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Tribal Economy and Livelihoods

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Which of the following is a traditional occupation of the Bhil tribe?

  1. Hunting

  2. Agriculture

  3. Pottery

  4. Weaving


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bhil tribe is known for their traditional hunting practices, which have been passed down through generations.

The Warli tribe primarily resides in which state of India?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Warli tribe is predominantly found in the northern parts of Maharashtra, particularly in the districts of Thane, Palghar, and Nandurbar.

Which of these tribes is known for its expertise in bamboo craft?

  1. Gond

  2. Santhal

  3. Munda

  4. Ao


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ao tribe of Nagaland is renowned for its intricate bamboo craft, creating a variety of products such as baskets, mats, and furniture.

The traditional livelihood of the Toda tribe revolves around:

  1. Agriculture

  2. Animal Husbandry

  3. Pottery

  4. Fishing


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Toda tribe, primarily located in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, is known for its traditional animal husbandry practices, particularly their expertise in buffalo rearing.

Which tribe is famous for its traditional 'Patachitra' paintings?

  1. Gond

  2. Warli

  3. Santhal

  4. Munda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gond tribe is renowned for its vibrant 'Patachitra' paintings, which depict scenes from mythology, folklore, and everyday life.

The traditional occupation of the Khasis of Meghalaya is:

  1. Weaving

  2. Blacksmithing

  3. Pottery

  4. Agriculture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Khasi tribe of Meghalaya is known for its traditional weaving skills, producing intricate textiles and garments using natural fibers.

Which tribe practices shifting cultivation, also known as 'Jhum'?

  1. Garo

  2. Naga

  3. Mizo

  4. Bhil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Garo tribe of Meghalaya and Assam practices shifting cultivation, a traditional agricultural method where a plot of land is cultivated for a few years and then left fallow.

The traditional livelihood of the Chenchus of Andhra Pradesh is:

  1. Hunting and Gathering

  2. Agriculture

  3. Animal Husbandry

  4. Pottery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chenchus of Andhra Pradesh are traditionally hunter-gatherers, relying on forest resources for their sustenance.

Which tribe is known for its expertise in making traditional musical instruments?

  1. Toda

  2. Warli

  3. Santhal

  4. Munda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Toda tribe of the Nilgiri Hills is renowned for its traditional musical instruments, particularly the 'Toda flute', which is made from bamboo.

The traditional occupation of the Rabari tribe is:

  1. Animal Husbandry

  2. Agriculture

  3. Pottery

  4. Weaving


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rabari tribe of Gujarat and Rajasthan is traditionally involved in animal husbandry, particularly sheep and goat rearing.

Which tribe is known for its traditional 'Dokra' metal casting technique?

  1. Gond

  2. Warli

  3. Santhal

  4. Munda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gond tribe of Central India is famous for its traditional 'Dokra' metal casting technique, creating intricate metal objects and sculptures.

The traditional livelihood of the Irula tribe of Tamil Nadu is:

  1. Snake catching

  2. Agriculture

  3. Pottery

  4. Weaving


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Irula tribe of Tamil Nadu is traditionally involved in snake catching and venom extraction, which plays a vital role in the production of antivenom.

Which tribe is known for its traditional 'Cane and Bamboo' craft?

  1. Ao

  2. Warli

  3. Santhal

  4. Munda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ao tribe of Nagaland is renowned for its traditional 'Cane and Bamboo' craft, creating a variety of products such as baskets, mats, and furniture.

The traditional occupation of the Toda tribe of the Nilgiri Hills is:

  1. Animal Husbandry

  2. Agriculture

  3. Pottery

  4. Weaving


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Toda tribe of the Nilgiri Hills is traditionally involved in animal husbandry, particularly buffalo rearing and dairy farming.

Which tribe is known for its traditional 'Terracotta' pottery?

  1. Gond

  2. Warli

  3. Santhal

  4. Munda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gond tribe of Central India is renowned for its traditional 'Terracotta' pottery, creating intricate pots, figurines, and other decorative items.

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