Uttar Pradesh GK MCQ Question and Answer | State Gk MCQ

The stone crafts of Uttar Pradesh have flourished to a great extent due to the fact that the Muslim rulers of India have patronised this craft to a great extent. The stone crafts in Uttar Pradesh reached the zenith of excellence during the Mughal period when the Taj Mahal was made. The famous among the stone crafts of Uttar Pradesh is the mosaic work of Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri.

The Mughal style of painting was started by the second Mughal Emperor Humayun. He brought along with him 2 eminent Persian artists - Abd al-Samad and Mi Sayyed Ali when he returned from his exile.

Due to Muslim rulers, Uttar Pradesh's stone crafts have flourished to a large extent.

Miniature paintings were brought to India by the Mughals who were assisted by Persians because these paintings depict the events and lifestyles of the Mughals and their places.

The correct answer is Firozabad. Firozabad city of Uttar Pradesh is known as 'Suhag Nagri', this city is famous for making glass bangles. It is also known as the 'City of glasses'.

Hand block printing starts with wooden blocks, fabric and dye. The blocks of wood are carved to create the design that will be put on the fabric.

Some portions of Uttar Pradesh are also marked for animal clay figures. Gorakhpur has villages that are known for producing such figures. Terracotta horses too are produced by the artisans of this city in Uttar Pradesh. The potter creates the basic form by tossing separate pieces on the wheel that are assembled later.