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

What is the name of the traditional dance performed during Durga Puja in West Bengal?

  1. Dhunuchi Naach

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Odissi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dhunuchi Naach is a traditional dance performed during Durga Puja in West Bengal, where dancers balance earthen pots filled with burning coconut husks on their heads while dancing to the rhythm of the dhak.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular folk song genre in Bihar?

  1. Kajri

  2. Chaiti

  3. Jhumar

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kajri, Chaiti, and Jhumar are all popular folk song genres in Bihar.

Multiple choice

Which folk song genre is associated with the harvest season in Bihar?

  1. Kajri

  2. Chaiti

  3. Jhumar

  4. Bidesia
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chaiti folk songs are associated with the harvest season in Bihar.

Multiple choice

Which folk song genre is associated with the Holi festival in Bihar?

  1. Kajri

  2. Chaiti

  3. Jhumar

  4. Phagua
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Phagua folk songs are associated with the Holi festival in Bihar.

Multiple choice

Which folk song genre is known for its fast tempo and energetic dance moves?

  1. Kajri

  2. Chaiti

  3. Jhumar

  4. Bidesia
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Jhumar folk songs are known for their fast tempo and energetic dance moves.

Multiple choice

Which folk song genre is associated with the Chhath festival in Bihar?

  1. Kajri

  2. Chaiti

  3. Jhumar

  4. Chhathi
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Chhathi folk songs are associated with the Chhath festival in Bihar.

Multiple choice

What are some successful examples of folk music tourism initiatives in India?

  1. The Rajasthan International Folk Festival.

  2. The Nagaland Folk Music Festival.

  3. The Goa Folk Music Festival.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Rajasthan International Folk Festival, the Nagaland Folk Music Festival, and the Goa Folk Music Festival are all successful examples of folk music tourism initiatives in India.

Multiple choice

In the Ramayana, which dance is performed by Lord Rama and his brother Lakshmana to celebrate their victory over the demon king Ravana?

  1. Kathak

  2. Odissi

  3. Manipuri

  4. Anjali Nritya
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Lord Rama and Lakshmana perform the Anjali Nritya to celebrate their triumph over Ravana.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Meghalaya is performed by women during festivals and special occasions?

  1. Wangala

  2. Shad Nongkrem

  3. Ka Shad Mastieh

  4. Nongkrem Dance
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ka Shad Mastieh is a traditional folk dance performed by Khasi women during festivals and special occasions. It is characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork.

Multiple choice

The Shad Nongkrem festival is associated with which tribe of Meghalaya?

  1. Khasi

  2. Garo

  3. Jaintia

  4. Bhoi
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Explanation

The Shad Nongkrem festival is an annual festival celebrated by the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya. It is held to honor the goddess Ka Blei Synshar and to pray for good harvest and prosperity.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Meghalaya is performed by men and women in a circle, holding hands and moving in a clockwise direction?

  1. Wangala

  2. Shad Nongkrem

  3. Ka Shad Mastieh

  4. Nongkrem Dance
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Wangala is a traditional folk dance performed by the Garo tribe of Meghalaya. It is characterized by its energetic movements and lively music.

Multiple choice

The Nongkrem Dance is performed during which festival in Meghalaya?

  1. Wangala

  2. Shad Nongkrem

  3. Ka Shad Mastieh

  4. Bhoi Dance
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Nongkrem Dance is a traditional folk dance performed during the Shad Nongkrem festival, which is an annual festival celebrated by the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Meghalaya is performed by men and women in pairs, holding hands and moving in a synchronized manner?

  1. Wangala

  2. Shad Nongkrem

  3. Ka Shad Mastieh

  4. Bhoi Dance
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bhoi Dance is a traditional folk dance performed by the Bhoi tribe of Meghalaya. It is characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork.

Multiple choice

Which folk dance of Meghalaya is performed by men and women in a line, holding hands and moving in a synchronized manner?

  1. Wangala

  2. Shad Nongkrem

  3. Ka Shad Mastieh

  4. Jaintia Dance
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Jaintia Dance is a traditional folk dance performed by the Jaintia tribe of Meghalaya. It is characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork.

Multiple choice

The Wangala festival is associated with which tribe of Meghalaya?

  1. Khasi

  2. Garo

  3. Jaintia

  4. War
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Wangala festival is an annual festival celebrated by the Garo tribe of Meghalaya. It is held to honor the goddess Ka Blei Synshar and to pray for good harvest and prosperity.