Bhimbetka – UPSC Prelims
It is a recognized world heritage site by UNESCO. It is located in the foothills of the Vindhya Mountains in […]
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Jagannath Temple – UPSC Prelims
Construction: It is believed to be constructed in the 12th century by King Anatavarman Chodaganga Deva of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. Mythology:
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Pattachitra Paintings – UPSC Prelims
The Prime Minister has praised the Odisha ‘pattachitra’ painting in the Mann Ki Baat. About Patachitra Painting Pattachitra or Patachitra
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Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple – UPSC Prelims
Location: This temple is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Meaning of the Name: The temple derives its name from the combination of topographical
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Caves with Paintings in India – UPSC Prelims
Caves with Paintings in India: Ajanta : This cave is located in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. Famous fresco paintings of Ajanta are
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Major Theatre Forms – UPSC Prelims
Theatre Forms State Theme Nautanki Uttar Pradesh Often draws on romantic Persian literature for its themes. Tamasha Maharashtra Evolved from the folk
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Yakshagana – UPSC Prelims
Yakshagana is a traditional theatre form of Karnataka. It is a temple art form that depicts mythological stories and Puranas. It is performed
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Dhokra Decorative Pieces – UPSC Prelims
Dhokra artefacts are metal figurines fashioned from bronze and copper based alloys using a ‘lost wax casting’. The name is
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Rahim Khane Khanam Tomb – UPSC Prelims
Located in Nizamuddin, Delhi it was built by Rahim for his wife in 1598. Bulbous domes, canopies and arches, charbagh
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Monpa handmade paper – UPSC Prelims
Monpa Handmade Paper: It is an heritage hand paper art form of Arunachal Pradesh. This handmade paper is also called