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Kingdoms Highlights
Asked 8 times in UPSC Mains · first asked 2013 · last asked 2025 · 95 total marks
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'The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life.' Elucidate.
2025GS-110 marks
'The sculptors filled the Chandella artform with resilient vigor and breadth of life.' Elucidate.
Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South India.
2024GS-110 marks
Estimate the contribution of Pallavas of Kanchi for the development of art and literature of South India.
"Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture." Comment.
2024GS-115 marks
"Though the great Cholas are no more yet their name is still remembered with great pride because of their highest achievements in the domain of art and architecture." Comment.
What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society?
2023GS-115 marks
What were the major technological changes introduced during the Sultanate period? How did those technological changes influence the Indian society?
Discuss the main contributions of Gupta period and Chola period to Indian heritage and culture.
2022GS-115 marks
Discuss the main contributions of Gupta period and Chola period to Indian heritage and culture.
Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate.
2020GS-110 marks
Pala period is the most significant phase in the history of Buddhism in India. Enumerate.
How do you justify the view that the level of excellence of Gupta numismatic art is not at all noticeable in later times?
2017GS-110 marks
How do you justify the view that the level of excellence of Gupta numismatic art is not at all noticeable in later times?
Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss.
2013GS-110 marks
Chola architecture represents a high watermark in the evolution of temple architecture. Discuss.