Social Science

Indian Folk Culture

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Indian folk culture encompasses regional folk dances, festival rituals, and traditional community practices. These cultural elements form a core part of the general awareness syllabus for SSC and state PSC exams. Solve these questions to memorize state wise dance forms and traditions efficiently.

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Indian Folk Culture Questions

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Arunachal Pradesh is performed by the Wancho tribe?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Wancho tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the folk dance performed by the Yobin tribe of Arunachal Pradesh?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Yobin tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Arunachal Pradesh is performed by the Ziro tribe?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Ziro tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the folk dance performed by the Aka tribe of Arunachal Pradesh?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Aka tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Arunachal Pradesh is performed by the Bugun tribe?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Bugun tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the folk dance performed by the Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Arunachal Pradesh is performed by the Khamba tribe?

  1. Ponung

  2. Bardo Chham

  3. Aji Lamu

  4. Nyokum
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Explanation

Ponung is a folk dance performed by the Khamba tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a lively dance performed during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

Which of the following Manipuri dance forms is known for its graceful and fluid movements?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Pung Cholom

  3. Ras Leela

  4. Khamba Thoibi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ras Leela is a Manipuri dance form that depicts the divine love between Lord Krishna and the Gopis. It is characterized by its graceful and fluid movements, symbolizing the harmonious union of the divine and the human.

Multiple choice

Which Manipuri dance form is known for its energetic and vigorous movements?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Pung Cholom

  3. Ras Leela

  4. Khamba Thoibi
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Pung Cholom is a Manipuri dance form that is characterized by its energetic and vigorous movements. It is typically performed by men and involves the use of drums and cymbals.

Multiple choice

Which Manipuri dance form is known for its intricate hand gestures and facial expressions?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Pung Cholom

  3. Ras Leela

  4. Khamba Thoibi
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Khamba Thoibi is a Manipuri dance form that is known for its intricate hand gestures and facial expressions. It is a romantic tale that depicts the love story between Khamba and Thoibi.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular folk dance from Assam?

  1. Bihu

  2. Jhumur

  3. Bhangra

  4. Ghoomar
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Explanation

Bihu is a popular folk dance from Assam, performed during the harvest festival of the same name.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance is known for its graceful movements and intricate footwork, and is performed by women in Manipur?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Manipuri

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Manipuri is a classical dance form from Manipur, known for its graceful movements and intricate footwork, and is performed by women.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance is performed by the Mizo tribe of Mizoram, and is characterized by energetic movements and rhythmic clapping?

  1. Cheraw

  2. Zou

  3. Khasi

  4. Garo
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Explanation

Cheraw is a folk dance performed by the Mizo tribe of Mizoram, characterized by energetic movements and rhythmic clapping.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance is performed by the Naga tribe of Nagaland, and is known for its vibrant costumes and energetic movements?

  1. Wangala

  2. Hornbill

  3. Bishu

  4. Rongmei
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hornbill is a folk dance performed by the Naga tribe of Nagaland, known for its vibrant costumes and energetic movements.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance is performed by the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya, and is characterized by its synchronized movements and intricate footwork?

  1. Shad Nongkrem

  2. Wangala

  3. Bihu

  4. Manipuri
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Explanation

Shad Nongkrem is a folk dance performed by the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya, characterized by its synchronized movements and intricate footwork.