Indian Tomb Sculpture

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Elaborate carvings

  2. Use of local materials

  3. Depiction of religious scenes

  4. Use of bright colors


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian tomb sculpture is typically characterized by elaborate carvings, use of local materials, and depiction of religious scenes. Bright colors are not commonly used.

The Taj Mahal is an example of which type of Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Mughal

  2. Rajput

  3. Deccan

  4. Vijayanagara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taj Mahal is a Mughal tomb, known for its intricate carvings and use of white marble.

Which of the following is a common motif found in Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Lotus flower

  2. Elephant

  3. Peacock

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lotus flower, elephant, and peacock are all common motifs found in Indian tomb sculpture.

The Qutb Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad are known for their:

  1. Intricate carvings

  2. Use of colorful tiles

  3. Unique architectural style

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Qutb Shahi Tombs are known for their intricate carvings, use of colorful tiles, and unique architectural style.

Which of the following is not a type of Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Stupa

  2. Mausoleum

  3. Cenotaph

  4. Sarcophagus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stupa is a type of Buddhist monument, not a tomb sculpture.

The Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur is known for its:

  1. Large dome

  2. Intricate carvings

  3. Use of local materials

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gol Gumbaz is known for its large dome, intricate carvings, and use of local materials.

Which of the following is a common material used in Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Sandstone

  2. Marble

  3. Granite

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sandstone, marble, and granite are all common materials used in Indian tomb sculpture.

The Bara Imambara in Lucknow is an example of which type of Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Mughal

  2. Rajput

  3. Awadhi

  4. Deccan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bara Imambara is an example of Awadhi tomb sculpture, known for its intricate carvings and use of local materials.

Which of the following is a common theme found in Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Life and death

  2. Love and loss

  3. War and peace

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Life and death, love and loss, and war and peace are all common themes found in Indian tomb sculpture.

The Humayun's Tomb in Delhi is known for its:

  1. Double dome

  2. Use of red sandstone

  3. Charbagh garden

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Humayun's Tomb is known for its double dome, use of red sandstone, and Charbagh garden.

Which of the following is a type of Indian tomb sculpture that is typically found in Rajasthan?

  1. Chhatri

  2. Jharokha

  3. Haveli

  4. Baori


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhatri is a type of Indian tomb sculpture that is typically found in Rajasthan. It is a small, domed structure that is often used to mark the burial place of a royal or important person.

The Lodhi Gardens in Delhi are known for their:

  1. Tomb of Sikandar Lodi

  2. Tomb of Mohammed Shah

  3. Shisha Gumbad

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Lodhi Gardens are known for their Tomb of Sikandar Lodi, Tomb of Mohammed Shah, and Shisha Gumbad.

Which of the following is a common feature found in Indian tomb sculpture?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Floral motifs

  3. Geometric patterns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Calligraphy, floral motifs, and geometric patterns are all common features found in Indian tomb sculpture.

The Ibrahim Rauza in Bijapur is known for its:

  1. Use of black granite

  2. Intricate carvings

  3. Unique architectural style

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ibrahim Rauza is known for its use of black granite, intricate carvings, and unique architectural style.

Which of the following is a type of Indian tomb sculpture that is typically found in the Deccan region?

  1. Gumbad

  2. Chhatri

  3. Dargah

  4. Haveli


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gumbad is a type of Indian tomb sculpture that is typically found in the Deccan region. It is a large, domed structure that is often used to mark the burial place of a royal or important person.

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