civilization
B
Gupta Civilization
C
Vedic Civilization
D
Indus Valley Civilization
Question 60Single Answer
Mohenjo-daro is situated in present-day?
A
India
B
Nepal
C
Bangladesh
D
Pakistan
Question 61Single Answer
Which Indus Valley site is famous for the Great Bath?
A
Mohenjo-daro
B
Harappa
C
Lothal
D
Dholavira
Question 62Single Answer
Lothal is especially renowned for its?
A
Citadel
B
Dockyard
C
Temple
D
Palace
Question 63Single Answer
Which Indus Valley site is located in Gujarat?
A
Harappa
B
Mohenjo-daro
C
Taxila
D
Lothal
Question 64Single Answer
The script of the Indus Valley Civilization is?
A
Completely deciphered
B
Undeciphered
C
Partially deciphered
D
Written in Sanskrit
Question 65Single Answer
Which animal is most frequently depicted on Indus seals?
A
Elephant
B
Tiger
C
Horse
D
Unicorn
Question 66Single Answer
Which metal was generally unknown to the Indus Valley Civilization?
A
Copper
B
Iron
C
Gold
D
Bronze
Question 67Single Answer
The Rig Veda is primarily a collection of?
A
Hymns
B
Medical texts
C
Dramas
D
Epics
Question 68Single Answer
Which Veda is closely associated with music?
A
Rig Veda
B
Sama Veda
C
Yajur Veda
D
Atharva Veda
Question 69Single Answer
Which Veda mainly contains sacrificial formulas?
A
Rig Veda
B
Sama Veda
C
Yajur Veda
D
Atharva Veda
Question 70Single Answer
Atharva Veda mainly deals with?
A
Healing, spells and daily life
B
Ritual chants only
C
Royal administration
D
Temple architecture
Question 71Single Answer
The Later Vedic Period witnessed the growth of?
A
Nomadic life
B
Urban industries
C
Settled agriculture
D
Maritime trade
Question 72Single Answer
Which ruler embraced Buddhism after the Kalinga War?
A
Chandragupta Maurya
B
Bindusara
C
Ashoka
D
Samudragupta
Question 73Single Answer
Ashoka's teachings are preserved mainly through?
A
Rock and Pillar Edicts
B
Palm-leaf manuscripts
C
Copper plates
D
Temple inscriptions
Question 74Single Answer
Which dynasty is regarded as the Golden Age of ancient India?
A
Maurya
B
Pallava
C
Gupta
D
Chola
Question 75Single Answer
Bhimbetka is famous for its?
A
Stupas
B
Rock paintings
C
Pillars
D
Temples
Question 76Single Answer
Bhimbetka rock shelters are located in?
A
Rajasthan
B
Gujarat
C
Madhya Pradesh
D
Karnataka
Question 77Single Answer
Prehistoric cave paintings mainly depict?
A
Industrial activities
B
Royal ceremonies
C
Hunting scenes
D
Temple rituals
Question 78Single Answer
Cave paintings are important because they provide evidence of?
A
Early human life
B
Colonial history
C
Mughal administration
D
Modern technology
Question 79Single Answer
The famous Dancing Girl sculpture belongs to the?
A
Indus Valley Civilization
B
Mauryan Period
C
Gupta Period
D
Kushan Period
Question 80Single Answer
The Dancing Girl is made of?
A
Marble
B
Granite
C
Sandstone
D
Bronze
Question 81Single Answer
Which Harappan sculpture represents a bearded male figure?
A
Yaksha
B
Bodhisattva
C
Buddha
D
Priest-King
Question 82Single Answer
The Lion Capital at Sarnath was erected during the reign of?
A
Ashoka
B
Chandragupta Maurya
C
Harsha
D
Samudragupta
Question 83Single Answer
India's National Emblem is adopted from the?
A
Lion Capital of Sarnath
B
Konark Wheel
C
Amaravati Stupa
D
Ajanta Paintings
Question 84Single Answer
Bharhut is primarily associated with?
A
Rajput art
B
Mughal art
C
Buddhist art
D
Chola art
Question 85Single Answer
Sanchi is famous for its?
A
Stupa
B
Mosque
C
Fort
D
Palace
Question 86Single Answer
Gandhara art reflects strong influence of which culture?
A
Greek
B
Chinese
C
Japanese
D
Roman
Question 87Single Answer
The Mathura School of Art flourished mainly under the?
A
Pallavas
B
Cholas
C
Kushanas
D
Guptas only
Question 88Single Answer
Gupta sculptures are especially known for their?
A
Spiritual expression
B
Military themes
C
Commercial scenes
D
Tribal motifs
Question 89Single Answer
According to the Natyasastra, who created Natya?
A
Brahma
B
Shiva
C
Vishnu
D
Indra
Question 90Single Answer
Natya is traditionally referred to as the?
A
Third Veda
B
Fifth Veda
C
Fourth Veda
D
Sixth Veda
Question 91Single Answer
According to the Natyasastra, Natya was entrusted to?
A
Valmiki
B
Vyasa
C
Bharata Muni
D
Patanjali
Question 92Single Answer
Brahma is said to have created Natya by drawing from?
A
Two Vedas
B
Three Vedas
C
Four Vedas
D
Six Vedangas
Question 93Single Answer
According to Bharata Muni, Natya is intended for?
A
Kings only
B
Priests only
C
Dancers only
D
All sections of society
Question 94Single Answer
Natya combines which three major art forms?
A
Painting, Sculpture and Architecture
B
Poetry, Grammar and Logic
C
Dance, Drama and Music
D
Yoga, Meditation and Ritual
Question 95Single Answer
Which of the following is NOT a component of Natya?
A
Dance
B
Astronomy
C
Music
D
Drama
Question 96Single Answer
The earliest forms of dance and drama evolved mainly from?
A
Rituals and religious practices
B
Industrial festivals
C
Foreign invasions
D
Trade fairs
Question 97Single Answer
The social origin theory considers art primarily as a?
A
Divine punishment
B
Scientific invention
C
Product of society
D
Political movement
Question 98Single Answer
Rituals and belief systems played a major role in the evolution of?
A
Navigation
B
Dance and theatre
C
Metallurgy
D
Astronomy
Question 99Single Answer
Community festivals contributed significantly to the development of?
A
Banking
B
Coinage
C
Engineering
D
Performing arts
Question 100Single Answer
The study of India's cultural history helps understand the development of?
A
Mechanical sciences
B
Performing arts traditions
C
Space technology
D
International law
Question 101Single Answer
The author of Natyasastra is?
A
Bharata Muni
B
Nandikeshvara
C
Sarngadeva
D
Jayapa Senani
Question 102Single Answer
Abhinaya Darpana is traditionally attributed to?
A
Bharata Muni
B
Matanga
C
Sarngadeva
D
Nandikeshvara
Question 103Single Answer
Sangeeta Ratnakara was written by?
A
Sarngadeva
B
Bharata Muni
C
Matanga
D
Jayapa Senani
Question 104Single Answer
Nritta Ratnavali was authored by?
A
Bhasa
B
Sarngadeva
C
Nandikeshvara
D
Jayapa Senani
Question 105Single Answer
Nartana Nirnaya was composed by?
A
Kalidasa
B
Bharata Muni
C
Bhanudatta
D
Ashokamalla
Question 106Single Answer
Which Sanskrit poet is renowned for vivid descriptions of dance in his literary works?
A
Bilhana
B
Bana
C
Dandin
D
Kalidasa
Question 107Single Answer
Which dramatist authored Svapnavasavadattam?
A
Bhasa
B
Bhavabhuti
C
Vishakhadatta
D
Sudraka
Question 108Single Answer
Mrichchhakatika was written by?
A
Kalidasa
B
Sudraka
C
Bharata Muni
D
Bana
Question 109Single Answer
In the Natyasastra, Natya primarily denotes?
A
Pure dance
B
Instrumental music
C
Dramatic representation
D
Temple worship
Question 110Single Answer
Nritta is best defined as?
A
Pure rhythmic dance
B
Expressional dance
C
Dramatic acting
D
Musical recitation
Question 111Single Answer
Nritya is a combination of dance and?
A
Sculpture
B
Abhinaya
C
Instrumentation
D
Painting
Question 112Single Answer
Lasya is traditionally associated with?
A
Ritual sacrifice
B
War dance
C
Acrobatics
D
Graceful and delicate movements
Question 113Single Answer
Tandava is characterized by?
A
Vigorous and energetic movements
B
Slow meditative poses
C
Silent acting
D
Comic expression
Question 114Single Answer
Marga tradition refers to?
A
Classical pan-Indian tradition
B
Regional folk tradition
C
Tribal performance
D
Modern choreography
Question 115Single Answer
Desi tradition signifies?
A
Temple architecture
B
Vedic ritual
C
Regional style
D
Court etiquette
Question 116Single Answer
Baddha generally refers to?
A
Improvised performance
B
Structured composition
C
Stage curtain
D
Costume ornament
Question 117Single Answer
Anibaddha means?
A
Temple dance
B
Fixed rhythmic cycle
C
Unstructured composition
D
Sacred hymn
Question 118Single Answer
Nartaki Lakshana describes the?
A
Types of musical instruments
B
Qualities of a female dancer
C
Features of stage decoration
D
Categories of ragas
Question 119Single Answer
Sabha Lakshana deals with the characteristics of?
A
Performance assembly
B
Dance costume
C
Musical notation
D
Temple sculpture
Question 120Single Answer
Hasta primarily means?
A
Foot movement
B
Hand gesture
C
Neck movement
D
Eye movement
Question 121Single Answer
Cari mainly refers to?
A
Eye movement
B
Movement of the legs
C
Finger gesture
D
Facial expression
Question 122Single Answer
Mandala in dance terminology refers to?
A
Costume pattern
B
Musical scale
C
Stage decoration
D
Body position
Question 123Single Answer
A Karana is primarily formed through the combination of?
A
Tala and Raga
B
Sthana and Cari
C
Song and rhythm
D
Costume and ornament
Question 124Single Answer
Anga denotes the?
A
Musical instruments
B
Major limbs of the body
C
Facial expressions
D
Dance costumes
Question 125Single Answer
Upanga refers to?
A
Minor limbs
B
Main limbs
C
Stage accessories
D
Musical accompaniment
Question 126Single Answer
Pratyanga refers to?
A
Intermediate body parts
B
Finger movements
C
Stage properties
D
Drum patterns
Question 127Single Answer
Which text is closely associated with Kerala's classical dance traditions?
A
Nritta Ratnavali
B
Rasamanjari
C
Hasta Lakshana Deepika
D
Bhavaprakasana
Question 128Single Answer
Balarama Bharatam is mainly associated with which Indian state?
A
Kerala
B
Odisha
C
Karnataka
D
Gujarat
Question 129Single Answer
Abhinaya Chandrika is an important text for which dance form?
A
Kathak
B
Odissi
C
Bharatanatyam
D
Manipuri
Question 130Single Answer
Srihasta Muktavali primarily deals with?
A
Hand gestures
B
Rhythmic patterns
C
Stage architecture
D
Costume design
Question 131Single Answer
Nayaka means?
A
Heroine
B
Hero
C
Messenger
D
Clown
Question 132Single Answer
Nayika means?
A
Attendant
B
Queen
C
Goddess
D
Heroine
Question 133Single Answer
Which text gives the foundational classification of Nayakas and Nayikas?
A
Natyasastra
B
Arthashastra
C
Manusmriti
D
Yogasutra
Question 134Single Answer
Bhavaprakasana was written by?
A
Sarngadeva
B
Bharata Muni
C
Bhanudatta
D
Saradatanaya
Question 135Single Answer
Rasamanjari was authored by?
A
Jayapa Senani
B
Kalidasa
C
Bhanudatta
D
Matanga
Question 136Single Answer
Sringaramanjari was composed by?
A
Vishakhadatta
B
Bana
C
Bharata Muni
D
Akbar Shah
Question 137Single Answer
Which work is regarded as the earliest comprehensive treatise on dramaturgy?
A
Natyasastra
B
Dasarupaka
C
Abhinaya Darpana
D
Nartana Nirnaya
Question 138Single Answer
Kalidasa belongs to which period of Sanskrit literature?
A
Epic period
B
Vedic period
C
Classical period
D
Modern period
Question 139Single Answer
Bharata Muni considered dance as an integral component of?
A
Astronomy
B
Ayurveda
C
Grammar
D
Natya
Question 140Single Answer
The primary focus of Abhinaya Darpana is?
A
Sanskrit grammar
B
Temple architecture
C
Technique of expression
D
Prosody
Question 141Single Answer
Which treatise comprehensively discusses music, dance and drama?
A
Sangeeta Ratnakara
B
Meghaduta
C
Raghuvamsa
D
Kiratarjuniya
Question 142Single Answer
Jayapa Senani served under which dynasty?
A
Maurya
B
Chola
C
Kakatiya
D
Gupta
Question 143Single Answer
Ashokamalla is chiefly remembered for authoring?
A
Abhinaya Chandrika
B
Bhavaprakasana
C
Rasamanjari
D
Nartana Nirnaya
Question 144Single Answer
Which pair correctly distinguishes pure dance from expressive dance?
A
Nritta and Nritya
B
Tala and Laya
C
Raga and Shruti
D
Anga and Upanga
Question 145Single Answer
Detailed descriptions of Karanas are found in?
A
Natyasastra
B
Rasamanjari
C
Balarama Bharatam
D
Abhinaya Chandrika
Question 146Single Answer
Lasya is traditionally believed to have been introduced by?
A
Saraswati
B
Lakshmi
C
Parvati
D
Ganga
Question 147Single Answer
Tandava is traditionally associated with?
A
Brahma
B
Vishnu
C
Shiva
D
Indra
Question 148Single Answer
Shoulders and arms are classified under which body division?
A
Hasta
B
Upanga
C
Anga
D
Pratyanga
Question 149Single Answer
Eyes, eyebrows and cheeks are classified as?
A
Upanga
B
Anga
C
Pratyanga
D
Mandala
Question 150Single Answer
Which treatise forms the basis of Indian classical dance theory?