| Post Name | Draftsman Grade II, Caretaker- Clerk - Museums and Zoos |
|---|---|
| Question Paper Code | 174/2023 |
| Category Code | 212/2020, 594/2022 |
| Date of Test | 1 December 2023 |
| Medium of Question | ENGLISH |
| Exam Type | OMR Examination |
| Total Questions | 100 |
1
Primary characteristic of a line in visual art :
Answer
C. It is a continuous mark or stroke with direction
2
What is the complementary colour of blue?
Answer
C. Orange
3
What does texture in visual art refer to?
Answer
C. The sense of touch or visual representation of surface quality
4
The central area of focus or visual interest in a composition is called the :
Answer
B. Focal point
5
In visual art, what term refers to the area within, around, or between objects in a
composition:
Answer
C. Space
6
What principle of composition refers to the distribution of visual weight in an artwork?
Answer
D. Balance
A 3
7
The technique of using light and shadow to create a sense of depth is known as:
Answer
C. Chiaroscuro
8
What is the term for the pleasing arrangement of parts in a composition to create a sense of
visual agreement?
Answer
B. Harmony
9
Which principle of composition involves the repetition of visual elements to create a feeling of
movement?
Answer
A. Rhythm
10
The use of relative size and scale of elements in an artwork is related to the principle of:
Answer
C. Proportion
11
In the creative process, which stage involves collecting information, studying, and gathering
ideas?
Answer
B. Observation
12
Which stage of the creative process involves revisiting and refining an idea with a fresh
perspective?
Answer
A. Elaboration
13
The Bauhaus movement is associated with which period of art?
Answer
B. Modern art
14
Traditional African masks and sculptures are examples of :
Answer
D. Tribal art
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15
Folk art is typically created by:
Answer
C. Everyday people within a community
16
Classical art often refers to art forms that:
Answer
D. Follow established conventions and styles
17
Which art medium uses a slab of limestone and oil-based inks to create images?
Answer
D. Lithography
18
The Sistine Chapel ceiling by Michelangelo is an example of:
Answer
A. Fresco
19
Andy Warhol's iconic pop art pieces often used which printing technique?
Answer
B. Screen printing
20
Henri Rousseau's ‘The Dream’ is an example of which painting medium?
Answer
A. Oil painting
21
Which method of printmaking utilizes acid to etch lines into a metal plate?
Answer
C. Intaglio
22
The Dinner Party by Judy Chicago is an example of:
Answer
B. Installation
23
‘The History of Mexico’ is a famous ––––––––––– by Diego Rivera :
Answer
C. Mural Painting
24
––––––––––– ,is a section of the Vishnu Dharmottara Purana, primarily deals with Painting
and iconography :
Answer
C. Chitra sutra
25
The ancient Sanskrit text on Architectural Civil Engineering known as ––––––––––– is dated
to around the 6th century CE:
Answer
A. Narada Shilpa shastra
26
The iconic bronze sculpture ‘Dancing Girl’, discovered in which site of the Indus Valley
Civilization:
Answer
C. Mohenjo-daro
27
What is the name of the well-preserved sandstone capital dating back to the third century
B.C., that can be found inside Rashtra Pati Bhavan and is associated with Mauryan art?
Answer
B. Rampurva Bull Capital
28
The ‘Dark Princess’ portrayed on the wall of one of the caves at:
Answer
C. Ajanta Caves
29
Where are the Bhimbetka rock art located?
Answer
D. Madhya Pradesh
30
Who discovered the rock art of Edakkal caves?
Answer
C. Fred Fawcett
31
Which dynasty is associated with the construction of the Lomas Rishi cave?
Answer
B. Mauryan Dynasty
32
During which historical period is Indian Poet Kalidasa believed to have lived and created his
literary works?
Answer
C. Gupta Period
33
‘The Heliodorus pillar’ is associated with which historical Indian dynasty?
Answer
D. Shunga
34
The statue of Kanishka, is associated with which ancient Indian empire?
Answer
D. Kushan Empire
35
What artistic style heavily influenced Gandhara art, resulting in idealistic realism and
sensuous description of figures?
Answer
C. Hellenistic art
36
What historical dynasty is associated with the construction of the Bhutanatha group of
temples at Badami?
Answer
C. Chalukya Dynasty
37
Which architectural style is predominant in the Brihadishvara Temple Thanjavur?
Answer
B. Chola
38
‘The Descent of the Ganges’ monument is associated with which heritage site?
Answer
C. Mahabalipuram
39
Which temple at Belur is a notable example of Hoysala architecture?
Answer
B. Chennakesava Temple
40
Kandariya Mahadeva Temple and other temples at Khajuraho were built during which
dynasty?
Answer
C. Chandela Dynasty
41
Who painted the miniature ‘The family of squirrels in the Chinar tree’ during the Mughal
era?
Answer
B. Abu’l Hasan
42
––––––––––– was a renowned artist in the Pahari painting school of Kangra who painted
Hindu Mythological themes in Mughal miniature painting style.
Answer
D. Nainsukh
43
Kalpasutra and Kalakacharya Katha miniature paintings were associated with –––––––––––
religious narratives.
Answer
D. Jain
44
The Red Fort is another iconic Mughal architectural masterpiece built by Emperor ––––––––
in the 17th century:
Answer
C. Shah Jahan
45
Which Paintings were often created under the patronage of the Maratha and Nayak rulers of
the region in South India in 16th century to 18th century?
Answer
B. Tanjore paintings
46
Who was a Mughal artist who worked for the British East India Company renowned for his
detailed and accurate botanical illustrations?
Answer
A. Sheikh Zain al-Din
47
Famous painter Raja Ravi Varma was born in :
Answer
B. 1848
48
Which prominent Bengal School painter painted the artwork depicting “The Last Moments of
Shah Jahan”?
Answer
D. Abanindranath Tagore
49
Who among these is not involved in the art movement of the Bombay Progressive Group?
Answer
D. N. S. Bendre
50
K.C.S. Paniker played a significant role in shaping which art movement?
Answer
B. Madras School of Art
51
Which statement is true/false?
(i) Bhupan Khakker uses the idea of Transvestism (the practice of wearing clothes usually
associated with a different gender, especially by a man who sometimes wears the
clothes, make-up, jewelry, etc.) to make a criticism of the fixed gender divisions in our
society
(ii) This is evident in his works ‘janatha watch repairing’ and you can’t please all’
Answer
B. (i) is true and (ii) is false
52
Unlike the other Artists of the progressive group like F N Souza and S H Raza, Ara never
garnered fame or Aesthetic appreciation during his time :
Answer
B. Ara was a Dalit and represented such subjectivities in his works. Unlike other
progressive group artists
53
The movement and vibrant rhythm which is present in this sculptural representation of
Santals in the sculpture ‘Mill Call’ is not a testimony of their primitive energy :
Answer
A. Above statement is True
54
How did D P Roy Choudari represent workers’ bodies in the sculpture ‘Triumph of labor’?
(i) Homogenized differences of the workers body into an ideal image
(ii) Used abstraction to represent force and labor
(iii) Heroic representation of labor was the hallmark of most of the artist’s works
Answer
B. (i),(iii) is true and (ii) is false
55
Who painted the works ‘Shabari in her youth’, ‘Shabari in her middle age’, Sabari in her old
age, which is based on the mythical figure ‘Sabari’ from a portion of Ramayana, Sabari is
portrayed based on a santhal woman?
Answer
B. Nandalal Bose
56
What is the meaning of “panchavarna,” a term often associated with Kerala’s mural
tradition?
Answer
D. Referring to a five-colored color scheme
57
Who is depicted alongside Goddess Parvathi in the Kerala mural in Vaikom temple?
Answer
D. Lord Ganesha
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58
Some of the images in the Gajendra Moksha panel in Krishnapuram Palace has an influence
of post vijayanagara or Nayaka periods which is evident in the figures of:
Answer
B. Two large female figures in the left
59
What element is rarely used in the color scheme of temple murals in Kerala but prominently
used for depicting Jesus and St. Mary in church murals?
Answer
D. Blue
60
What are the subjects depicted in the large mural panels on the sidewalls of St. Mary’s
Jacobite Syrian Church at Angamali, and how are they arranged?
Answer
C. The Last Judgement and Hell; Arranged in six rows
61
The painting ‘untitled’ by T K Padmini has a depiction of a baby sucking its thumb with toys
scattered around it, the toys are painted in the manner how a child would draw it, what was
T K Padmini referring to with that stylisation of the toys:
Answer
A. A child’s gaze of the world
62
What artistic influences played a significant role in K.G. Subramanyan’s early works?
Answer
C. Expressionism and Cubism
63
In N.N. Rimzon’s artwork “Speaking Stones” (1998), what do the naturally sharp stones
surrounding the crouching nude figure represent?
Answer
C. Depictions of historical communal violence
64
What was the initial plan of Kanayi Kunhiraman before he decided to create the Yakshi
statue in Malampuzha?
Answer
A. He planned to build a statue of a sacred cow
65
Who is the renowned architect behind the design of the Akademi Complex at Thrissur?
Answer
B. Laurie Baker
66
In the public sculpture ‘Mukkola Perumal’, how is 'future’ represented symbolically?
Answer
D. Bird
67
What was the original name of the institution that later became the College of Fine Arts
Kerala, and what type of artifacts were produced there?
Answer
C. Dantha Āppis; Ivory artifacts
68
The prehistoric cave paintings at Lascaux include a remarkable figure known as the “Bird
Man.” What distinguishing characteristics does this ancient artwork possess, and what era is
it generally attributed to?
Answer
A. The figure is shown with a human body and bird head, representing a hybrid
creature. It is attributed to the Paleolithic era
69
What is a characteristic feature of the Mesolithic period?
Answer
D. The use of stone tools and the development of fishing and hunting techniques
70
What is the significance of human-animal hybrids in Paleolithic art?
Answer
C. They suggest a continuity and merging of human and animal characteristics
71
In Bronze and Iron Age societies, what role did metal work primarily play in terms of social
hierarchy and art?
Answer
C. Metalwork became the preferred medium for displaying social distinction
72
What key characteristic is commonly associated with Greek sculpture of the Classical period?
Answer
D. Striving for idealized proportions and naturalistic forms
73
What defining architectural feature is characteristic of Gothic cathedrals and is known for its
verticality and use of pointed arches?
Answer
C. Flying buttresses
74
Which of the following symbolic motifs was commonly used in early Christian art to
represent Jesus Christ?
Answer
A. A lamb
75
Hieronymus Bosch was known for his intricate and fantastical artworks. Which of the
following terms best describes the style of art that Bosch is associated with even though he is
art historically categorized under early Renaissance?
Answer
B. Surrealism
76
What is Piero della Francesca’s artistic style and approach?
Answer
D. His paintings demonstrate a thoughtful balance between order, doubt, and
movement
77
In Sandro Botticelli’s painting “The Birth of Venus,” what allegorical figure is depicted on the
left side of the canvas, ready to clothe Venus with a floral cloak?
Answer
C. Zephyrus
78
What concept is illustrated in Leonardo da Vinci’s “Vitruvian Man,” where a man is depicted
inside both a circle and a square?
Answer
A. The harmony between the human body and nature
79
What renowned Italian artist created the painting “Venus of Urbino,’’ which depicts a
reclining nude woman in a sumptuously detailed interior?
Answer
D. Titian
80
What biblical story is depicted in the central panel of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling?
Answer
A. The Creation of Adam
81
In Leonardo da Vinci’s painting “The Last Supper” which disciple is depicted as being in a
state of shock and protest upon hearing Jesus’ announcement that one of them would betray
him?
Answer
A. Peter
82
What distinguishes Gustave Courbet’s representation of the two men near Maisieres in “The
Stonebreakers” from conventional bourgeois interpretations?
Answer
C. The artist refrains from imposing his own psychology on the subjects
83
What artistic techniques did Jean-François Millet use in ‘The Gleaners” to convey the social
commentary of the artwork?
Answer
D. Utilizing light, shadow, and composition to emphasize the contrast between social
classes
84
Artemisia Gentileschi an accomplished Baroque painter, gained recognition for her powerful
and dramatic depictions of biblical and mythological subjects. Which characteristic of her
work distinguishes her from many of her contemporaries?
Answer
C. Her emphasis on dynamic, emotionally charged scenes
85
How does the composition by Pieter Bruegel the Elder in the artwork “The Return of the
Hunters” contribute to its visual depth and engagement?
Answer
C. The painting features a linear perspective with a single vanishing point, creating
depth
86
Which of these paintings belong to the Post-impressionism movement?
Answer
A. Potato eaters
87
Marcel Duchamp’s enigmatic artwork “The Bride Stripped Bare by Her Bachelors. Even’’ is
known for its intricate layers of symbolism and complex narrative. What innovative medium
did Duchamp use to create this artwork?
Answer
C. Stained Glass
88
René Magritte’s thought-provoking artwork ‘The Treachery of Images” challenges our
perceptions and the relationship between language and representation. Which phrase is
famously inscribed in French beneath the image of a pipe in the artwork?
Answer
A. “This is not a pipe”
89
Andy Warhol’s famous art series “Death and Disaster” primarily focused on :
Answer
D. Depictions of tragic events and accidents
90
In Claude Monet’s painting “Grainstacks” (1890), how does the composition utilize the
arrangement of elements to create a sense of depth and separation between the different
parts of the scene?
Answer
B. The biggest grain stack is placed in the middle foreground, with smaller stacks
behind it
91
What was the subject of the lithograph titled “Sorrow” created by Van Gogh?
Answer
D. A hunched naked figure of a prostitute
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92
In Édouard Manet’s painting “Olympia,” what is the significance of the presence of the
maidservant and the black cat in the composition?
Answer
B. The maidservant highlights the contrast between Olympia’s luxurious lifestyle
and the working class, while the cat adds an element of mystery
93
Walter Benjamin’s essay “Theses on the Philosophy of History” references Paul Klee’s
artwork “Angelus Novus.” How does Benjamin interpret the angel in Klee’s artwork and
what broader concept does he associate with it?
Answer
D. The angel signifies the destructive forces of history
94
In Albrecht Dürer’s painting “Melancholia,” what object does the central figure sit beside?
Answer
A. A globe
95
In the analysis of Gustave Courbet’s “The Stonebreaker” why does the decision not to show
the faces of the laborers raise questions, and how does this relate to broader themes in
Courbet’s works?
Answer
D. The concealed faces underscore the anonymity of labor and connect to recurring
themes in Courbet’s art
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96
In Paul Cézanne’s “The Card Players,” what role do the colors play in creating visual contrast
and unity within the composition?
Answer
C. The colors establish a sense of harmony and coherence by balancing warm and
cool tones
97
What is the significance of Marcel Duchamp’s artwork “L.H.O.O.Q.”?
Answer
C. It challenges conventional ideas of art and originality by defacing a postcard of the
Mona Lisa
98
What significant shift did artist Philip Guston make in his work during the mid-1960s?
Answer
D. Repudiating abstraction and creating figurative paintings resembling comic-strip
imagery
99
What is the significance of Keith Haring’s street mural “Crack is Wack”?
Answer
D. It serves as a graphic warning against the dangers of crack cocaine abuse and
addresses social issues of the period
100
In Jean-Michel Basquiat’s artwork “Irony of Negro Policeman (1981),” how does the artist’s
depiction of skeletal figures and diminishing flesh contribute to the overall theme of the
artwork?
Answer
C. It explores the tragic dimensions of black life
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