2013 GS Paper I, all questions
UPSC Prelims 2013 · GS Paper I
Question 57: History and Culture
Consider the following historical places :
- 1.Ajanta Caves
- 2.Lepakshi Temple
- 3.Sanchi Stupa
Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?
a1 only
b1 and 2 only
c1, 2 and 3
dNone
AnswerUPSC’s answer is (b).
The Ajanta caves are famous for Buddhist murals painted over several centuries. The Lepakshi temple in Andhra Pradesh, built in Vijayanagara times, has large murals on its ceilings and walls. Sanchi Stupa is known for its carved gateways and railings with sculpture, not for paintings. So 1 and 2 only are also known for mural paintings.
- 1. Ajanta caves have famous Buddhist murals.
- 2. Lepakshi temple has Vijayanagara-era murals.
- 3. Sanchi is known for sculpture and gateways.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) Wrong. Lepakshi also has murals.
- (b) Correct. Ajanta and Lepakshi have murals.
- (c) Wrong. Sanchi is known for sculpture, not murals.
- (d) Wrong. Ajanta and Lepakshi are known for murals.
Answer: UPSC’s key. Explanation: written by UPSC Grade, not by UPSC.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2013, General Studies Paper I, Series A. The paper on upsc.gov.in.