GRADE 8 (ARTS Q3)

What is a distinctive characteristic of Indian art?

• Lack of religious influence

• Strong sense of design

• Minimal use of color

• Focus on abstract themes

What are the Ajanta Caves known for?

• Hindu temple architecture

• Buddhist legends and divinities

• Modern Indian art

• Islamic calligraphy

Who built the Taj Mahal, and for what purpose?

• Emperor Ashoka, as a Buddhist monastery

• Emperor Shah Jahan, as a tomb for his wife

• Emperor Akbar, as a palace

• Emperor Aurangzeb, as a mosque

What is the primary use of Mehndi in Indian culture?

• Everyday body decoration

• Bridal and festival decoration

• Marking religious texts

• Painting religious murals

Diwali is primarily celebrated to signify the victory of what?

• Wealth over poverty

• Darkness over light

• Light over darkness

• Ignorance over knowledge

What natural materials are used in traditional Tibetan architecture?

• Marble and glass

• Stone, clay, and wood

• Metal and concrete

• Plastic and ceramics

What does the Mandala symbolize in Tibetan Buddhism?

• The history of Tibet

• The universe

• The power of the gods

• The Tibetan climate

What purpose does the Mandala serve in Tibetan Buddhist practices?

• Decoration for religious buildings

• A spiritual guidance tool and aid for meditation

• A historical record

• A representation of political power

What unique type of Mandala is used in Tibetan Buddhism for purification and healing?

• Painted Mandala

• Bronze Mandala

• Sand Mandala

• Wood Mandala

What is a key feature of Tibetan homes in areas with scarce rainfall?

• Sloping roofs

• Flat roofs

• Dome-shaped roofs

• Roofs made of bamboo