Food and Cuisine

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about Food and Cuisine, an integral part of Indian cultural traditions and practices.
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Which Indian state is famous for its spicy and flavorful Hyderabadi biryani?

  1. Punjab

  2. Telangana

  3. Odisha

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hyderabadi biryani is a popular dish from Telangana, known for its unique blend of spices and flavors.

What is the staple food of most North Indian states?

  1. Rice

  2. Roti

  3. Dosa

  4. Idli


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Roti, a flatbread made from wheat flour, is a staple food in many North Indian states.

Which South Indian state is renowned for its tangy and flavorful sambhar?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sambhar, a lentil-based dish, is a popular and flavorful dish in Tamil Nadu.

What is the traditional sweet dish prepared during the festival of Diwali?

  1. Gulab Jamun

  2. Jalebi

  3. Rasgulla

  4. Mysore Pak


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gulab Jamun, a sweet dumpling made from milk solids and sugar syrup, is a popular Diwali treat.

Which Indian state is famous for its unique and flavorful Kashmiri pulao?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashmiri pulao, a fragrant rice dish with dried fruits and nuts, is a specialty of Jammu and Kashmir.

What is the traditional bread served with chole bhature?

  1. Naan

  2. Roti

  3. Bhatura

  4. Paratha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhatura, a fried bread, is typically served with chole bhature, a popular North Indian dish.

Which Indian state is known for its spicy and tangy vindaloo curry?

  1. Goa

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Gujarat

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vindaloo curry, a spicy and tangy dish made with pork or chicken, is a popular Goan delicacy.

What is the traditional sweet dish prepared during the festival of Holi?

  1. Gulab Jamun

  2. Jalebi

  3. Rasgulla

  4. Malpua


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Malpua, a sweet pancake made from flour and milk, is a popular Holi treat.

Which Indian state is famous for its unique and flavorful Rogan Josh curry?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Punjab


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rogan Josh, a lamb curry made with aromatic spices and yogurt, is a specialty of Jammu and Kashmir.

What is the traditional bread served with dal makhani?

  1. Naan

  2. Roti

  3. Bhatura

  4. Paratha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Naan, a leavened flatbread, is typically served with dal makhani, a popular North Indian dish.

Which Indian state is known for its unique and flavorful appam dish?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Appam, a thin pancake made from fermented rice batter, is a popular dish in Kerala.

What is the traditional sweet dish prepared during the festival of Dussehra?

  1. Gulab Jamun

  2. Jalebi

  3. Rasgulla

  4. Mysore Pak


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mysore Pak, a sweet dish made from gram flour, sugar, and ghee, is a popular Dussehra treat.

Which Indian state is famous for its unique and flavorful Litti Chokha dish?

  1. Bihar

  2. Jharkhand

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Litti Chokha, a dish made from stuffed wheat balls and mashed vegetables, is a popular dish in Bihar.

What is the traditional bread served with saag paneer?

  1. Naan

  2. Roti

  3. Bhatura

  4. Paratha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Roti, a flatbread made from wheat flour, is typically served with saag paneer, a popular North Indian dish.

Which Indian state is known for its unique and flavorful Dhokla dish?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dhokla, a steamed cake made from fermented batter, is a popular dish in Gujarat.

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