Indian Culture Quiz 19 (20 MCQs)

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1. Guldasta in Islamic architecture of India is

Correct Answer: A) An ornamental turret.

2. Of the ancient six philosophical systems of ancient India, which is the oldest one?

Correct Answer: D) Samkhya.

3. 'Hinayana' is the name of which School of Buddhism?

Correct Answer: A) Theravada.

4. Chakan Gaan-Ngai, a post-harvest festival is celebrated in .....

Correct Answer: B) Manipur.

5. The 'Toli Masjid' is located at

Correct Answer: D) Hyderabad.

6. Kathak is a classical dance of

Correct Answer: D) North India.

7. Which among the following is the hallmark feature of the Dravida style of temple architecture?

Correct Answer: B) Vimana.

8. Which language is used in Punjab in speaking?

Correct Answer: C) Punjabi.

9. The Raga which is sung early in the morning is

Correct Answer: A) 92nd Todi.

10. Kartik is a folk dance of

Correct Answer: A) Bundelkhand.

11. What does INC stand for?

Correct Answer: A) Indian National Congress.

12. In Indian mythology, how many avathars or incarnations has Vishnu, one of Hinduism's holy trinity come to the world in?

Correct Answer: D) 10.

13. Who among the following is the God of wealth?

Correct Answer: A) Kubera.

14. When do Hindus celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights?

Correct Answer: C) In October or November.

15. What is the name of the nutty mixture Sikh's eat?

Correct Answer: B) Kara Parshad.

16. About 80% of Indians practice

Correct Answer: D) Hinduism.

17. What was Yudhistra's weakness?

Correct Answer: B) Gambling.

18. Who among the following is the God of the dawn?

Correct Answer: D) Arjuna.

19. What is the Sikh holy book called?

Correct Answer: D) Guru Granth Sahib.

20. How many alphabets are in Gurmukhi?

Correct Answer: B) 35.