Q11. Which state is known for the folk dance form Bihu?
a) Assam
b) Meghalaya
c) Tripura
d) Mizoram
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Correct Answer: a) Assam
Explanation: Bihu is a folk dance from Assam, performed during the Bihu festival. It is a joyous dance that celebrates the Assamese New Year and the coming of spring.
Q12. The dance form Rouf is associated with which Indian state?
a) Jammu and Kashmir
b) Himachal Pradesh
c) Uttarakhand
d) Punjab
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Correct Answer: a) Jammu and Kashmir
Explanation: Rouf is a traditional folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir, mainly performed by women during festivals and marriages, characterized by rhythmic steps and clapping.
Q13. Which state is associated with the folk dance Giddha?
a) Punjab
b) Haryana
c) Rajasthan
d) Gujarat
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Correct Answer: a) Punjab
Explanation: Giddha is a popular folk dance of Punjab, performed exclusively by women. It mirrors the vibrant culture of the state and is often performed during Baisakhi.
Q14. The folk dance Padayani is associated with which state?
a) Kerala
b) Tamil Nadu
c) Karnataka
d) Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: a) Kerala
Explanation: Padayani is a traditional folk dance and a ritual art form from Kerala, associated with temple festivals. It involves masks, colorful costumes, and music.
Q15. Which state is known for the folk dance form Raas Leela?
a) Rajasthan
b) Manipur
c) West Bengal
d) Bihar
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Correct Answer: b) Manipur
Explanation: Raas Leela is a classical dance form from Manipur, depicting the divine love of Lord Krishna and Radha. It is performed during religious festivals and is known for its grace and expressiveness.
Q16. The dance form Dandiya Raas is associated with which Indian state?
a) Gujarat
b) Rajasthan
c) Maharashtra
d) Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: a) Gujarat
Explanation: Dandiya Raas is a traditional folk dance of Gujarat, performed with sticks and colorful costumes during Navratri. It is a dance of celebration and joy.
Q17. Which state is associated with the folk dance Jhumar?
a) Punjab
b) Haryana
c) Rajasthan
d) Gujarat
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Correct Answer: a) Punjab
Explanation: Jhumar is a traditional folk dance of Punjab, performed primarily by men. It is characterized by its slow, graceful movements and is often performed during harvest festivals.
Q18. The folk dance Cheraw is associated with which state?
a) Mizoram
b) Nagaland
c) Sikkim
d) Meghalaya
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Correct Answer: a) Mizoram
Explanation: Cheraw is a traditional folk dance of Mizoram, also known as the bamboo dance. It involves precise movements of bamboo staves and is performed during festivals.
Q19. Which state is known for the folk dance form Thang-Ta?
a) Manipur
b) Meghalaya
c) Tripura
d) Mizoram
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Correct Answer: a) Manipur
Explanation: Thang-Ta is a traditional martial art form from Manipur, which combines combat techniques with dance. It is performed with swords and spears, showcasing the martial traditions of the state.
Q20. The dance form Hojagiri is associated with which Indian state?
a) Tripura
b) Meghalaya
c) Sikkim
d) Nagaland
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Correct Answer: a) Tripura
Explanation: Hojagiri is a traditional folk dance of Tripura, performed by the Reang community. It involves balancing and acrobatic feats, primarily performed by women.