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The Most Important Materials in Indian Sculpture and Carving

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Which of the following is not a commonly used material in Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Stone

  2. Wood

  3. Metal

  4. Ivory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ivory is not a commonly used material in Indian sculpture and carving due to its rarity and expense.

Which type of stone is most commonly used in Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Sandstone

  2. Limestone

  3. Granite

  4. Marble


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sandstone is the most commonly used type of stone in Indian sculpture and carving due to its abundance and ease of carving.

Which type of wood is most commonly used in Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Teak

  2. Rosewood

  3. Mahogany

  4. Ebony


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Teak is the most commonly used type of wood in Indian sculpture and carving due to its durability and resistance to rot.

Which type of metal is most commonly used in Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Bronze

  2. Copper

  3. Silver

  4. Gold


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bronze is the most commonly used type of metal in Indian sculpture and carving due to its strength and durability.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Attention to detail

  2. Use of symbolism

  3. Exaggerated forms

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian sculpture and carving is known for its attention to detail, use of symbolism, and exaggerated forms.

Which of the following is a famous example of Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. The Taj Mahal

  2. The Konark Sun Temple

  3. The Ellora Caves

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal, the Konark Sun Temple, and the Ellora Caves are all famous examples of Indian sculpture and carving.

Which of the following is a technique used in Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Chiseling

  2. Carving

  3. Molding

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chiseling, carving, and molding are all techniques used in Indian sculpture and carving.

Which of the following is a type of Indian sculpture and carving?

  1. Relief sculpture

  2. Freestanding sculpture

  3. Architectural sculpture

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Relief sculpture, freestanding sculpture, and architectural sculpture are all types of Indian sculpture and carving.

Which of the following is a famous example of Indian relief sculpture?

  1. The Ajanta Caves

  2. The Ellora Caves

  3. The Konark Sun Temple

  4. The Taj Mahal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves are a famous example of Indian relief sculpture.

Which of the following is a famous example of Indian freestanding sculpture?

  1. The Nataraja

  2. The Buddha

  3. The Yakshi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nataraja, the Buddha, and the Yakshi are all famous examples of Indian freestanding sculpture.

Which of the following is a famous example of Indian architectural sculpture?

  1. The Taj Mahal

  2. The Konark Sun Temple

  3. The Ellora Caves

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal, the Konark Sun Temple, and the Ellora Caves are all famous examples of Indian architectural sculpture.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian sculpture and carving from the Gupta period?

  1. Attention to detail

  2. Use of symbolism

  3. Exaggerated forms

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian sculpture and carving from the Gupta period is known for its attention to detail, use of symbolism, and exaggerated forms.

Which of the following is a famous example of Indian sculpture and carving from the Gupta period?

  1. The Ajanta Caves

  2. The Ellora Caves

  3. The Konark Sun Temple

  4. The Taj Mahal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves are a famous example of Indian sculpture and carving from the Gupta period.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian sculpture and carving from the Chola period?

  1. Attention to detail

  2. Use of symbolism

  3. Exaggerated forms

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian sculpture and carving from the Chola period is known for its attention to detail, use of symbolism, and exaggerated forms.

Which of the following is a famous example of Indian sculpture and carving from the Chola period?

  1. The Ajanta Caves

  2. The Ellora Caves

  3. The Konark Sun Temple

  4. The Brihadisvara Temple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Brihadisvara Temple is a famous example of Indian sculpture and carving from the Chola period.

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