Art, Festivals & Dance — Set 2
Jharkhand GK · कला, त्यौहार और नृत्य · Questions 11–20 of 120
What is Dokra metal craft?
Correct Answer: B. Lost-wax casting metal craft
Dokra is a traditional tribal metal craft using the lost-wax (cire perdue) casting technique. This non-ferrous metal casting technique is one of the earliest known methods of metal casting in the world. Dokra craft produces intricate figurines, jewellery, and utility objects that represent tribal life and mythology.
Jhumar dance of Jharkhand is primarily associated with which occasion?
Correct Answer: B. Harvest and agricultural festivals
Jhumar dance is primarily performed during harvest and agricultural festivals in Jharkhand. It is a joyful group dance performed by both men and women to celebrate a good harvest. The dance is characterized by slow, graceful movements accompanied by folk songs.
Paika dance of Jharkhand is rooted in which tradition?
Correct Answer: B. Martial arts
Paika dance has its roots in martial arts tradition and was historically performed by the Paika warrior caste. The dance displays vigorous body movements, sword play, and shield handling techniques. It is performed during festivals to demonstrate valour and physical prowess.
Karma dance is performed during which festival in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: C. Karma Puja
Karma dance is performed during the Karma Puja festival in Jharkhand. This festival is celebrated in the month of Bhadra (August-September) by tribal communities. The dance involves young boys and girls dancing around the Karma tree branches brought from the forest.
Sarhul festival in Jharkhand is celebrated during which season?
Correct Answer: C. Spring
Sarhul is a spring festival celebrated by tribal communities of Jharkhand, especially the Oraon and Munda tribes. It marks the flowering of the Sal tree, which is considered sacred. The festival involves worship of the village deity at the Sarna (sacred grove) and is celebrated in the month of Chaitra (March-April).
During Sarhul festival, which tree's flowers are worshipped?
Correct Answer: C. Sal tree
During Sarhul festival, the flowers of the Sal (Shorea robusta) tree are worshipped. The Sal tree is considered the abode of the village deity Sarna in tribal belief systems. The tribal priest (Pahan) performs rituals using Sal flowers and the community celebrates the beginning of spring.
Tusu festival is celebrated by tribal communities on which occasion?
Correct Answer: B. Makar Sankranti
Tusu festival is celebrated by tribal communities of Jharkhand during Makar Sankranti (around January 14-15). Tusu is a harvest festival where an effigy of the Tusu goddess is made and later immersed in a river. Young girls sing Tusu songs throughout the month of Poush (December-January).
Jitiya (Jivitputrika) festival is observed mainly by which group for the welfare of their children?
Correct Answer: B. Mothers
Jitiya is a festival observed mainly by mothers for the long life and welfare of their children. Mothers observe a strict fast without food or water for 24 hours. The festival is widely celebrated in Jharkhand, Bihar, and parts of Uttar Pradesh.
Phagua festival of Jharkhand is associated with which major festival?
Correct Answer: C. Holi
Phagua is the tribal version of Holi celebrated in Jharkhand. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm by Santhals and other tribal communities. Tribal communities sing Phagua songs and perform traditional dances during this spring festival.
The Karma festival is celebrated in which month of the Hindu calendar?
Correct Answer: B. Bhadra
Karma festival is celebrated on the 11th day (Ekadashi) of the bright fortnight of Bhadra month (August-September). The festival involves bringing branches of the Karma tree and worshipping them. It is especially significant for young unmarried boys and girls who pray for prosperity and good relationships.