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Tracing the Roots of Chhattisgarhi: The Language of the Chhattisgarh Region

Description: Explore the rich history and linguistic heritage of the Chhattisgarhi language, spoken in the Chhattisgarh region of India. Test your knowledge about its origins, influences, and unique characteristics.
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Which ancient language is considered to be the primary ancestor of Chhattisgarhi?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Prakrit

  3. Magadhi

  4. Apabhramsha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi is derived from Apabhramsha, a late form of Prakrit that emerged around the 6th century CE.

What is the approximate number of speakers of Chhattisgarhi worldwide?

  1. 10 million

  2. 20 million

  3. 30 million

  4. 40 million


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi is spoken by approximately 20 million people, primarily in the Chhattisgarh region of India.

Which of the following is a prominent feature of Chhattisgarhi grammar?

  1. Vowel harmony

  2. Tonal variations

  3. Extensive use of honorifics

  4. Complex verb conjugations


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi exhibits tonal variations, where the pitch of the voice can change the meaning of a word or phrase.

What is the name of the script traditionally used to write Chhattisgarhi?

  1. Devanagari

  2. Kaithi

  3. Brahmi

  4. Sharada


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kaithi, a script derived from Brahmi, was historically used for writing Chhattisgarhi.

Which of these is a characteristic feature of Chhattisgarhi vocabulary?

  1. Extensive borrowing from Sanskrit

  2. Loanwords from neighboring languages

  3. Unique words and expressions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi vocabulary is influenced by Sanskrit, neighboring languages, and has its own unique words and expressions.

What is the primary region where Chhattisgarhi is spoken?

  1. Chhattisgarh, India

  2. Madhya Pradesh, India

  3. Odisha, India

  4. Andhra Pradesh, India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi is primarily spoken in the Chhattisgarh region of India.

Which of the following is a notable literary work written in Chhattisgarhi?

  1. Chhattisgarhi Ramayana

  2. Chhattisgarhi Mahabharata

  3. Chhattisgarhi Geet Govind

  4. Chhattisgarhi Panchatantra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chhattisgarhi Ramayana is a significant literary work composed in the Chhattisgarhi language.

What is the approximate time period during which Chhattisgarhi emerged as a distinct language?

  1. 10th-12th century CE

  2. 12th-14th century CE

  3. 14th-16th century CE

  4. 16th-18th century CE


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi emerged as a distinct language around the 10th-12th century CE.

Which of these is a common grammatical construction found in Chhattisgarhi?

  1. Compound verbs

  2. Double negation

  3. Extensive use of particles

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi grammar includes compound verbs, double negation, and extensive use of particles.

What is the name of the prominent folk dance associated with the Chhattisgarhi culture?

  1. Pandavani

  2. Karma Dance

  3. Raut Nacha

  4. Suwa Dance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Karma Dance is a popular folk dance performed during festivals in the Chhattisgarhi region.

Which of the following is a significant festival celebrated in the Chhattisgarhi region?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Teej

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diwali, Holi, and Teej are all major festivals celebrated in the Chhattisgarhi region.

What is the name of the traditional folk music genre of the Chhattisgarhi people?

  1. Pandavani

  2. Karma Geet

  3. Raut Nacha Geet

  4. Suwa Geet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pandavani is a traditional folk music genre that narrates stories from the Mahabharata epic in a captivating style.

Which of these is a common traditional art form practiced in the Chhattisgarhi region?

  1. Chhattisgarhi Madhubani Painting

  2. Chhattisgarhi Gond Painting

  3. Chhattisgarhi Batik Art

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhattisgarhi Madhubani Painting, Chhattisgarhi Gond Painting, and Chhattisgarhi Batik Art are all traditional art forms practiced in the region.

What is the name of the traditional form of theater performed in the Chhattisgarhi region?

  1. Pandavani

  2. Karma Nritya

  3. Raut Nacha

  4. Suwa Nritya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pandavani is a traditional form of theater that combines storytelling, music, and dance to narrate tales from the Mahabharata.

Which of these is a prominent traditional sport played in the Chhattisgarhi region?

  1. Gilli-Danda

  2. Kho-Kho

  3. Kabbadi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gilli-Danda, Kho-Kho, and Kabbadi are all popular traditional sports played in the Chhattisgarhi region.

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