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Folk Dances of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Which of the following is a popular folk dance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

  1. Dhimsa

  2. Lavani

  3. Ghoomar

  4. Bihu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dhimsa is a traditional dance form of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, performed during festivals and special occasions.

The Dhimsa dance is typically performed by:

  1. Men only

  2. Women only

  3. Both men and women

  4. Children only


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dhimsa dance is performed by both men and women, who form two separate lines facing each other.

What is the main instrument used in Dhimsa dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dhol is the main instrument used in Dhimsa dance, along with other instruments like the harmonium, cymbals, and flute.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Dhimsa dance?

  1. Synchronized hand movements

  2. Energetic footwork

  3. Elaborate costumes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dhimsa dance is characterized by synchronized hand movements, energetic footwork, and elaborate costumes.

The Jarawa tribe of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is known for their:

  1. Tribal dances

  2. Hunting skills

  3. Fishing skills

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Jarawa tribe is known for their tribal dances, hunting skills, and fishing skills.

Which of the following is a traditional dance of the Jarawa tribe?

  1. Chhau

  2. Kathakali

  3. Jarawa Dance

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Jarawa Dance is a traditional dance of the Jarawa tribe, performed during festivals and special occasions.

The Jarawa Dance is typically performed by:

  1. Men only

  2. Women only

  3. Both men and women

  4. Children only


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Jarawa Dance is performed by both men and women, who form two separate lines facing each other.

What is the main instrument used in Jarawa Dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dhol is the main instrument used in Jarawa Dance, along with other instruments like the harmonium, cymbals, and flute.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Jarawa Dance?

  1. Synchronized hand movements

  2. Energetic footwork

  3. Elaborate costumes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Jarawa Dance is characterized by synchronized hand movements, energetic footwork, and elaborate costumes.

The Onge tribe of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is known for their:

  1. Tribal dances

  2. Hunting skills

  3. Fishing skills

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Onge tribe is known for their tribal dances, hunting skills, and fishing skills.

Which of the following is a traditional dance of the Onge tribe?

  1. Chhau

  2. Kathakali

  3. Onge Dance

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Onge Dance is a traditional dance of the Onge tribe, performed during festivals and special occasions.

The Onge Dance is typically performed by:

  1. Men only

  2. Women only

  3. Both men and women

  4. Children only


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Onge Dance is performed by both men and women, who form two separate lines facing each other.

What is the main instrument used in Onge Dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dhol is the main instrument used in Onge Dance, along with other instruments like the harmonium, cymbals, and flute.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Onge Dance?

  1. Synchronized hand movements

  2. Energetic footwork

  3. Elaborate costumes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Onge Dance is characterized by synchronized hand movements, energetic footwork, and elaborate costumes.

The Sentinelese tribe of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is known for their:

  1. Tribal dances

  2. Hunting skills

  3. Fishing skills

  4. Isolation from the outside world


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sentinelese tribe is known for their isolation from the outside world and their resistance to contact with outsiders.

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