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
• **Dhalua** = In Odisha, various tribes like the Bondas and Dongria Kondhs have highly distinctive traditional attires. • **Context** — Their clothing often consists of hand-woven loincloths or wraps decorated with heavy beadwork. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
The 'Pattu' is a traditional woolen blanket or shawl famous in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Himachal Pradesh
• **Pattu** = the traditional woolen shawl of Himachal Pradesh, often featuring colorful geometric borders. • **Context** — It is hand-woven by local artisans using the wool of Himalayan sheep. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
Which tribal community in India is famous for the 'Lambani' embroidery involving mirrors and beads?
Correct Answer: A. Banjara
• **Lambani** = known for its vibrant and intricate embroidery work. • **Context** — Their attire includes heavy skirts and blouses decorated with mirrors, shells, and metallic beads. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
The 'Jainsem' and 'Dhara' are traditional dresses for the women of which hill tribe?
Correct Answer: B. Khasi
• **Jainsem** = The Khasi women of Meghalaya wear the Jainsem and the more formal Dhara for special occasions. • **Context** — These garments are draped to cover the body gracefully and are often made of high-quality silk. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
What is the traditional headgear of the men in Nagaland, often made of cane and feathers?
Correct Answer: D. Naga Cap
• **Naga headgears are** = Naga headgears are distinctive to each tribe and are usually made of bamboo, cane, and decorated with boar tusks or hornbill feathers. • **Context** — They represent the warrior heritage and achievements of the wearer. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
The 'Sadaf' and 'Pheran' are terms used for clothing in which mountainous region?
Correct Answer: B. Western Himalayas
• **Sadaf** = These terms are primarily used in the Jammu and Kashmir region to describe traditional wear. • **Context** — The Pheran remains the most iconic garment of the Western Himalayan states. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
The 'Mundum' is a traditional lower garment for men in which South Indian state?
Correct Answer: C. Kerala
• **Mundum** = a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist, similar to a dhoti but usually white. • **Context** — It is the primary traditional lower garment for men across Kerala. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
Which state is known for the 'Puanchei', a colorful hand-woven cloth used as a skirt?
Correct Answer: B. Mizoram
• **Puanchei** = the most colorful and prized traditional puan (wrap) in Mizoram. • **Context** — It is worn during important dances like Cheraw and at weddings. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
The 'Dhoti-Gamocha' is the traditional formal attire for men in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Assam
• **Dhoti-Gamocha** = In Assam, a man's traditional formal dress consists of a white silk Dhoti and a Gamocha draped around the neck. • **Context** — The Gamocha is not just clothing but a symbol of cultural identity and respect. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].
The 'Kirat' or 'Kira' is a traditional wrap-around dress common in which neighboring region of India?
Correct Answer: A. Bhutan
• **Kirat** = the national dress for women in Bhutan, which shares strong cultural ties with North-East India. • **Context** — It is a rectangular piece of woven cloth wrapped and pinned at the shoulders. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Option A]: [why wrong]; [Option B]: [why wrong]; [Option C]: [why wrong].