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Exploring the Cultural Mosaic of India: A Quiz on Anthropological Insights

Description: **Exploring the Cultural Mosaic of India: A Quiz on Anthropological Insights** This quiz delves into the rich cultural tapestry of India, exploring the diverse anthropological perspectives that have shaped its unique identity. Test your knowledge of the cultural mosaic that makes India a vibrant and fascinating nation.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is a major linguistic family found in India?

  1. Indo-European

  2. Dravidian

  3. Sino-Tibetan

  4. Austroasiatic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indo-European language family is the most widely spoken in India, with languages such as Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, and Gujarati belonging to this group.

What is the term used to describe the traditional social structure of India?

  1. Caste System

  2. Varna System

  3. Jati System

  4. Gotra System


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Caste System is a complex social hierarchy that categorizes individuals into different social groups based on their birth, occupation, and ritual status.

Which of these is a significant religious festival celebrated in India?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Eid-ul-Fitr

  4. Christmas


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Diwali, Holi, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Christmas are all major religious festivals celebrated in India, reflecting the country's diverse religious traditions.

What is the name of the largest ethnic group in India?

  1. Hindi

  2. Bengali

  3. Marathi

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hindi ethnic group is the largest in India, with a population of over 400 million people.

Which of these is a traditional form of Indian dance?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, and Odissi are all classical Indian dance forms that have been practiced for centuries.

What is the term used to describe the traditional village councils found in India?

  1. Panchayat

  2. Gram Sabha

  3. Nyaya Panchayat

  4. Lok Adalat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Panchayats are traditional village councils that play a significant role in local governance and dispute resolution in rural India.

Which of these is a major river in India?

  1. Ganges

  2. Brahmaputra

  3. Indus

  4. Narmada


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Ganges, Brahmaputra, Indus, and Narmada are all major rivers in India, holding significant cultural and religious importance.

What is the name of the traditional Indian system of medicine?

  1. Ayurveda

  2. Unani

  3. Siddha

  4. Homeopathy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ayurveda is a traditional Indian system of medicine that has been practiced for over 5,000 years.

Which of these is a popular Indian musical instrument?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Shehnai


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Sitar, Tabla, Sarangi, and Shehnai are all popular Indian musical instruments that are used in various genres of Indian music.

What is the term used to describe the traditional Indian art of storytelling?

  1. Katha

  2. Kathak

  3. Kathputli

  4. Kavad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Katha is a traditional Indian art of storytelling that involves a storyteller narrating tales and legends to an audience.

Which of these is a major Indian classical dance form?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, and Odissi are all major Indian classical dance forms that have been practiced for centuries.

What is the name of the traditional Indian system of martial arts?

  1. Kalaripayattu

  2. Silambam

  3. Gatka

  4. Mardani Khel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalaripayattu is a traditional Indian system of martial arts that originated in the state of Kerala.

Which of these is a major Indian folk art form?

  1. Madhubani painting

  2. Warli painting

  3. Patachitra

  4. Gond painting


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Madhubani painting, Warli painting, Patachitra, and Gond painting are all major Indian folk art forms that have been practiced for centuries.

What is the term used to describe the traditional Indian art of puppetry?

  1. Kathputli

  2. Bunraku

  3. Wayang Kulit

  4. Marionette


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathputli is a traditional Indian art of puppetry that involves the use of string puppets to tell stories and enact plays.

Which of these is a major Indian classical music genre?

  1. Hindustani classical music

  2. Carnatic classical music

  3. Qawwali

  4. Baul music


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Hindustani classical music, Carnatic classical music, Qawwali, and Baul music are all major Indian classical music genres that have been practiced for centuries.

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