GSEB Class 10 SOCIAL SCIENCE Places of Indian Cultural Heritage Model Test paper
SECTION A (20 × 1 = 20 marks)
Question 1-20 are Multiple Choice Questions of 1 mark each:
- Which of the following is NOT a main type of Vav architecture?
- (a) Nanda
- (b) Bhadra
- (c) Vijaya
- (d) Kailash
- The Rani-ni-Vav (Step-well of Queen) is located in which city?
- (a) Ahmedabad
- (b) Patan
- (c) Junagadh
- (d) Mehsana
- Which temple is built in the Dravidian style of art?
- (a) Qutub Minar
- (b) Kailash Temple
- (c) Sun Temple of Konark
- (d) Bruhdeswhar Temple
- The famous Mahabalipuram is located in which state?
- (a) Karnataka
- (b) Tamil Nadu
- (c) Odisha
- (d) Kerala
- How many temples are currently in existence at Khajuraho?
- (a) 10
- (b) 15
- (c) 25
- (d) 64
- The Sun Temple of Konark is dedicated to which deity?
- (a) Lord Shiva
- (b) Lord Vishnu
- (c) Sun God
- (d) Lord Krishna
- The Bruhdeswhar Temple is located at:
- (a) Mahabalipuram
- (b) Tanjavur
- (c) Kanchipuram
- (d) Pattadakal
- Ajanta caves are divided into two categories. They are:
- (a) Buddhist and Jain
- (b) Chaityas and Viharas
- (c) Hindu and Buddhist
- (d) Temples and Monasteries
- How many caves are there in Ellora?
- (a) 17
- (b) 29
- (c) 34
- (d) 50
- Which cave number at Ellora houses the Kailash temple?
- (a) Cave no. 1
- (b) Cave no. 10
- (c) Cave no. 16
- (d) Cave no. 29
- The Elephanta caves are located near which city?
- (a) Pune
- (b) Mumbai
- (c) Nashik
- (d) Aurangabad
- The Taj Mahal was built by which Mughal King?
- (a) Akbar
- (b) Jahangir
- (c) Shah Jahan
- (d) Aurangzeb
- In which year was the construction of Taj Mahal started?
- (a) 1621 AD
- (b) 1631 AD
- (c) 1641 AD
- (d) 1651 AD
- The Red Fort was built by:
- (a) Shah Jahan in 1638 AD
- (b) Akbar in 1565 AD
- (c) Humayun in 1550 AD
- (d) Aurangzeb in 1680 AD
- Qutub Minar is located at:
- (a) Agra
- (b) Delhi
- (c) Fatehpur Sikri
- (d) Lahore
- Fatehpur Sikri was founded by:
- (a) Babur
- (b) Humayun
- (c) Akbar
- (d) Jahangir
- The Basilica of Bom Jesus Church is located in:
- (a) Mumbai
- (b) Goa
- (c) Kerala
- (d) Tamil Nadu
- Champaner was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in which year?
- (a) 1987
- (b) 1995
- (c) 2004
- (d) 2014
- How many monuments of Indian cultural and natural heritage have been included in the world heritage site by UNESCO?
- (a) 20
- (b) 25
- (c) 32
- (d) 40
- Which of the following is a famous pilgrimage site in Gujarat?
- (a) Badrinath
- (b) Dwarka
- (c) Jagannathpuri
- (d) Rameshwaram
SECTION B (4 × 2 = 8 marks)
Very Short Answer Type Questions (Answer in not more than 40 words)
- What is a Vav? Name any two main types of Vav architecture. (2)
- Distinguish between Chaityas and Viharas. (2)
- Name any four important pilgrimage sites in India mentioned in your textbook. (2)
- Write a short note on the Sidi Saiyed Grill of Ahmedabad. (2)
SECTION C (5 × 3 = 15 marks)
Short Answer Type Questions (Answer in not more than 60 words)
- Describe the architectural features of South Indian Temples of Ancient India. (3)
- Write a note on the historical importance of Dholaveera and Lothal. (3)
- Explain the significance of the caves of Ajanta with special reference to their art and paintings. (3)
- Describe the main features of the Kailash Temple at Ellora. (3)
OR
Describe the architectural features of the Elephanta caves.
- Write a short note on the cultural heritage of Gujarat with reference to monuments. (3)
SECTION D (4 × 5 = 20 marks)
Long Answer Type Questions (Answer in not more than 120 words)
- “The Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world.” Justify this statement by explaining its architectural features and historical significance. (5)
OR
Describe the architectural magnificence of the Red Fort built by Shah Jahan.
- Explain the architectural features of the temples at Khajuraho. Why are they considered important examples of Indian temple architecture? (5)
- Write a detailed note on the Sun Temple of Konark with special reference to its architectural uniqueness and symbolism. (5)
- “India is a treasure house of rich cultural heritage.” Explain this statement with reference to the places of Indian cultural heritage. (5)
SECTION E (3 × 4 = 12 marks)
