Tribal Music and Dance

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Which of the following is a popular tribal dance from Odisha?

  1. Odissi

  2. Chhau

  3. Ghumura

  4. Kathakali


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ghumura is a popular tribal dance from Odisha, known for its energetic movements and rhythmic beats.

The traditional musical instrument of the Santhal tribe is called:

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

  4. Tumdak


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tumdak is a traditional musical instrument of the Santhal tribe, made from a bamboo tube and played by blowing air into it.

Which tribal dance form is known for its vibrant costumes and elaborate headgear?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Bihu

  4. Chhau


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhau is a tribal dance form from Odisha, West Bengal, and Jharkhand, known for its vibrant costumes, elaborate headgear, and energetic movements.

The traditional music of the Gond tribe is known as:

  1. Baiga

  2. Muria

  3. Pardi

  4. Dhurwa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dhurwa is the traditional music of the Gond tribe, characterized by its rhythmic beats and soulful melodies.

Which tribal dance form is performed during the harvest festival in Maharashtra?

  1. Lavani

  2. Kolam

  3. Powada

  4. Dindi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dindi is a tribal dance form performed during the harvest festival in Maharashtra, known for its colorful costumes and rhythmic beats.

The traditional musical instrument of the Bhil tribe is called:

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Bhapang


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bhapang is a traditional musical instrument of the Bhil tribe, made from a gourd and played by plucking its strings.

Which tribal dance form is known for its graceful movements and intricate footwork?

  1. Kuchipudi

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kathak

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Odissi is a classical dance form from Odisha, known for its graceful movements, intricate footwork, and expressive storytelling.

The traditional music of the Munda tribe is known as:

  1. Ho

  2. Santhal

  3. Bhumij

  4. Oraon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ho is the traditional music of the Munda tribe, characterized by its rhythmic beats and soulful melodies.

Which tribal dance form is performed during the spring festival in Gujarat?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Bihu

  4. Chhau


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Garba is a tribal dance form performed during the spring festival in Gujarat, known for its colorful costumes, rhythmic beats, and energetic movements.

The traditional musical instrument of the Toda tribe is called:

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Pembong


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pembong is a traditional musical instrument of the Toda tribe, made from a bamboo tube and played by blowing air into it.

Which tribal dance form is known for its acrobatic movements and high-energy performances?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Bihu

  4. Chhau


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhangra is a tribal dance form from Punjab, known for its acrobatic movements, high-energy performances, and lively music.

The traditional music of the Khasi tribe is known as:

  1. Lai-Haroh

  2. Wangala

  3. Shad Nongkrem

  4. Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lai-Haroh is the traditional music of the Khasi tribe, characterized by its rhythmic beats and soulful melodies.

Which tribal dance form is performed during the monsoon festival in Kerala?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Bihu

  4. Theyyam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Theyyam is a tribal dance form performed during the monsoon festival in Kerala, known for its elaborate costumes, colorful masks, and ritualistic performances.

The traditional musical instrument of the Naga tribe is called:

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Tati


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tati is a traditional musical instrument of the Naga tribe, made from a bamboo tube and played by blowing air into it.

Which tribal dance form is known for its rhythmic beats and energetic movements?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Bihu

  4. Chhau


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bihu is a tribal dance form from Assam, known for its rhythmic beats, energetic movements, and colorful costumes.

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