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Folk Music of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Which of the following is a traditional musical instrument of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dholak

  4. Khon


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Khon is a traditional drum made from a hollowed-out tree trunk and covered with animal skin. It is played with two sticks and is used to accompany singing and dancing.

What is the name of the traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Jarawa Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Jarawa Dance is a traditional dance performed by the Jarawa people of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is a lively and energetic dance that is often performed during festivals and celebrations.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Qawwali

  3. Lavani

  4. Chari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chari is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is a melodious and soulful song that is often sung during weddings and other festive occasions.

What is the name of the traditional musical instrument of the Nicobarese people?

  1. Veena

  2. Sarangi

  3. Jal Tarang

  4. Kashi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kashi is a traditional musical instrument of the Nicobarese people. It is a bamboo flute that is played with the nose.

Which of the following is a traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during weddings?

  1. Kathak

  2. Kuchipudi

  3. Manipuri

  4. Pawan Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pawan Dance is a traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during weddings. It is a lively and energetic dance that is performed by both men and women.

What is the name of the traditional musical instrument of the Onge people?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dholak

  4. Karon


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Karon is a traditional musical instrument of the Onge people. It is a bamboo flute that is played with the nose.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is sung during festivals?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Qawwali

  3. Lavani

  4. Morchang


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Morchang is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is sung during festivals. It is a melodious and soulful song that is often accompanied by dancing.

What is the name of the traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during funerals?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Kaito Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kaito Dance is a traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during funerals. It is a solemn and respectful dance that is performed by both men and women.

Which of the following is a traditional musical instrument of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is made from a coconut shell?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dholak

  4. Khol


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Khol is a traditional musical instrument of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is made from a coconut shell. It is played with two sticks and is used to accompany singing and dancing.

What is the name of the traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during childbirth?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Sisu Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sisu Dance is a traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during childbirth. It is a joyful and celebratory dance that is performed by both men and women.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is sung during harvest festivals?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Qawwali

  3. Lavani

  4. Karoli


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karoli is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is sung during harvest festivals. It is a melodious and soulful song that is often accompanied by dancing.

What is the name of the traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during hunting expeditions?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Shikar Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Shikar Dance is a traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during hunting expeditions. It is a lively and energetic dance that is performed by both men and women.

Which of the following is a traditional musical instrument of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is made from bamboo?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dholak

  4. Bansuri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bansuri is a traditional musical instrument of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is made from bamboo. It is a flute that is played with the nose.

What is the name of the traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during fishing expeditions?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Machli Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Machli Dance is a traditional dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is performed during fishing expeditions. It is a lively and energetic dance that is performed by both men and women.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is sung during religious festivals?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Qawwali

  3. Lavani

  4. Bhagwan Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bhagwan Dance is a popular folk song of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is sung during religious festivals. It is a melodious and soulful song that is often accompanied by dancing.

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