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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
Topic:[GS-I] Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.85 PYQs
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Mains - GS-I
10 shown2026•Mains•GS-I•Q.1
Analyze the importance of Ashokan inscriptions for reconstructing Mauryan history.
Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society
2026•Mains•GS-I•Q.11
Vijayanagara architecture exemplifies the amalgamation of past traditions with contemporary practices. Elucidate with examples.
GS-I
2025•Mains•GS-I•Q.1
Discuss the salient features of the Harappan architecture.
GS-I
2025•Mains•GS-I•Q.2
Examine the main aspects of Akbar's religious syncretism.
GS-I
2025•Mains•GS-I•Q.3
The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life. Elucidate.
GS-I
2024•Mains•GS-I•Q.1
Underline the changes in the field of society and economy from the Rig Vedic to the later Vedic period.
GS-I
2024•Mains•GS-I•Q.2
Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South India.
GS-I
2024•Mains•GS-I•Q.11
"Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture." Comment.
Indian Art and Architecture
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.11
What are the main features of Vedic society and religion? Do you think some of the features are still prevailing in Indian society?
GS-I
2023•Mains•GS-I•Q.12
What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society?
GS-I
Prelims - Paper 1 (GS)
10 shown2026•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.1
Which one of the following Carnatic music ragas is similar to Raga Bilawal in Hindustani music?
Indian Culture
2026•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.4
Which of the following temples has/have a Nagara-style shikhara?
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Malegitti Shivalaya, Badami
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Huchimalligudi Temple, Aihole
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Dashavatara Temple, Deogarh
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Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal
Indian Architecture
2026•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.5
Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included?
Indian Heritage and Culture
2026•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.6
The Hallisalasya painting in the Bagh Caves represents:
Indian Heritage and Culture
2026•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.19
Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur, the famous classical singer from Karnataka, represented the:
Indian Culture
2024•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.60
Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?
Indian Culture
2024•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.63
Which one of the following is a work attributed to playwright Bhasa?
Art and Culture
2024•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.64
Sanghabhuti, an Indian Buddhist monk, who travelled to China at the end of the fourth century AD, was the author of a commentary on:
Art and Culture
2024•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.65
Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO:
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Shantiniketan
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Rani-ki-Vav
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Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas
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Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya
Art and Culture
2023•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.47
"Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects."
The above statement reflects one of the core beliefs of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?
Indian Culture