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The 'Alha-Khand' is a medieval Hindi epic poem celebrating the valor of warriors Alha and Udal of the Chandela dynasty.
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Answer: True
Alha-Khand is a medieval Hindi epic (12th century) narrating the exploits of warriors Alha and Udal serving Chandela king Paramardi. Composed in Bundeli dialect, it is performed as folk ballads in North India, preserving oral history.
The album 'Passages' (1990) featured collaborations between Ravi Shankar and Philip Glass, blending Indian classical and minimalism.
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Answer: True
'Passages' (1990) was a collaborative album where Ravi Shankar and Philip Glass composed pieces inspired by each other's styles. It exemplifies cross-cultural musical dialogue between Indian classical and Western minimalism.
The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act was first enacted in India in 1958.
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Answer: False
The Ancient Monuments Preservation Act was first enacted in 1904 under Lord Curzon. It was replaced by the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act in 1958, amended in 2010 for stricter heritage protection.
Kashmiri Pashmina shawls received Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2008 for their unique craftsmanship and origin.
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Answer: True
Kashmiri Pashmina received GI tag in 2008, protecting authentic shawls made from Changthangi goat wool and hand-woven in Kashmir. The tag combats imitation products and supports traditional artisans' livelihoods.
Artist Bharti Kher is known for using the 'bindi' as a motif in her contemporary artworks exploring identity and mythology.
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Answer: True
Bharti Kher (b. 1969) uses the bindi (forehead ornament) as a recurring motif in paintings, sculptures, and installations. Her works interrogate gender, mythology, and cultural hybridity in contemporary Indian society.
Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan performed by women in swirling robes during festivals.
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Answer: True
Ghoomar is a graceful folk dance of Rajasthan performed by women in ghagras (flowing skirts) during festivals like Teej and Gangaur. Characterized by pirouettes and rhythmic clapping, symbolizing feminine grace and community bonding.
The 'Adopt a Heritage' scheme, launched by Ministry of Tourism, allows private/corporate entities to develop tourist amenities at monuments.
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Answer: True
Adopt a Heritage (2017) invites stakeholders to adopt monuments for developing tourist facilities (lighting, signage, cleanliness). Implemented by ASI/Ministry of Tourism, it aims to enhance visitor experience while preserving heritage.
Pochampally Ikat sarees, featuring geometric patterns, are handwoven in Telangana using resist-dye technique.
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Answer: True
Pochampally Ikat from Telangana uses bandha (resist-dye) technique on silk/cotton. Known for vibrant geometric motifs and double ikat precision. Received GI tag in 2005, supporting weaver communities in Nalgonda district.
The 'Rikhab Ram' family of instrument makers in Miraj, Maharashtra, is renowned for crafting tanpuras and sitars.
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Answer: True
Miraj (Maharashtra) is a hub for Hindustani musical instruments. The Rikhab Ram family and other artisans craft tanpuras, sitars, and sarods using traditional techniques. Miraj instruments received GI tag in 2015.
The stepwell 'Toorji ka Jhalra' in Jodhpur was restored in 2014 as part of urban heritage conservation efforts.
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Answer: True
Toorji ka Jhalra, an 18th-century stepwell in Jodhpur, was restored in 2014 by the Jodhpur Urban Regeneration Project. The conservation revived traditional water management systems and created a cultural public space.
Bidriware involves inlaying silver or gold wire into a blackened zinc-copper alloy, creating a striking contrast.
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Answer: True
Bidriware from Bidar, Karnataka, uses a unique technique: casting zinc-copper alloy, engraving designs, inlaying silver/gold, then blackening with ammonium chloride and soil. The contrast highlights intricate motifs. GI tagged in 2006.
Ganga Mahotsav, a five-day cultural festival, is held annually in Varanasi to honor the River Ganges.
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Answer: True
Ganga Mahotsav in Varanasi (November) celebrates the Ganges with classical music, dance, boat races, and devotional ceremonies. Culminates on Dev Deepavali when ghats are illuminated with earthen lamps.
Odia was declared India's sixth Classical Language in 2014, recognizing its ancient literary tradition.
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Answer: True
Odia (Oriya) was declared a Classical Language in 2014, joining Tamil, Sanskrit, Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam. Criteria include early texts (10th century+), original literary tradition, and distinctness from modern forms.
Raga Mohanam is a pentatonic scale (five notes) used in both Carnatic and Hindustani music.
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Answer: True
Mohanam (Carnatic) / Bhupali (Hindustani) is a pentatonic raga using Sa-Ri-Ga-Pa-Dha. Known for its serene, devotional mood, it is widely used in compositions, film music, and cross-genre collaborations.
The Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya, where Buddha attained enlightenment, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Answer: True
Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya (Bihar) marks the site of Buddha's enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. The current temple dates to 5th-6th century CE. Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002.
Sambalpuri Ikat sarees, featuring geometric and floral patterns, are handwoven in Odisha using resist-dye technique.
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Answer: True
Sambalpuri Ikat from Odisha uses bandha (resist-dye) technique where threads are tie-dyed before weaving. Known for intricate motifs like shankha (conch), chakra (wheel), and phula (flower). Received GI tag in 1993.
Dree Festival, celebrated by the Apatani tribe, is a harvest festival of Arunachal Pradesh.
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Answer: True
Dree Festival is the Apatani tribe's harvest festival in Arunachal Pradesh, celebrated in July. Rituals include sacrifices for good harvest, traditional dances, feasts, and distribution of cucumbers symbolizing prosperity.
Zakir Hussain, maestro of tabla, collaborated with John McLaughlin in the fusion group 'Shakti'.
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Answer: True
Shakti (1970s), founded by John McLaughlin and Zakir Hussain, pioneered Indo-jazz fusion. Featuring tabla, mridangam, ghatam, and violin, it blended Indian classical rhythms with Western improvisation, influencing global music.
The 'Hamzanama', a large illustrated manuscript commissioned by Akbar, depicted adventures of Amir Hamza.
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Answer: True
Hamzanama (1562-1577) was commissioned by Akbar, featuring 1,400 large paintings on cloth depicting Amir Hamza's adventures. It marked the maturation of Mughal painting, blending Persian, Indian, and European styles.
The 'Akbarnama', written by Abul Fazl, is a detailed chronicle of Emperor Akbar's reign in Persian.
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Answer: True
Akbarnama (Book of Akbar) by Abul Fazl (1590s) is a three-volume Persian chronicle covering Akbar's ancestry, reign, and administration. Lavishly illustrated, it is a key source for Mughal history and culture.