Question Discussion & Solution

The incorrect pair is Mimamsa - Shankaracharya.

Key Points

• The Mimamsa Sutra or the Purva Mimamsa Sutras, written by Rishi Jaimini is one of the most important ancient Hindu philosophical texts.
• It forms the basis of Mimamsa, the earliest of the six orthodox schools (Darshanas) of Indian philosophy.

Additional Information

• Sage Kapila is traditionally known as a founder of the Samkhya school.
• The Sanskrit philosopher Kanada Kashyapa (2nd–3rd century) expounded its theories and is credited with founding the Vaisheshika Philosophy.
• Gautama Muni is the founder of Nyaya Philosophy.

The correct answer is Bihar

Important Points

• Mahabodhi Temple is a Buddhist temple which is located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar.
• It was built by Emperor Ashoka.
• It is one of the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely from bricks.
• It was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2002.

The correct answer is Mughal period.

Key Points

• Uttar Pradesh has a rich variety of architecture.
• The architecture of Uttar Pradesh showcases a fabulous wealth of structures inspired by the conferences of Buddhist, Hindu, Indo-Islamic and Indo-European cultures.
• The architecture of the Mauryan period is an ancient one and is often characterised by the usage of the sandstone of Chunar.
• Lion Pillar of Sarnath located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, was built during the Mauryan Period.
• Medieval architecture was developed by Sharqi rulers in Uttar Pradesh.
• In 1408, Atala Mosque was built in Sharqi style by Ibrahim Sharqi.
• The composite Indian and Muslim style of architecture reached their peak during the Mughal period.
• The Mughal style of architecture flourished during the reign of Akbar and Shah Jahan, and the Taj Mahal is a living example of that.
• The unique features of Mughal architecture were the use of marbles, smooth and colourful floors, inlay work and happy blending of Indian and Muslim styles.
• Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri Fort, Tomb of Akbar, Chhota Imambara and Jama Masjid are examples of the Mughal syle of architecture.

• First University in Uttar Pradesh to provide music education was Bhatkhande Music Institute Deemed University
• It was formerly known as Bhatkhande Music Institute or Bhatkhande Hindustani Music University.
• It is situated in Lucknow.
• Bhatkhande Music Institute Established in 1926 by Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande.

Notable alumni of University:

• Leela Desai
• K. G. Ginde
• Anup Jalota
• Saraswati Devi
• V. G. Jog
• Kanika Kapoor

The correct answer is Jhingurdah Temple.

Key Points

• Jhingurdah Temple is located on the Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh border.
• It is situated in the Oadi hills in Jhingurdah near Singrauli district.
• This temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
• Some community believes that Lord Hanuman was born here.
• It was built 200 years ago in the South-Indian style by the Singrauli Rajgharana.
• It is the only temple in the world where coconut is sacrificed before offering ladoos, garlands, and flowers.

Additional Information

• Oadi Fair is also organized in the Jhingurdah Temple.
• This fair is organized at the time of Diwali.
• It is 10 days fair visited by a huge population.