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Q19. With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs: | Famous Shrine | Location | | :--- | :--- | | 1. Tabo monastery and temple complex | Spiti Valley | | 2. Lhotsava Lhakhang | Zanskar Valley | | 3. Alchi Temple Complex | Ladakh | Which of the above pairs given is/are correctly matched ?

With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs:

Famous ShrineLocation
1. Tabo monastery and temple complexSpiti Valley
2. Lhotsava LhakhangZanskar Valley
3. Alchi Temple ComplexLadakh

Which of the above pairs given is/are correctly matched ?

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)

Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2014 • Art and Culture

Correct Answer: Option (C) — 1 and 3 only

Concept & Option Breakdown

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  • Pair 1 is correctly matched: Tabo Monastery was founded in 996 CE and is situated in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is renowned for its well-preserved murals and stucco sculptures, often called the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas'.
  • Pair 2 is incorrectly matched: Lhotsava Lhakhang is located in Nako village within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh (not in Zanskar Valley).
  • Pair 3 is correctly matched: The Alchi Temple Complex is situated in Alchi village in Ladakh, built around the 11th–12th century, known for unique Kashmiri-influenced Buddhist wall paintings.
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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2014 (Q19)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicArt and Culture → Painting & Sculpture
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — 1 and 3 only

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2014 GS Paper I Question 19 (Art and Culture)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2014 Art and Culture (Painting & Sculpture) question is Option (C): "1 and 3 only". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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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.

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