KAS: Paper-I (C)1. Cultural Heritage of Kerala — Art Forms, Literature, Sculpture, Architecture, Society

Which among the following is not related with medicine in Kerala?

With reference to the temple architecture of Kerala, consider the following statements: 1. Pallava style of architecture influenced temple architecture in Kerala. 2. Koothambalam is an important feature of Kerala temple architecture. 3. Vimana is an important feature of Kerala temples. Which of the above is/are not correct?

Which among the following palace is famous for its mural painting 'Gajendramoksha'?

With reference to caste system in Kerala, consider the following statements: 1. 'Mannappedi' and 'Pulappedi' were abolished by Sri Kerala Varma of Venad by issuing an order. 2. 'Sankara Smriti' is a text dealing with caste rules and practices. 3. 'Channar' agitation was a caste movement. Which of the statement/statements is/are correct?

Consider the following: 1. Revathipattathanam was an annual scholarly assembly patronised by Zamorin of Calicut. 2. 'Kadannirikkal' is an important aspect of Revathipattathanam. 3. Head of Payyur family was the chief judge of Revathipattathanam. Which among the above statement/s is/are NOT correct?

Consider the following: 1. 'Parahita' system of astronomy existed in Kerala. 2. Katapayadi system employed letters to denote numbers. 3. 'Laghubhaskareeya Vyakhya' is an astronomical work. Which among the above statement/s are correct?