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Calligraphy and Typography in Indian Museums: A Journey Through History

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Which Indian museum houses the largest collection of calligraphy and typography?

  1. National Museum, New Delhi

  2. Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad

  3. Victoria and Albert Museum, London

  4. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Museum in New Delhi houses the largest collection of calligraphy and typography in India, with over 10,000 manuscripts, inscriptions, and printed books.

What is the name of the oldest known Indian manuscript?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Atharvaveda

  3. Samaveda

  4. Yajurveda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rigveda is the oldest known Indian manuscript, dating back to around 1500 BCE.

Which Indian script is characterized by its rounded letters and lack of straight lines?

  1. Devanagari

  2. Bengali

  3. Gurmukhi

  4. Tamil


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tamil is an Indian script characterized by its rounded letters and lack of straight lines.

What is the name of the Mughal emperor who commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal?

  1. Shah Jahan

  2. Akbar

  3. Jahangir

  4. Aurangzeb


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shah Jahan was the Mughal emperor who commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal.

Which Indian city is known as the 'City of Palaces'?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Bikaner


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur is known as the 'City of Palaces' due to its numerous palaces and forts.

What is the name of the Indian dance form that originated in the state of Kerala?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathakali is an Indian dance form that originated in the state of Kerala.

Which Indian musical instrument is known for its distinctive sound produced by striking a metal disc with a wooden mallet?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarod

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tabla is an Indian musical instrument known for its distinctive sound produced by striking a metal disc with a wooden mallet.

What is the name of the Indian festival of lights?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Dussehra

  4. Pongal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Diwali is the Indian festival of lights.

Which Indian state is known for its production of silk sarees?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. West Bengal

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka is known for its production of silk sarees.

What is the name of the Indian martial art that emphasizes grappling and ground fighting?

  1. Kalaripayattu

  2. Silambam

  3. Gatka

  4. Mardani Khel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalaripayattu is an Indian martial art that emphasizes grappling and ground fighting.

Which Indian city is known as the 'Pink City'?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Bikaner


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur is known as the 'Pink City' due to the pink color of its buildings.

What is the name of the Indian dance form that originated in the state of Maharashtra?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lavani is an Indian dance form that originated in the state of Maharashtra.

Which Indian musical instrument is known for its distinctive sound produced by plucking a series of strings?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarod

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sitar is an Indian musical instrument known for its distinctive sound produced by plucking a series of strings.

What is the name of the Indian festival of colors?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Dussehra

  4. Pongal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Holi is the Indian festival of colors.

Which Indian state is known for its production of tea?

  1. Assam

  2. Darjeeling

  3. Nilgiris

  4. Munnar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Assam is known for its production of tea.

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