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Daily-static-mcqs 13 May 2024
Q1:
Consider the following statements: 1. Rekha Deul style has been used in the temples built in Nagara style. 2. Panchayat style has been used in Odisha style temples. 3. Orissa style temples were surrounded by walls. How many of the above statements are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
Panchayat style has been used in the temples built in Nagara style, under which other temples are built in the shape of a cross in relation to the main temple. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
Rekha Deul style has been used in Odisha style temples, which had a flat roof. Hence, statement 2 incorrect.
Odisha style temples were surrounded by walls. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Q2:
"Dharma" and "Rita" represent a central idea of India's ancient Vedic civilization. Consider the following statements in this context: 1. Religion was the concept of a person's responsibilities and personal duties towards himself and others. 2. Rita was the basic moral law, which governed the activities of the universe and all the elements within it. Which of the statements above is/are correct?
A: 1 Only
B: 2 Only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C
Explanation:
The god Varun' was considered the head of the moral system in the Vedic civilization. For this reason he was also called 'Ritsyagopa'. Both the statements are correct in the context of the ancient Vedic civilization of India. Hence, the correct answer will be option (c).
Q3:
Consider the following statements related to Gayatri Mantra: 1. Gayatri Mantra was composed by sage Vishwamitra. 2. It is described in the fourth chapter of Rigveda. 3. This mantra is dedicated to Goddess Aditi. How many of the above statements are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
Gayatri Mantra 'is mentioned in Rigveda. Vishwamitra composed it. It is dedicated to Savita. This mantra is described in the third chapter of Rigveda..
Hence, statement 1 is correct, while statements 2 and 3 are incorrect.
Q4:
Consider the following statements related to Lingayat tradition: 1. It was founded by Telugu poet Vasava. 2. Lingayat tradition rejects the caste system. 3. The Lingayat tradition believes in the authority of the Vedas. How many of the above statements are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
The Lingayat sect was founded by the Kannada poet Vasava in the 12th century. Their method of worship focuses on Shiva in the form of Linga. Lingayats oppose the authority of the Vedas and the caste system. It is also known as Veer Shaiva. Hence, option (a) is correct.
Q5:
Consider the following statements related to Shaiva sect: 1. Kashmiri Shaiva sect was founded by Madhava. 2. Pratyabhijna philosophy is related to Pashupata Shaivism. 3. Spandakarika was composed by Vasugupta to explain the principles of Kashmiri Shaiva sect. 4. The Nath sect keeps the sacred fire called Dhuni alive continuously. How many of the above statements are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: Only three
D: All four
Answer: B
Explanation:
Kashmiri Shaiva sect was founded by Vasugupta in the 8th century. Vasugupta composed Spandakarika to explain the tenets of the Kashmiri Shaiva sect. Pratyabhijna philosophy is a monistic sect derived from Kashmiri Shaivism. The Nath sect was founded by Matsyendra Nath, Gorakhnath was the most prominent guru of this sect. In the Nath sect, the sacred fire called Dhuni was kept alive continuously. Hence, option (b) is correct.
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