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Q20. Consider the following historical places: 1. Ajanta Caves 2. Lepakshi Temple 3. Sanchi Stupa Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?

Consider the following historical places:

  1. Ajanta Caves
  2. Lepakshi Temple
  3. Sanchi Stupa

Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
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Correct Answer: Option (B) — 1 and 2 only

Concept & Option Breakdown

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  • 1 is correct: Ajanta Caves (Maharashtra) contain some of the finest ancient Indian mural paintings dating from the 2nd century BCE to the 5th–6th century CE, executed using the tempera technique.
  • 2 is correct: The Veerabhadra Temple at Lepakshi (Andhra Pradesh), built during the Vijayanagara Empire (16th century), is celebrated for its vivid ceiling murals illustrating mythological scenes.
  • 3 is incorrect: Sanchi Stupa is renowned for its stone relief carvings, gateways (toranas), and stupa architecture, but not for mural paintings.
Elimination Heuristic & Exam Approach

Elimination: Sanchi Stupa is famous for its stone torana reliefs and railings; it does not feature significant surviving mural paintings. Eliminating 3 leaves only (b).

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2013 (Q20)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicArt and Culture → Painting & Sculpture
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — 1 and 2 only

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2013 GS Paper I Question 20 (Art and Culture)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2013 Art and Culture (Painting & Sculpture) question is Option (B): "1 and 2 only". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2013 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Art and Culture" and micro-topic "Painting & Sculpture". You can explore all repeated questions from Painting & Sculpture in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

How can I solve this Painting & Sculpture UPSC Prelims question using option elimination?

Elimination: Sanchi Stupa is famous for its stone torana reliefs and railings; it does not feature significant surviving mural paintings. Eliminating 3 leaves only (b).

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