B.P.S.C. District Art & Culture Officer 2021
The Hoysala style (1050–1300 AD) developed in the southern region of Karnataka; therefore statement 1 is correct. 2. The beginning of Hoysala art can be traced to the Early Chalukya temples at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal; statement 2 is also correct. 3. An important monument employing this art is the Keshava Temple at Belur; statement 3 is also correct. 4. Hoysala temples are richly ornamented, and soapstone was used extensively. Since soapstone is softer and more suitable for carving than sandstone, statement 4 is incorrect. 15. Consider the following statements about festivals and fairs in India. 1. The main attraction of the Pooram festival held in Thrissur, Kerala is the parade of magnificently decorated elephants. 2. Bihu festival is celebrated in Assam. (149) General Studies ## Page 48 CLICK HERE - JOIN @APNAPDFS 3. Karthigai is celebrated on Kartik Purnima in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and some parts of Kerala. 4. The famous Pushkar Mela is held in the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan. Which of the statements given above are correct?
a3 and 4 only
bOnly 2 and 3
c1 and 2 only
d1, 2 and 3✓ Correct
Explanation
The Pushkar fair is organized in Ajmer district of Rajasthan, at Pushkar. The famous temple of Lord Brahma is also located at Pushkar, and Pushkar is also known for Jain pilgrimage sites. Bihu is celebrated in Assam. The main attraction of the Pooram festival is the elephant parade. Karthigai is celebrated on Kartik Purnima in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and some parts of Kerala.
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