Tribes & Attire — Set 3
Arts & Culture · जनजातियां और वेशभूषा · Questions 21–30 of 50
The 'Dhalua' or 'Kapta' is a traditional garment associated with tribes in which state?
Correct Answer: B. Odisha
In Odisha, various tribes like the Bondas and Dongria Kondhs have highly distinctive traditional attires. Their clothing often consists of hand-woven loincloths or wraps decorated with heavy beadwork. These attires are primarily seen during tribal festivals and weekly markets.
The 'Pattu' is a traditional woolen blanket or shawl famous in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Himachal Pradesh
Pattu is the traditional woolen shawl of Himachal Pradesh, often featuring colorful geometric borders. It is hand-woven by local artisans using the wool of Himalayan sheep. It is essential for protection against the chilly mountain climate.
Which tribal community in India is famous for the 'Lambani' embroidery involving mirrors and beads?
Correct Answer: A. Banjara
The Banjara or Lambani tribe is known for its vibrant and intricate embroidery work. Their attire includes heavy skirts and blouses decorated with mirrors, shells, and metallic beads. This craft has gained international recognition and is protected under the GI tag in Karnataka.
The 'Jainsem' and 'Dhara' are traditional dresses for the women of which hill tribe?
Correct Answer: B. Khasi
The Khasi women of Meghalaya wear the Jainsem and the more formal Dhara for special occasions. These garments are draped to cover the body gracefully and are often made of high-quality silk. The style reflects the matrilineal social structure of the Khasi community.
What is the traditional headgear of the men in Nagaland, often made of cane and feathers?
Correct Answer: D. Naga Cap
Naga headgears are distinctive to each tribe and are usually made of bamboo, cane, and decorated with boar tusks or hornbill feathers. They represent the warrior heritage and achievements of the wearer. These caps are a central part of the attire seen during the Hornbill Festival.
The 'Sadaf' and 'Pheran' are terms used for clothing in which mountainous region?
Correct Answer: B. Western Himalayas
These terms are primarily used in the Jammu and Kashmir region to describe traditional wear. The Pheran remains the most iconic garment of the Western Himalayan states. It is a testament to the adaptation of culture to geography.
The 'Mundum' is a traditional lower garment for men in which South Indian state?
Correct Answer: C. Kerala
The Mundu is a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist, similar to a dhoti but usually white. It is the primary traditional lower garment for men across Kerala. For formal occasions, a silk Mundu with a gold border is preferred.
Which state is known for the 'Puanchei', a colorful hand-woven cloth used as a skirt?
Correct Answer: B. Mizoram
The Puanchei is the most colorful and prized traditional puan (wrap) in Mizoram. It is worn during important dances like Cheraw and at weddings. It symbolizes the exquisite craftsmanship of Mizo tribal weavers.
The 'Dhoti-Gamocha' is the traditional formal attire for men in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Assam
In Assam, a man's traditional formal dress consists of a white silk Dhoti and a Gamocha draped around the neck. The Gamocha is not just clothing but a symbol of cultural identity and respect. This attire is mandatory for most religious and social ceremonies in the state.
The 'Kirat' or 'Kira' is a traditional wrap-around dress common in which neighboring region of India?
Correct Answer: A. Bhutan
The Kira is the national dress for women in Bhutan, which shares strong cultural ties with North-East India. It is a rectangular piece of woven cloth wrapped and pinned at the shoulders. It reflects the deep-rooted Buddhist traditions of the Himalayan region.