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The Role of Sports in Indian Religious Pilgrimages

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Which sport is traditionally associated with the Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world?

  1. Cricket

  2. Kabaddi

  3. Kho Kho

  4. Wrestling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wrestling is a traditional sport that has been associated with the Kumbh Mela for centuries. It is believed that wrestling matches held during the Kumbh Mela bring good luck and prosperity.

The Ratha Yatra festival in Puri, Odisha, is known for its grand procession. What is the main attraction of this procession?

  1. A chariot carrying Lord Jagannath

  2. A chariot carrying Lord Krishna

  3. A chariot carrying Lord Shiva

  4. A chariot carrying Lord Vishnu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ratha Yatra festival is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, and the main attraction of the procession is a chariot carrying the idol of Lord Jagannath.

Which sport is played during the annual Palani Pandianpatti Jallikattu festival in Tamil Nadu?

  1. Bullfighting

  2. Jallikattu

  3. Cockfighting

  4. Horse racing


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport that is played during the annual Palani Pandianpatti Jallikattu festival in Tamil Nadu.

The annual Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan is known for its vibrant colors and lively atmosphere. What is the main event of this fair?

  1. Camel races

  2. Camel beauty contests

  3. Camel trading

  4. Camel polo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Camel races are the main event of the annual Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan.

Which sport is traditionally associated with the annual Banke Bihari Temple fair in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Lathmar Holi

  2. Dandiya Raas

  3. Garba

  4. Bhangra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lathmar Holi is a traditional sport that is played during the annual Banke Bihari Temple fair in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh.

The annual Sonepur Mela in Bihar is known for its large gathering of traders and pilgrims. What is the main attraction of this fair?

  1. Cattle trading

  2. Horse trading

  3. Elephant trading

  4. Camel trading


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cattle trading is the main attraction of the annual Sonepur Mela in Bihar.

Which sport is played during the annual Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho Kho

  3. Volleyball

  4. Tug-of-war


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tug-of-war is a traditional sport that is played during the annual Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal.

The annual Konark Dance Festival in Odisha is known for its vibrant performances of classical Indian dance forms. What is the main dance form performed during this festival?

  1. Odissi

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kathakali

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odissi is the main dance form performed during the annual Konark Dance Festival in Odisha.

Which sport is traditionally associated with the annual Tarakeshwari Temple fair in West Bengal?

  1. Wrestling

  2. Kabaddi

  3. Kho Kho

  4. Tug-of-war


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wrestling is a traditional sport that is played during the annual Tarakeshwari Temple fair in West Bengal.

The annual Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan is also known for its vibrant cultural performances. What is the main folk dance performed during this fair?

  1. Kalbelia

  2. Ghoomar

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalbelia is the main folk dance performed during the annual Pushkar Camel Fair in Rajasthan.

Which sport is traditionally associated with the annual Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra festival in Odisha?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho Kho

  3. Tug-of-war

  4. Wrestling


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tug-of-war is a traditional sport that is played during the annual Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra festival in Odisha.

The annual Sonepur Mela in Bihar is also known for its vibrant cultural performances. What is the main folk dance performed during this fair?

  1. Bihu

  2. Bhangra

  3. Lavani

  4. Jhumar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jhumar is the main folk dance performed during the annual Sonepur Mela in Bihar.

Which sport is traditionally associated with the annual Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal?

  1. Kabaddi

  2. Kho Kho

  3. Tug-of-war

  4. Wrestling


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tug-of-war is a traditional sport that is played during the annual Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal.

The annual Konark Dance Festival in Odisha is also known for its vibrant cultural performances. What is the main folk dance performed during this fair?

  1. Odissi

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kathakali

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odissi is the main folk dance performed during the annual Konark Dance Festival in Odisha.

Which sport is traditionally associated with the annual Tarakeshwari Temple fair in West Bengal?

  1. Wrestling

  2. Kabaddi

  3. Kho Kho

  4. Tug-of-war


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wrestling is a traditional sport that is played during the annual Tarakeshwari Temple fair in West Bengal.

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