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The correct answer is Jammu and Kashmir.

Key Points

• Dumhal folk dance:
  • It is the popular folk dance of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • This dance is only performed by the men of the Wattal tribe of the region.
  • This dance is performed on the beats of Drum and other instruments.

Important Points

The correct answer is Hampi Festival.Key Points

• Hampi Festival is known as Vijaya Utsav.
• Hampi Utsava also called Vijaya Utsav is celebrated for 2 or 3 days and captures the pomp, splendour, and glory of the Vijayanagara empire.
• Karnataka State Government holds the Hampi Utsava to recreate the grandeur of the erstwhile Vijayanagara Empire. 
• It is believed that the Utsav is celebrated since the time of the Vijayanagara Empire and hence might be one of the oldest celebrations/festivals in India.

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• Ganga-Sagar Mela is one of such festival of India celebrated on the occasion of Mankar Sankranti, during 13th – 15th January every year in West Bengal, which draws thousands of pilgrims from all over the world.
  • The hosting state of West Bengal organises this fair with great pride and devout.
• Pushkar fair is one of India's biggest cattle (camel) fair.
  • Pushkar fair is also known as Pushkar Camel Fair or locally Kartik Fair.
  • It is an annual fair that is also known as Kartik Mela or Pushkar ka Mela.
  • It is held in the Pushkar city of Ajmer district of Rajasthan.
• Konark Dance Festival is a five-day dance festival held every year in the month of December in the backdrop of the Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha, India.
  • It is organized from 1 to 5 December every year since 1986.
  • The festival will showcase dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kathakali, Manipuri, Kuchipudi and many more.​

The correct answer is: a) Bhojpuri.

Key Points

• Bhojpuri is predominantly spoken in the eastern districts of Uttar Pradesh such as Ballia, Ghazipur, and Varanasi.
• Awadhi is spoken in central Uttar Pradesh, including districts like Lucknow and Faizabad.
• Brajbhasha is spoken in the Braj region, including Mathura and Agra.
• Bagheli is spoken in the Bagelkhand region, not Uttar Pradesh.

The correct answer is Devaraya II.

Key Points

• The Vittala Temple in Hampi is the grandest of all monuments in Hampi and represents the epitome of the Vijaynagara style of architecture.
• Built-in the 15th century by King Devaraya II, it is dedicated to Lord Vittala or Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
• The temple is famous for its iconic stone chariot and the unique musical pillars.

Important Points

• Hampi also referred to as the Group of Monuments at Hampi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in east-central Karnataka, India.
• It is a pilgrimage center of the Hindu religion.

Confusion Points

• It was built during the reign of King Devaraya II, but several portions of the temple were expanded during the reign of Krishnadevaraya (1509 – 1529 A.D.).

The correct answer is A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4.

Key Points

• Nauchandi Mela (Bareilly):
  • A historic fair held in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, Nauchandi Mela is known for its diverse cultural and religious significance.
  • It traditionally begins a day after Holi and is a symbol of communal harmony, attracting traders, artisans, and visitors from various communities.
• Dadri Mela (Ballia):
  • One of the largest cattle fairs in India, Dadri Mela is held in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, during the month of Kartik (October-November).
  • It is famous for its trade in livestock, particularly cows and bullocks, and also features various cultural and religious activities.
• Mudiya Puno Mela (Mathura):
  • Held in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, Mudiya Puno Mela is a significant religious fair that takes place during the full moon of the Hindu month of Ashadha (June-July).
  • Devotees gather at the Govardhan hill to perform parikrama (circumambulation) as part of their religious rituals.
• Kakora Fair (Badaun):
  • The Kakora Fair is an important local fair in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh. It is held on the banks of the river Ganges and is particularly known for its religious activities, where devotees take a holy dip in the river and participate in various spiritual practices.

The correct answer is option 4, i.e Andhra Pradesh.

Key Points

• Every year the Flamingo festival is celebrated to promote tourism at the Pulicat Lake near the Nellapattu Bird Sanctuary located in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.
• It is a three days festival that is organized during the winter season when thousands of migratory birds visit the region.
• During this festival, several entertaining and cultural events are organized. 
• It also provides an opportunity for people to study biodiversity and initiate conservation measures.

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The correct answer is Madhya Pradesh.

• The 'Matki' dance form has been developed by nomadic tribes in Madhya Pradesh.
• Performed using a “small pitcher” is a folk dance originating from central India known as the “Matki Dance”.
  • This “pitcher dance” belongs to the state of Madhya Pradesh, and is mainly performed in the Malwa region.

Important Points

The Correct Answer is Kerala.

• Mohiniyattam literally interpreted as the dance of ‘Mohini’, the celestial enchantress of Hindu mythology, is the classical solo dance form of Kerala.

Key Points

• References to Mohiniyattam can be found in the texts Vyavaharamala written in 1709 by Mazhamagalam Narayanan Namputiri and in Ghoshayatra, written later by poet Kunjan Nambiar.
• It has elements of Bharatanatyam (grace & elegance) and Kathakali (vigor) but is more erotic, lyrical, and delicate.
• Mohiniyattam is characterized by graceful, swaying body movements with no abrupt jerks or sudden leaps.
• It belongs to the lasya style which is feminine, tender, and graceful.
• The movements are emphasized by the glides and the up and down movement on toes, like the waves of the sea and the swaying of the coconut, palm trees, and paddy fields.
• Realistic make-up and simple dressing (in Kasavu saree of Kerala) are used.

Additional Information

8 classical dance forms of India

The correct answer is Shenai.

Key Points

• Ustad Bismillah Khan:
  • He was an Indian musician who played the shehnai.
  • Original name: Qamruddin Khan.
  • Born: March 21, 1916, Bihar and Orissa province
  • Died: 2006, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
  • Khan was a devout Muslim but performed at both Hindu and Muslim ceremonies and was considered a symbol of religious harmony.
  • Bismillah Khan had won the rarest rare honor of performing at the Red Fort in Delhi on the evening of the Independence Day of India in 1947.
  • He Awarded with the Bharat Ratna in 2001.
  • Got Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1956.

Additional Information

• Important Indian instrumental player:

Option 1 is correct, i.e. Nagaland.

Key Points

• The Ao tribe of Nagaland has one such special festival, known as the Moatsu festival. 
• This festival is celebrated after seeds have been sown in the fields.
• Men and women of the tribe gather around large outdoor fires and performing traditional dances.

Additional Information

Some important festivals of Northeastern states are:

The correct answer is Vamana.

Key Points

• The fifth incarnation of Vishnu is known as Vamana.
• According to Hindu Mythology, there are ten complete incarnations of the Lord Vishnu and, countless numbers of incomplete incarnations.

The correct answer is Odissi.

Key Points

• Odissi is one of the 8 classical dances of India recognized by the Sangeet Natak Academy.
• Odissi is a major ancient classical dance that originated in the Indian state of Orissa.
• The famous dancers of Odissi are -
  • Sujata Mohapatra, Kelucharan Mohapatra, Ratikant Mohapatra, Gangadhar Pradhan, etc.
• Kelucharan Mohapatra is the first person to receive the Padma Vibhusan from Orissa.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Warli.

• Warli painting is a kind of tribal art practiced by a tribe from Maharashtra called 'Warli' or 'Varli'.
• Other local tribes also participate in the creation of these paintings which were traditionally done only on the walls of the house during festive seasons and weddings.
• It is distinguished by its simplicity and use of sober colors to depict scenes from the daily life of the tribal people using recurring combinations of symbols, shapes, and figures of life forms.
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Important Points

• Distinct Types of Paintings In India:

The correct answer is Tamil Nadu.

Key Points

• Thai poosam is a festival celebrated by the Tamil Hindu community mainly in south India.
• Thai Poosam festival is dedicated to Lord Muruga.
• Lord Muruga is the son of Shiva and Parvati.
• The word Thaipoosam is a combination of the name of a month and the name of a star.
• The festival is also observed in Kerala as Thaipooyam.
• It is believed that Thaipusam marks Lord Muruga's birthday.
• It is a celebration of the victory of good over evil.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e., Onam

Key Points

• The festival of 'Onam' is associated with the 'Vamana' incarnation of the Lord Vishnu.
• Vamana, 5th of the 10 incarnations (avatars) of the Hindu god Vishnu.
• Onam is a festival celebrated in Kerala which is observed every year in the month of August-September.
• In the Rigveda, Vishnu took three strides, with which he measured out the three worlds - earth, heaven, and the space between them.
• The images of Vamana usually show him already grown to giant size, one foot firmly planted on earth and the other lifted as if to take a stride.

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