Indian Thali

Description: Indian Thali Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of the Traditional Indian Platter
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What is the traditional name for the round metal plate used to serve a thali?

  1. Thali

  2. Patra

  3. Tawa

  4. Katori


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The round metal plate used to serve a thali is traditionally called a thali.

Which region of India is known for its elaborate thalis?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Punjab

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarat is renowned for its elaborate thalis, which often feature a wide variety of dishes.

What is the significance of the number of bowls or compartments in a thali?

  1. It represents the number of courses in the meal

  2. It represents the number of flavors in the meal

  3. It represents the number of regions of India

  4. It represents the number of gods in the Hindu pantheon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The number of bowls or compartments in a thali typically represents the number of courses in the meal.

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a Gujarati thali?

  1. Dhokla

  2. Khichdi

  3. Daal

  4. Samosa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Samosas are not typically included in a Gujarati thali.

What is the traditional bread served with a Punjabi thali?

  1. Roti

  2. Naan

  3. Paratha

  4. Kulcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Roti is the traditional bread served with a Punjabi thali.

Which of the following is a popular dish served in a Rajasthani thali?

  1. Gatte ki Sabzi

  2. Dal Baati Churma

  3. Laal Maas

  4. Chokha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dal Baati Churma is a popular dish served in a Rajasthani thali.

What is the traditional dessert served with a South Indian thali?

  1. Payasam

  2. Rasgulla

  3. Gulab Jamun

  4. Jalebi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Payasam is the traditional dessert served with a South Indian thali.

Which of the following is NOT typically served in a Bengali thali?

  1. Machher Jhol

  2. Alu Posto

  3. Cholar Dal

  4. Rasgulla


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rasgulla is not typically served in a Bengali thali.

What is the traditional drink served with a Maharashtrian thali?

  1. Sol Kadhi

  2. Lassi

  3. Chaas

  4. Jal Jeera


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sol Kadhi is the traditional drink served with a Maharashtrian thali.

Which of the following is a popular dish served in a Kashmiri thali?

  1. Rogan Josh

  2. Yakhni

  3. Gushtaba

  4. Dum Aloo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rogan Josh is a popular dish served in a Kashmiri thali.

What is the traditional bread served with a Hyderabadi thali?

  1. Roti

  2. Naan

  3. Paratha

  4. Sheermal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sheermal is the traditional bread served with a Hyderabadi thali.

Which of the following is NOT typically included in an Awadhi thali?

  1. Kebabs

  2. Biryani

  3. Korma

  4. Chole Bhature


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chole Bhature is not typically included in an Awadhi thali.

What is the traditional dessert served with a Marwari thali?

  1. Ghevar

  2. Mohanthal

  3. Shrikhand

  4. Rasmalai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghevar is the traditional dessert served with a Marwari thali.

Which of the following is a popular dish served in a Sindhi thali?

  1. Sai Bhaji

  2. Kadhi

  3. Bhindi

  4. Aloo Tuk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sai Bhaji is a popular dish served in a Sindhi thali.

What is the traditional drink served with a Goan thali?

  1. Kokum Sharbat

  2. Sol Kadhi

  3. Lassi

  4. Chaas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kokum Sharbat is the traditional drink served with a Goan thali.

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