Tribes & Culture — Set 6
Jharkhand GK · जनजातियां और संस्कृति · Questions 51–60 of 160
What type of governance structure does the Munda tribe traditionally use, known as 'Manki-Munda' system?
Correct Answer: C. Two-tier traditional administration (Manki over Mundas)
The Manki-Munda system is the traditional two-tier governance structure of the Munda tribe. The Munda is the village headman responsible for a single village, while the Manki is a higher-level chief overseeing a group of villages (patti). This system was historically recognised by the British and continues to hold social authority in many Munda-dominated areas.
The Tana Bhagat movement of Jharkhand was associated with which tribe?
Correct Answer: C. Oraon
The Tana Bhagat movement was a socio-religious reform movement among the Oraon tribe, founded by Jatra Bhagat in 1914 in Jharkhand. It opposed Christian conversion and the influence of dikus (outsiders) and promoted non-violent resistance against British rule and landlord exploitation. Tana Bhagats followed strict dietary and lifestyle codes based on tribal purification.
Which Santhal instrument produces sound by a string and is used in Santhal folk music?
Correct Answer: A. Banam
The Banam is a traditional bowed string instrument used in Santhal folk music. It is made from a single piece of wood and is played with a bow, producing a distinct sound characteristic of Santhal music. The Banam is especially associated with the Santhal community and is used during festivals, ceremonies, and storytelling traditions.
The term 'Adivasi' literally means what in Sanskrit?
Correct Answer: B. Original inhabitant
'Adivasi' is derived from Sanskrit words 'Adi' (original/ancient) and 'Vasi' (inhabitant/dweller), meaning 'original inhabitant'. The term is used to describe indigenous tribal communities of India, including those of Jharkhand. Jharkhand has one of the highest proportions of Adivasi population among Indian states.
Which government scheme provides Van Dhan (forest wealth) based livelihood to tribal communities in Jharkhand?
Correct Answer: B. Van Dhan Vikash Kendra Scheme under TRIFED
The Van Dhan Vikash Kendra (VDVK) scheme is implemented by TRIFED (Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India) to enhance tribal livelihoods from minor forest produce. These kendras (centres) provide tribal people with facilities for primary processing and value addition of forest products. The scheme aims to make tribal forest produce more market-competitive and increase tribal income.
Which Jharkhand festival involves the worship of the Karma tree branch by girls praying for brothers?
Correct Answer: C. Karma Puja
Karma Puja involves girls and women worshipping branches of the Karma tree (Nauclea parvifolia), praying for the long life and prosperity of their brothers. The Karma tree is considered sacred and symbolises prosperity and life. The festival is celebrated in the month of Bhadra (August-September) by Munda, Ho, Oraon, and Santhal communities.
The Ho people refer to their territory as 'Kolhan'. What does this name refer to?
Correct Answer: B. Land of the Kol (Ho) people
'Kolhan' derives from 'Kol', an older name for the Ho tribal people, meaning the land of the Kol (Ho) people. The Kolhan Government Estate was historically administered separately by the British to protect Ho tribal interests. West Singhbhum district, which includes the Kolhan region, remains the cultural and demographic heartland of the Ho tribe.
What is the Madal drum, commonly associated with Jharkhand tribal music?
Correct Answer: C. A double-headed cylindrical drum central to Santhali music
The Madal is a double-headed cylindrical drum that is central to Santhal music and is used extensively in tribal festivals and ceremonies. It produces a distinctive bass sound that forms the rhythmic backbone of Santhal folk music. The Madal is played during Santhal dances, rituals, and the famous Santhali Baul song tradition.
Which tribe of Jharkhand has the Mundari language as their mother tongue?
Correct Answer: C. Munda
The Munda tribe speaks Mundari as their mother tongue, which belongs to the Munda branch of the Austroasiatic language family. Mundari has approximately 2 million speakers primarily in Jharkhand. The language has a rich oral literary tradition of myths, folklore, and ceremonial songs.
The Santhal Parganas region of Jharkhand gets its name from which tribe?
Correct Answer: C. Santhal
The Santhal Parganas division (comprising districts like Dumka, Deoghar, Godda, Sahebganj, Pakur, and Jamtara) gets its name from the Santhal tribe who predominantly inhabit this region. It was created as a separate administrative unit by the British after the Santhal Hul of 1855-56 to provide some protection to Santhal tribal interests. Dumka is the divisional headquarters and is often called the sub-capital of Jharkhand.