Indian Pottery and Research

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Which of the following is not a type of Indian pottery?

  1. Black pottery

  2. Blue pottery

  3. Terracotta pottery

  4. Porcelain pottery


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Porcelain pottery is not a type of Indian pottery. It is a type of Chinese pottery.

What is the main raw material used in making black pottery?

  1. Clay

  2. Sand

  3. Ash

  4. Iron oxide


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main raw material used in making black pottery is clay.

Which Indian state is famous for its blue pottery?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is famous for its blue pottery.

What is the main characteristic of terracotta pottery?

  1. It is made from red clay.

  2. It is fired at a high temperature.

  3. It is unglazed.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Terracotta pottery is made from red clay, fired at a high temperature, and unglazed.

Which of the following is not a type of Indian pottery research?

  1. Archaeological research

  2. Historical research

  3. Scientific research

  4. Artistic research


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Artistic research is not a type of Indian pottery research.

What is the main objective of archaeological research on Indian pottery?

  1. To study the evolution of pottery styles

  2. To determine the age of pottery artifacts

  3. To understand the cultural context of pottery

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of archaeological research on Indian pottery is to study the evolution of pottery styles, determine the age of pottery artifacts, and understand the cultural context of pottery.

Which of the following is not a type of scientific research on Indian pottery?

  1. Petrographic analysis

  2. Chemical analysis

  3. Mineralogical analysis

  4. Stylistic analysis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stylistic analysis is not a type of scientific research on Indian pottery.

What is the main objective of historical research on Indian pottery?

  1. To study the history of pottery production in India

  2. To identify the major pottery centers in India

  3. To understand the role of pottery in Indian culture

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of historical research on Indian pottery is to study the history of pottery production in India, identify the major pottery centers in India, and understand the role of pottery in Indian culture.

Which of the following is not a type of Indian pottery museum?

  1. National Museum, New Delhi

  2. Calcutta Pottery Museum, Kolkata

  3. Bharat Kala Bhavan, Varanasi

  4. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mumbai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Calcutta Pottery Museum, Kolkata is not a type of Indian pottery museum.

What is the main objective of Indian pottery museums?

  1. To preserve and display Indian pottery artifacts

  2. To educate the public about Indian pottery

  3. To promote research on Indian pottery

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of Indian pottery museums is to preserve and display Indian pottery artifacts, educate the public about Indian pottery, and promote research on Indian pottery.

Which of the following is not a type of Indian pottery festival?

  1. Surajkund Crafts Mela, Haryana

  2. Potters' Fair, Delhi

  3. Kumbh Mela, Allahabad

  4. Lok Mela, Jaipur


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kumbh Mela, Allahabad is not a type of Indian pottery festival.

What is the main objective of Indian pottery festivals?

  1. To promote the sale of Indian pottery

  2. To provide a platform for potters to showcase their work

  3. To educate the public about Indian pottery

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of Indian pottery festivals is to promote the sale of Indian pottery, provide a platform for potters to showcase their work, and educate the public about Indian pottery.

Which of the following is not a type of Indian pottery award?

  1. National Award for Master Craftsmen

  2. Shilp Guru Award

  3. Sant Kabir Award

  4. Padma Shri Award


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sant Kabir Award is not a type of Indian pottery award.

What is the main objective of Indian pottery awards?

  1. To recognize the achievements of potters

  2. To encourage potters to continue their work

  3. To promote Indian pottery

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of Indian pottery awards is to recognize the achievements of potters, encourage potters to continue their work, and promote Indian pottery.

Which of the following is not a type of Indian pottery organization?

  1. All India Potters' Association

  2. Potters' Guild of India

  3. National Institute of Design

  4. Central Institute of Craft and Design


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

National Institute of Design is not a type of Indian pottery organization.

What is the main objective of Indian pottery organizations?

  1. To promote the interests of potters

  2. To provide training and support to potters

  3. To conduct research on Indian pottery

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objective of Indian pottery organizations is to promote the interests of potters, provide training and support to potters, and conduct research on Indian pottery.

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