harshavardhan period Practice Questions Answers Test with Solutions

Question : 1

Which one of the following is not a work on architecture?

a) Mahavastu

b) Manasare

c) Samarangana Sutradhara

d) Mayamata

Question : 2

In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today. Which one of the following statements best describes this pose?

a) Movements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a story

b) One leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck

c) Facial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolize certain epic or historic characters

d) A little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasized to express the feelings of love or eroticism.

Question : 3

The Chandela ruler who built famous temple at Khajurao?

a) Jayadeva

b) Dhanga

c) Chandradeva

d) Bhimadeva

Question : 4

Rajputas are mentioned as Agnikula Kshatriyas in

a) Vikramankadeva Charita

b) Prithviraj Raso

c) Rajataragini

d) Dasakumara Charita

Question : 5

Who among the following levied Turushka-danda?

a) Chahamanas

b) Gahadavalas

c) Chandellas

d) Shahis