QUESTIONS : MGAP 2023 B4

Note:

  1. Select 1 Question

  2. Do write your Registration number, Date of Questions, World Limit and Question no. clearly on the top of first page of your answer copy. 

  3. Rename your file as: Registration No._Date of Questions. Eg. 115P121_12June

  4. Must write Question on Answer copy OR Attach a screenshot of the Question

  5. World limit as specified, should be adhered to it. 

Question: Write in 150 Words

The Mughal School of Painting is considered to be a landmark in the history of painting in India. Elucidate.

Approach:

  • Briefly explain the genesis of Mughal School of painting and its characteristics. 
  • Discuss how Mughal School enriched the art of painting in India. 
  • Cite some works of Mughal School of Paintings. 

OR

Question: Write in 250 Words

The evolution of temple-building in India can be attributed to factors such as changing form of worship, improvement in the skills of the craftsmen and the increase in funding provided by kings and rich merchants. Examine.

Approach:

  • First, write about the practices of worship during Indus Valley civilization, Vedic period and later times and its final culmination to the temple
  • In the second connect the improvement of the skills of the craftsmen with the improvisation of temple architecture.
  • In the last part, give the information about the patronage provided for the temple

OR

Question: Write in 250 Words

Do you agree that Caste System, though predominantly associated with Hindu society, is present in various forms across many other religious communities in India? Substantiate with examples.

OR

Question: Write in 150 Words

Indian Philosophy and tradition played a significant role in conceiving and shaping the monuments and their art in India. Discuss. (PYQ)