Folk Music of Rajasthan

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Which of the following is a popular folk dance of Rajasthan?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kathak

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan, performed by women in a circular formation, often accompanied by rhythmic clapping and singing.

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Rajasthan?

  1. Rajasthani Folk Music

  2. Bhangra

  3. Qawwali

  4. Carnatic Music


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthani Folk Music is a diverse genre of traditional music from the state of Rajasthan, India, characterized by its vibrant melodies, rhythmic beats, and poetic lyrics.

Which musical instrument is commonly used in Rajasthani folk music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Dholak

  4. Veena


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dholak is a double-headed drum widely used in Rajasthani folk music, known for its distinctive sound and rhythmic patterns.

What is the name of the traditional folk song of Rajasthan that is often sung during festivals and celebrations?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Bhajan

  3. Qawwali

  4. Kirtan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhajan is a devotional folk song commonly sung in Rajasthan during festivals and celebrations, characterized by its simple melodies and spiritual lyrics.

Which folk dance of Rajasthan is performed by men, involving acrobatic feats and energetic movements?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kalbelia is a folk dance performed by the Kalbelia tribe of Rajasthan, known for its energetic movements, acrobatic feats, and colorful costumes.

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Rajasthan that is often associated with the nomadic communities?

  1. Manganiyar Music

  2. Langa Music

  3. Bhavai Music

  4. Ghoomar Music


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manganiyar Music is a traditional folk music of Rajasthan performed by the Manganiyar community, known for its soulful melodies, intricate rhythms, and poetic lyrics.

Which folk dance of Rajasthan is performed by women, characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a graceful folk dance performed by women in Rajasthan, known for its circular formation, rhythmic clapping, and intricate footwork.

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Rajasthan that is often associated with the Bhil tribe?

  1. Bhil Music

  2. Langa Music

  3. Bhavai Music

  4. Ghoomar Music


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhil Music is a traditional folk music of Rajasthan performed by the Bhil tribe, known for its vibrant melodies, rhythmic beats, and poetic lyrics.

Which folk dance of Rajasthan is performed by men, involving energetic movements and synchronized steps?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chari is an energetic folk dance performed by men in Rajasthan, known for its synchronized steps, rhythmic beats, and vibrant costumes.

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Rajasthan that is often associated with the Meghwal community?

  1. Meghwal Music

  2. Langa Music

  3. Bhavai Music

  4. Ghoomar Music


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meghwal Music is a traditional folk music of Rajasthan performed by the Meghwal community, known for its soulful melodies, intricate rhythms, and poetic lyrics.

Which folk dance of Rajasthan is performed by women, characterized by its rhythmic clapping and intricate hand movements?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhavai is a folk dance performed by women in Rajasthan, known for its rhythmic clapping, intricate hand movements, and graceful footwork.

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Rajasthan that is often associated with the Charan community?

  1. Charan Music

  2. Langa Music

  3. Bhavai Music

  4. Ghoomar Music


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charan Music is a traditional folk music of Rajasthan performed by the Charan community, known for its soulful melodies, intricate rhythms, and poetic lyrics.

Which folk dance of Rajasthan is performed by men, involving energetic movements and synchronized steps?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chari is an energetic folk dance performed by men in Rajasthan, known for its synchronized steps, rhythmic beats, and vibrant costumes.

What is the name of the traditional folk music of Rajasthan that is often associated with the Sindhi community?

  1. Sindhi Music

  2. Langa Music

  3. Bhavai Music

  4. Ghoomar Music


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sindhi Music is a traditional folk music of Rajasthan performed by the Sindhi community, known for its soulful melodies, intricate rhythms, and poetic lyrics.

Which folk dance of Rajasthan is performed by women, characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Bhavai

  4. Chari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a graceful folk dance performed by women in Rajasthan, known for its circular formation, rhythmic clapping, and intricate footwork.

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