M.A. (Semester III) (CBCS) Examination Mar/Apr-2018
A.I.H.C. A.
Art and Architecture In Ancient India
Time 2½ Hours Max. Marks: 70
Instructions: All questions are compulsory.
Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1 Select appropriate word. 14
Bhimbetka caves are discovered by
Dr. Sankaliya Mortimer Wheeler
Dr. V. S. Wakankar None of these
A Unique characteristic feature of Mauryan art is
Polished surface Minute carving
Flora Decorations Faunal decorations
The Jataka story of six-tusked elephant is depicted at
Sanchi Bharhut
Ajanta Amravati
The sculptures of Mathura were made of
Basalt Quartzite
Flint Sikta
The painting of "The procession of horse riders" is at
Ajanta Ellora
Sittanvasal Bagh
Archaeological remains a Kumrahar are
Palace of the Patliputra Temple of the Patliputra
Stupa Fort
Caves of Barabar is located in the state of
Bihar Chattisgarh
Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh
Q.2 Write short answers. (Any four out of five) 14
Meeting of Buddha Rahul
Bharhut
Granary of Harappa
Non religious art
Chulakoka
Q.3 Write short notes. (Any two of three) 14
Discuss about King Priest found at Mohenjodaro.
Describe Buddha icon given by Bal Bhikshu.
Describe Harappan Bronzes in detail.
Q.4 Write answer any one of the following. 14
Which are characteristics features of Gandhara Art? Give suitable
examples.
OR
Critically examine the prehistoric art with special reference to Bhimbetka.
Q.5 What do you know about the architecture of Harappan culture? Explain in
detail.