1. ________ dance, performed by Buddhists to ward off evil spirits, is a dance form of Himachal Pradesh.
- Chham
- Natya
- Dham
- Gogra
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Answer: A) Chham
Explanation: Chham dance, performed by Buddhists to ward off evil spirits, is a dance form of Himachal Pradesh. The ritual is performed for the greater good of humanity, destruction of bad spirits, and for moral instruction to viewers.
2. _______ is a group folk dance of Sikkim performed in honour of Mount Khangchendzonga, the guardian deity of the Sikkimese people.
- Zo-Mal-Lok
- Tendong Lo Rum Faat
- Chu-Faat
- Kinchum-Chu-Bomsa
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Answer: C) Chu-Faat
Explanation: Chu-Faat is a group folk dance of Sikkim performed in honour of Mount Khangchendzonga, the guardian deity of the Sikkimese people. This dance is performed while carrying butter lamps and green bamboo leaves with devotional songs.
3. ‘Thoda’ a sport dance belongs to which of the following states?
- Sikkim
- Andhra Pradesh
- Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh
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Answer: D) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation: ‘Thoda’ is a sport and martial art dance belonging to the state of Himachal Pradesh. This impressive art form relies on archery prowess, dating back to the days of the Mahabharata, when bows and arrows were used in battles in the picturesque valleys of Kullu and Manali.
4. Poush Mela displays local artisans displaying folk dances, music, food, and culture of ______.
- Gujarat
- West Bengal
- Rajasthan
- Uttarakhand
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Answer: B) West Bengal
Explanation: Poush Mela is an annual fair and festival that takes place in Santiniketan, Birbhum District of West Bengal, marking the harvest season. Key features include live performances of Bengali folk music like baul, kirtan, and kobigan.
5. _______ is the traditional musical instrument of the Limboo community of Sikkim.
- Chyap-Brung
- Jeurum Silly
- Naumati
- Chutkay
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Answer: A) Chyap-Brung
Explanation: Chyap-Brung is a traditional musical instrument of the Limboo community in Sikkim. Dancers hang this drum around their necks, beating it with a palm on one side and a stick on the other side during performances.
6. Which tribe of Pakistan performs a traditional dance form called ‘Waziri Dance’?
- Sindhi
- Baloch
- Pashtu
- Brahuis
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Answer: C) Pashtu
Explanation: The Pashtun tribe of Pakistan performs the ‘Waziri Dance’. Waziristan, a region in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas, showcases this traditional dance as part of Pashtun culture.
7. “Viyahula Giddha” is a popular folk dance performed during marriages in which Indian state?
- Odisha
- Gujarat
- Punjab
- Jharkhand
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Answer: C) Punjab
Explanation: “Viyahula Giddha” is a popular folk dance performed during marriages in Punjab and Pakistan. Dancers form a circle, with one person playing the dholki in the center.
8. Bhavai is a traditional dance form of ______.
- Gujarat
- Bihar
- Punjab
- Maharashtra
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Answer: A) Gujarat
Explanation: Bhavai is a folk dance form popular in Gujarat and Rajasthan. It includes music performed by men using string and percussion instruments.
9. ‘Kandyan Dance’ is the common dance of which country?
- India
- Bhutan
- Sri Lanka
- Nepal
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Answer: C) Sri Lanka
Explanation: Kandyan dance is a traditional dance of Sri Lanka, originating from the Kandy region. It encompasses various forms native to the central hill area and is now widespread throughout the country.
10. ‘Ottamthullal’ is a traditional dance form popular in which Indian state?
- Andhra Pradesh
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
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Answer: C) Kerala
Explanation: Ottamthullal is a traditional dance and poetic performance form of Kerala, introduced in the 18th century by Kunchan Nambiar.
11. Which of the following art forms of Kerala is in UNESCO’s list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity? [SSC CHSL 1 July 2019 (Evening)]
- Theyyam
- Kutiyattam
- Chakyar Koothu
- Thiruvathirakali
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Answer: B) Kutiyattam
Explanation: Koodiyattam (Kutiyattam), meaning “combined acting” in Malayalam, combines Sanskrit theatre performance with elements of traditional Koothu. It is traditionally performed in temple theatres known as Koothambalams. This art form of Kerala is in UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
12. Who amongst the following established an institution named ‘Kalashram’ for imparting training in dance and associated disciplines? [SSC CHSL 4-7-2019 (Afternoon)]
- Shambhu Maharaj
- Pandit Birju Maharaj
- Sitara Devi
- Lachhu Maharaj
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Answer: B) Pandit Birju Maharaj
Explanation: Pandit Birju Maharaj established an institution named ‘Kalashram’ for imparting training in dance and associated disciplines. Kalashram focuses on imparting training especially in the field of Kathak.
13. The dance form ‘Dandia’ is synonymous with____. [SSC CPO 16/03/2019 (Morning)]
- Bihu
- Navratri
- Onam
- Ganesh Chaturthi
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Answer: B) Navratri
Explanation: The dance form ‘Dandia’ is synonymous with Navratri. Dandiya is the socio-religious folk dance originating from the Indian state of Gujarat and popularly performed in the festival of Navratri. The dance is performed in the Marwar region of Rajasthan too.
14. ‘Rauf is a folk dance associated with the state of______. [SSC CPO 12/03/2019 (Morning)]
- Haryana
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Jammu and Kashmir
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Answer: D) Jammu and Kashmir
Explanation: There are several folk dance forms which have particularly originated and flourished in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. In this beautiful dance form, there are women who line up in two rows facing each other and perform this beautiful dance during the spring time in beautiful costumes.
15. Which of the following is a dance form from Karnataka? [SSC CPO 12/03/2019 (Evening)]
- Rouf
- Karma
- Lava
- Bayalata
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Answer: D) Bayalata
Explanation: Dollu Kunitha is a major form of folk-dance performance in Karnataka. The Dollu Kunitha is characterized by vigorous drum beats, quick movement and synchronized group formations. It is accompanied by singing.
16. The famous dancer Chemancheri Kunhiraman Nair is associated with which of the following dance forms? [SSC CHSL 8-7-2019 (Evening)]
- Sattriya
- Mohiniyattam
- Kathakali
- Manipuri
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Answer: C) Kathakali
Explanation: Chemancheri Kunhiraman Nair is a veteran in the art form of Kathakali. The Government of India awarded him the fourth highest civilian honor of the Padma Shri in 2017.
17. To which state does the traditional folk dance ‘Gotipua’ belong? [SSC-CHSL 3 JULY 2019 (Evening)]
- West Bengal
- Odisha
- Bihar
- Chhattisgarh
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Answer: B) Odisha
Explanation: Gotipua is a traditional dance form in the state of Odisha, India, and the precursor of Odissi classical dance. It has been performed in Odisha for centuries by young boys, who dress as women to praise Jagannath and Krishna.
18. Which among the following is a dance form from the state of Arunachal Pradesh? [SSC CPO 13/03/2019 (Morning)]
- Popir
- Bhavai
- Sattriya
- Purbi
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Answer: A) Popir
Explanation: Popir is one among the most popular dance forms of Arunachal Pradesh. It is an indigenous dance form of Adi tribes. This beautiful dance form shows great resemblance with the Ponung Dance. Popir Dance is usually conducted on the occasion of Mopin Festival. The dance is mainly performed by young girls; the performers wear white dresses and elaborate headgears. Popir dance is also performed by Galos.
19. Which of the following is NOT recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage(ICH) by UNESCO? [SSC CPO 15/03/19 (Morning)]
- Sitar Vadan
- Yoga
- Kumbh Mela
- Chhau dance
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Answer: A) Sitar Vadan
Explanation: Sitar Vadan is not recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage(ICH) by UNESCO. The National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India is an attempt to recognize the diversity of Indian culture embedded in its intangible heritage.
20. Lavani is a folk dance of which of the following states of India? [SSC MTS 09/08/2019 (Afternoon)]
- Rajasthan
- Jharkhand
- Gujarat
- Maharashtra
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Answer: D) Maharashtra
Explanation: In the state of Maharashtra, a combination of traditional songs and folk dances is performed to the beat of Dholki. Lavani folk dance is also popular in other states of Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
