16. What is the primary building material used in the construction of ancient Indian temples and monuments?
A) Brick
B) Wood
C) Stone
D) Mud
Answer: C) Stone
17. Which ancient Indian architecture style is known for its rockcut monasteries and chaityas (prayer halls)?
A) Mughal
B) IndoAryan
C) Dravidian
D) Buddhist
Answer: D) Buddhist
18. The Lotus Temple in Delhi is an example of which architectural style?
A) IndoAryan
B) Dravidian
C) Modern
D) Mughal
Answer: C) Modern
19. Which ancient Indian city is associated with the discovery of the famous “Dancing Girl” bronze sculpture?
A) Lothal
B) Kalibangan
C) Harappa
D) MohenjoDaro
Answer: D) MohenjoDaro
20. What is the central theme of the carvings on the Khajuraho temples?
A) Hindu deities
B) Jainism
C) Erotic art
D) Buddhism
Answer: C) Erotic art