Tribes & Culture — Set 2
Jharkhand GK · जनजातियां और संस्कृति · Questions 11–20 of 160
Which language do the Oraon tribe of Jharkhand primarily speak?
Correct Answer: C. Kurukh
The Oraon tribe primarily speaks Kurukh (also called Oraon), a Dravidian language. The Oraons are also known as Dhangars or Kisan and are one of the largest tribal groups in Jharkhand. Their language, Kurukh, is distinctly different from the Austroasiatic languages spoken by Munda and Santhal tribes.
Which religion based on nature worship is followed by many tribal communities in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Sarna
Sarna is the traditional nature-based religion followed by many Adivasi communities in Jharkhand, including Mundas, Oraons, and Hos. The word 'Sarna' refers to a sacred grove (Jaher Ahan) where tribal deities are worshipped. Sarna followers worship nature, ancestors, and village deities rather than mainstream Hindu or Christian gods.
What is the 'Jaher Ahan' in the context of Sarna religion?
Correct Answer: B. Sacred grove of worship
Jaher Ahan refers to the sacred grove that is the central place of worship in the Sarna religion. Every Sarna-following village has a Jaher (sacred forest grove) where rituals, festivals, and community prayers are held. This grove is considered the abode of village deities and is strictly protected from deforestation.
The Adi Dharam movement in Jharkhand was associated with which community?
Correct Answer: B. Oraon
The Adi Dharam movement was primarily associated with the Oraon tribal community of Jharkhand. It was a revivalist movement aimed at asserting the distinct religious identity of tribal people separate from Hinduism and Christianity. The movement sought to codify and formalise Sarna-based beliefs as a separate religion.
Chhau dance of Jharkhand has received which international recognition?
Correct Answer: B. UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Chhau dance was inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2010. Chhau is a semi-classical Indian dance form with martial, tribal, and folk origins. It has three regional varieties — Seraikella (Jharkhand), Mayurbhanj (Odisha), and Purulia (West Bengal).
The Seraikella variety of Chhau dance is known for which distinctive feature?
Correct Answer: B. Use of masks
The Seraikella Chhau variety from Jharkhand is distinctively known for its use of artistic masks during performance. These colourful masks depict gods, goddesses, animals, and mythological characters. The Seraikella Chhau is particularly associated with the royal family of Seraikella and has strong martial arts elements.
Which tribal festival of Jharkhand is celebrated as the spring/new year festival involving Sal flower?
Correct Answer: B. Sarhul
Sarhul is the spring festival celebrated by the Munda, Ho, and Oraon tribes of Jharkhand when Sal trees bloom with flowers. It marks the tribal new year and is a celebration of nature's renewal and the bond between humans and trees. The festival involves communal worship at the Jaher (sacred grove) by the village priest (Pahan).
Karma Puja is considered the most important tribal festival of Jharkhand. What bond does it celebrate?
Correct Answer: B. Brother-sister bond
Karma Puja celebrates the brother-sister bond and is considered the most important tribal festival of Jharkhand. Sisters observe fasts and perform rituals praying for the long life and prosperity of their brothers. The festival involves worshipping the Karma tree branch and is celebrated in the month of Bhadra (August-September).
Tusu festival of Jharkhand is associated with which occasion?
Correct Answer: B. Harvest and Makar Sankranti (January)
Tusu is a harvest festival celebrated around Makar Sankranti (January) in Jharkhand, particularly in the border areas with West Bengal. The festival involves young women creating and decorating clay effigies (Tusu) which are then immersed in rivers on the last day. It is especially popular in the Purulia-Jharkhand border region.
Santali language is included in which schedule of the Indian Constitution?
Correct Answer: C. 8th Schedule
Santali language was included in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution through the 92nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 2003. It is the only tribal language from Jharkhand to receive this recognition. The Santali language uses the Ol Chiki script, created by Pandit Raghunath Murmu.