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Manipuri Dance Forms

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the various dance forms of Manipur, a state in northeastern India renowned for its rich cultural heritage. Each question will present you with a statement or query related to a specific Manipuri dance form, and you will be required to select the correct answer from the provided options.
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Which of the following is not a classical Manipuri dance form?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Pung Cholom

  3. Kathakali

  4. Manipuri Ras Leela


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kathakali is a classical dance form from Kerala, not Manipur.

The Lai Haraoba dance is primarily performed during which festival?

  1. Holi

  2. Diwali

  3. Durga Puja

  4. Lai Haraoba


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Lai Haraoba festival is a significant religious and cultural festival in Manipur, during which the Lai Haraoba dance is performed.

The Pung Cholom dance is characterized by its energetic movements and the use of which instrument?

  1. Tabla

  2. Dhol

  3. Pung

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Pung Cholom dance is known for its vigorous movements and the use of the pung, a traditional Manipuri drum.

The Manipuri Ras Leela dance is a devotional dance form that depicts the divine love story of which deity?

  1. Lord Shiva

  2. Lord Vishnu

  3. Lord Krishna

  4. Goddess Durga


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Manipuri Ras Leela dance is a beautiful portrayal of the love between Lord Krishna and the gopis (milkmaids).

The Khamba Thoibi dance is a Manipuri dance form that tells the story of a legendary princess named Khamba and her lover Thoibi. What is the central theme of this dance?

  1. Love and separation

  2. War and victory

  3. Devotion and spirituality

  4. Nature and the environment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khamba Thoibi dance revolves around the theme of love and separation between the two protagonists.

The Manipuri Dhol Cholom dance is a vibrant and energetic dance form that is often performed during which occasion?

  1. Weddings

  2. Religious festivals

  3. Harvest festivals

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manipuri Dhol Cholom dance is performed during various occasions, including weddings, religious festivals, and harvest festivals.

The Manipuri Shumang Leela dance is a traditional Manipuri dance-drama form that incorporates elements of which other art forms?

  1. Music

  2. Dance

  3. Drama

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manipuri Shumang Leela dance combines elements of music, dance, and drama to tell stories and convey messages.

The Manipuri Tang-Ta dance is a martial art form that is also performed as a dance. What is the primary weapon used in this dance?

  1. Sword

  2. Spear

  3. Shield

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Manipuri Tang-Ta dance primarily involves the use of the sword as a weapon.

The Manipuri Mayurbhanj Chhau dance is a form of Chhau dance that originated in which region?

  1. Odisha

  2. West Bengal

  3. Jharkhand

  4. Mayurbhanj


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manipuri Mayurbhanj Chhau dance originated in the Mayurbhanj region of Odisha.

The Manipuri Garo dance is a traditional dance form performed by the Garo tribe of Manipur. What is the primary theme of this dance?

  1. Harvest festival

  2. Marriage ceremony

  3. Religious ritual

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manipuri Garo dance is performed during various occasions, including harvest festivals, marriage ceremonies, and religious rituals.

The Manipuri Zeliangrong dance is a traditional dance form performed by the Zeliangrong tribe of Manipur. What is the primary musical instrument used in this dance?

  1. Drum

  2. Flute

  3. Gong

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manipuri Zeliangrong dance incorporates the use of drums, flutes, and gongs as musical instruments.

The Manipuri Thadou dance is a traditional dance form performed by the Thadou tribe of Manipur. What is the primary purpose of this dance?

  1. Entertainment

  2. Religious ceremony

  3. Social gathering

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manipuri Thadou dance serves various purposes, including entertainment, religious ceremonies, and social gatherings.

The Manipuri Kabui dance is a traditional dance form performed by the Kabui tribe of Manipur. What is the primary costume worn by female dancers in this dance?

  1. Longyi

  2. Mekhela chador

  3. Ghagra choli

  4. Kurta pajama


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Female dancers in the Manipuri Kabui dance typically wear a longyi, a traditional wraparound garment.

The Manipuri Hmar dance is a traditional dance form performed by the Hmar tribe of Manipur. What is the primary musical instrument used in this dance?

  1. Flute

  2. Drum

  3. Guitar

  4. Violin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Manipuri Hmar dance is accompanied by the music of the flute as the primary instrument.

The Manipuri Paite dance is a traditional dance form performed by the Paite tribe of Manipur. What is the primary theme of this dance?

  1. Love and romance

  2. War and victory

  3. Harvest festival

  4. Religious ritual


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Manipuri Paite dance primarily revolves around the theme of love and romance.

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