Practice Questions - Art and Culture

1. What significant events occurred after World War II that compelled the
British to reconsider their approach to India? Examine.

2. What aspects of the freedom movement were sparked by Mahatma
Gandhi’s entrance into the national stage? Describe using appropriate
instances.

3. What impact did the First World War have on India’s nationalist
movement’s rhetoric? critically assess

4. Newspapers and periodicals issued by nationalist leaders served as vital weapons for mass mobilisation throughout the freedom movement.
Comment.

5. How did the conflict between Hindus and Muslims harm the fight for
freedom? Describe using appropriate instances.

6. The Indian musical legacy is fundamentally composed of both stringed and
percussion instruments. Illustrate

7. What distinguishing features can you find in East Indian dance styles?
Describe with appropriate examples

8. In India, visual storytelling has always dominated the arts. Elucidate.

9. Ancient Indian literature contains an interesting discourse on medicine and
science. Give instances that will help to illustrate.

10. Discuss the major elements of Buddhist literature using appropriate
examples to illustrate your points.

11. Comment on the fairs socioeconomic significance in the history of India.