Ethnic and Linguistic Diversity

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of the ethnic and linguistic diversity of India, a country renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant tapestry of languages and ethnic groups.
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Which of the following is NOT a major ethnic group in India?

  1. Aryans

  2. Dravidians

  3. Mongoloids

  4. Negritos


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Negritos are not a major ethnic group in India, unlike the Aryans, Dravidians, and Mongoloids.

Which language family is the most widely spoken in India?

  1. Indo-Aryan

  2. Dravidian

  3. Sino-Tibetan

  4. Austroasiatic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indo-Aryan language family is the most widely spoken in India, with languages like Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, and Gujarati being prominent members.

Which state in India has the highest linguistic diversity?

  1. Arunachal Pradesh

  2. Assam

  3. Meghalaya

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh is known for its exceptional linguistic diversity, with over 50 distinct languages spoken within its borders.

Which of the following is a Dravidian language?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Kannada

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam are all Dravidian languages spoken in southern India.

Which ethnic group is primarily concentrated in the northeastern region of India?

  1. Mongoloids

  2. Aryans

  3. Dravidians

  4. Negritos


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mongoloid ethnic group is predominantly found in the northeastern region of India, including states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Nagaland.

Which language is recognized as the official language of India?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the official language of India, although English is also widely used as an associate official language.

Which ethnic group is known for its traditional martial arts and warrior culture?

  1. Rajputs

  2. Marathas

  3. Sikhs

  4. Jats


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rajputs are renowned for their martial prowess and historical role as warriors and rulers in various parts of India.

Which Dravidian language is spoken by the largest number of people in India?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Kannada

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Telugu is the Dravidian language with the largest number of speakers in India, primarily concentrated in the state of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Which state in India has the highest concentration of tribal population?

  1. Odisha

  2. Chhattisgarh

  3. Jharkhand

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odisha has the highest concentration of tribal population in India, with over 60 different tribal communities residing within its borders.

Which ethnic group is known for its distinct folk music and dance traditions?

  1. Gonds

  2. Bhils

  3. Santhals

  4. Todas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Todas, an ethnic group primarily found in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, are known for their unique folk music and dance traditions.

Which language is spoken by the majority of the population in the state of Maharashtra?

  1. Marathi

  2. Hindi

  3. Gujarati

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marathi is the predominant language spoken by the majority of the population in the state of Maharashtra.

Which ethnic group is known for its traditional weaving and textile crafts?

  1. Kashmiris

  2. Punjabis

  3. Sindhis

  4. Gujaratis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gujaratis are renowned for their traditional weaving and textile crafts, such as the intricate embroidery of Kutch.

Which language is spoken by the majority of the population in the state of West Bengal?

  1. Bengali

  2. Hindi

  3. Odia

  4. Assamese


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bengali is the predominant language spoken by the majority of the population in the state of West Bengal.

Which ethnic group is known for its traditional boat racing competitions?

  1. Keralites

  2. Tamilians

  3. Andhraites

  4. Karnatakans


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Keralites are famous for their traditional boat racing competitions, particularly the snake boat races held during the Onam festival.

Which language is spoken by the majority of the population in the state of Punjab?

  1. Punjabi

  2. Hindi

  3. Haryanvi

  4. Dogri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Punjabi is the predominant language spoken by the majority of the population in the state of Punjab.

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