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51.
What is a significant impact expected from the discovery of the ancient Buddhist monastic complex in Ladakh?
A A decrease in academic interest in Himalayan Buddhism.
B A shift in focus from cultural preservation to rapid development.
C New perspectives on the spread of Buddhism in the Himalayas and increased heritage tourism.
D The immediate conversion of the site into a modern religious center.
52.
Which of the following were among the structures revealed during the excavation of the Buddhist monastic complex in Ladakh? 1. Prayer halls 2. Residential quarters 3. Intricate murals 4. Ancient marketplaces Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A 1, 2 and 3 only
B 1, 3 and 4 only
C 2, 3 and 4 only
D 1, 2, 3 and 4
53.
The newly discovered Buddhist monastic complex in Ladakh dates back to which period?
A 3rd-4th century BCE
B 1st-2nd century CE
C 8th-9th century CE
D 15th-16th century CE
54.
Which organization announced the discovery of the ancient Buddhist monastic complex in Ladakh?
A Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)
B Ministry of Culture
C Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
D National Museum
55.
The recent discovery of an ancient Buddhist monastic complex was made in which region of India?
A Sikkim
B Arunachal Pradesh
C Ladakh
D Himachal Pradesh
56.
Which of the following is NOT a component of the special initiative for Pattachitra's global promotion?
A Digital archiving
B International exhibitions
C Artisan skill development programs
D Introduction of synthetic dyes for faster production
57.
Pattachitra art form primarily uses canvas made from which material?
A Silk
B Palm leaf
C Cotton cloth
D Paper
58.
What is one of the primary objectives of the global promotion initiative for Pattachitra?
A To replace traditional Pattachitra techniques with modern art forms.
B To limit its practice to specific regions within Odisha.
C To enhance its visibility and market access for artisans.
D To convert Pattachitra into a purely digital art form.
59.
The recent initiative to promote Pattachitra globally was launched by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with which international organization?
A World Bank
B UNESCO
C International Monetary Fund (IMF)
D World Economic Forum (WEF)
60.
Which of the following statements about Pattachitra painting is/are correct? 1. It is a traditional scroll painting from Odisha. 2. It primarily uses synthetic colors for its vibrant appearance. 3. It is deeply associated with the Jagannath cult. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A 1 only
B 1 and 2 only
C 1 and 3 only
D 1, 2 and 3