Art, Festivals & Dance — Set 11
Jharkhand GK · कला, त्यौहार और नृत्य · Questions 101–110 of 120
The Marang Buru deity of Munda tribe is:
Correct Answer: B. The supreme mountain god
Marang Buru means 'Great Mountain God' and is the supreme deity of the Munda tribe. He is considered the creator and protector of the community. Jaipal Singh Munda's title 'Marang Gomke' (Great Leader) was inspired by this concept of greatness in Munda culture.
Which dance form in Jharkhand is performed to invoke the rain gods during drought?
Correct Answer: B. Jadur nritya (rain-invoking dance)
Various tribal communities in Jharkhand perform special rain-invoking dances and rituals during drought conditions to appeal to rain gods and nature spirits. These dances are part of the shamanistic practices associated with tribal religious beliefs. Such dances reflect the deep connection between tribal communities and natural cycles.
What is 'Natua' dance in the context of Jharkhand folk arts?
Correct Answer: B. Acrobatic folk dance performed by Natua community
Natua is an acrobatic folk dance performed by the Natua community, traditionally associated with performing arts in Jharkhand and West Bengal. The dance involves impressive acrobatic feats and is performed at fairs and cultural events. It is part of the broader folk arts tradition of the Chotanagpur region.
The folk song genre 'Paharia Geet' is associated with which tribal community?
Correct Answer: C. Paharia/Mal Paharia
Paharia Geet refers to folk songs of the Paharia (Mal Paharia and Sauria Paharia) tribal communities who inhabit the hills of Santhal Parganas in Jharkhand. These songs are sung in the Paharia language and reflect the hill-dwelling lifestyle of these communities. The Paharia communities are among the PVTGs (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) of Jharkhand.
The Jharkhand Rajya Mahotsav cultural festival is organized annually to coincide with:
Correct Answer: B. Jharkhand Foundation Day (November 15)
Jharkhand Rajya Mahotsav is organized around November 15, the state's Foundation Day. This cultural festival showcases the best of Jharkhand's folk arts, tribal dances, music, crafts, and cuisine. It serves as an important platform for tribal artists to present their work to wider audiences.
In Khovar painting, what is typically the background colour of the wall?
Correct Answer: B. Red earth / brown mud wall
Khovar paintings are created on red earth or brown mud walls, with designs created by applying white kaolin clay and then scraping patterns. The contrast between the white clay layer and the underlying brown/red mud wall creates the characteristic visual effect. The use of natural earth materials is integral to authentic Khovar art.
The 'Karma song' is sung in which language primarily?
Correct Answer: C. Nagpuri / tribal languages of Chotanagpur
Karma songs are primarily sung in Nagpuri (Sadri) and various tribal languages of the Chotanagpur region including Mundari and Kurukh. These songs are joyful, and celebrate youth, nature, and the Karma tree. They are sung during the night-long festivities of the Karma festival.
What makes Seraikella Chhau masks distinct from other types of masks in Indian classical dance forms?
Correct Answer: B. They cover only the upper face and use natural materials
Seraikella Chhau masks traditionally cover only the upper part of the face, allowing performers to use their mouths and lower face for expression. They are made from clay, cloth, and natural paints. The aesthetic of Seraikella masks is minimalist and elegantly crafted, unlike the more exaggerated masks of Purulia Chhau.
Which cultural organization holds the Rajyasri Award for Jharkhand's folk artists?
Correct Answer: B. Jharkhand government through Jharkhand Sangeet Natak Akademi
The Jharkhand Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Government of Jharkhand, confers awards including the Rajyasri Award to recognize outstanding folk and tribal artists. These awards encourage artists to continue their traditions and inspire youth to take up folk arts. Recognition through such awards helps elevate the social and economic status of folk artists.
The Jaher sacred grove in Santali culture is the equivalent of which feature in mainstream Hindu culture?
Correct Answer: B. Village deity temple
The Jaher sacred grove serves the same function as a village deity temple in mainstream Hindu culture. It is the outdoor sacred space where the village deity is enshrined and worshipped. The difference is that tribal communities worship in open natural spaces (groves of sacred trees) rather than built temple structures.