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Food and the Preservation of Cultural Heritage and Traditions

Description: This quiz explores the connection between food, cultural heritage, and traditions in India.
Number of Questions: 15
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In India, which traditional dish is often prepared during festivals and celebrations?

  1. Biryani

  2. Samosa

  3. Khichdi

  4. Dhokla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biryani is a popular dish in India that is often prepared during festivals and celebrations. It is a rice-based dish with meat, vegetables, and spices.

Which Indian state is known for its unique and flavorful thali meals?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Punjab

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarat is known for its thali meals, which consist of a variety of dishes served on a metal plate. The thali typically includes rice, roti, dal, vegetables, and a sweet dish.

In South India, which traditional breakfast dish is made from fermented rice batter?

  1. Idli

  2. Dosa

  3. Uttapam

  4. Vada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Idli is a popular breakfast dish in South India. It is made from fermented rice batter and steamed until fluffy.

Which Indian sweet dish is often associated with festivals like Diwali and Holi?

  1. Jalebi

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Rasgulla

  4. Mysore Pak


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gulab Jamun is a popular sweet dish in India. It is made from milk solids and sugar syrup, and is often served with a garnish of nuts.

In North India, which traditional bread is commonly eaten with curries and sabzis?

  1. Roti

  2. Naan

  3. Paratha

  4. Kulcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Roti is a common bread in North India. It is made from whole wheat flour and is cooked on a tava (griddle).

Which Indian state is famous for its spicy and flavorful vindaloo curry?

  1. Goa

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vindaloo is a spicy and flavorful curry that originated in Goa. It is made with pork, beef, or chicken, and is cooked in a vinegar-based sauce.

In Kerala, which traditional dish is made from steamed rice cakes and coconut milk?

  1. Puttu

  2. Appam

  3. Idiyappam

  4. Pazham Pori


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Puttu is a traditional dish in Kerala. It is made from steamed rice cakes and coconut milk, and is often served with a spicy curry.

Which Indian state is known for its unique and flavorful biryani dishes?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Lucknow

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad is known for its unique and flavorful biryani dishes. Hyderabadi biryani is a popular dish that is made with basmati rice, meat, vegetables, and spices.

In Rajasthan, which traditional sweet dish is made from milk, sugar, and nuts?

  1. Ghevar

  2. Mawa Kachori

  3. Peda

  4. Jalebi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghevar is a traditional sweet dish in Rajasthan. It is made from milk, sugar, and nuts, and is often served during festivals and celebrations.

Which Indian state is famous for its tangy and spicy fish curry?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Odisha

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal is famous for its tangy and spicy fish curry. Bengali fish curry is a popular dish that is made with fish, mustard seeds, and spices.

In Maharashtra, which traditional sweet dish is made from milk, sugar, and saffron?

  1. Shrikhand

  2. Modak

  3. Puran Poli

  4. Basundi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shrikhand is a traditional sweet dish in Maharashtra. It is made from milk, sugar, and saffron, and is often served during festivals and celebrations.

Which Indian state is known for its unique and flavorful pulao dishes?

  1. Punjab

  2. Kashmir

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Punjab is known for its unique and flavorful pulao dishes. Punjabi pulao is a popular dish that is made with rice, meat, vegetables, and spices.

In Karnataka, which traditional dish is made from rice, lentils, and vegetables?

  1. Bisi Bele Bath

  2. Jolada Rotti

  3. Ragi Mudde

  4. Mysore Pak


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bisi Bele Bath is a traditional dish in Karnataka. It is made from rice, lentils, vegetables, and spices, and is often served during festivals and celebrations.

Which Indian state is famous for its unique and flavorful dosa dishes?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu is famous for its unique and flavorful dosa dishes. Tamil Nadu dosa is a popular dish that is made from fermented rice batter and is often served with various chutneys and sambar.

In Uttar Pradesh, which traditional sweet dish is made from milk, sugar, and cardamom?

  1. Rabri

  2. Jalebi

  3. Gulab Jamun

  4. Rasgulla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rabri is a traditional sweet dish in Uttar Pradesh. It is made from milk, sugar, and cardamom, and is often served during festivals and celebrations.

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