Art, Culture & Festivals — Set 7

Correct Answer: C. Devnarayan

Devnarayan ki Phad is a scroll painting depicting the life and heroic deeds of Devnarayan, a folk deity revered by the Gurjar community. The Phad scroll of Devnarayan is the longest in Rajasthan, measuring about 30 feet. It was recognized as a major cultural heritage by the Indian postal department through a commemorative stamp.

Correct Answer: C. Jaipur

The Kite Festival on Makar Sankranti (January 14) is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Jaipur, where the sky is filled with colorful kites. The International Kite Festival is also organized in Jaipur with participants from around the world. Traditional sweets like til-patti and gajak are prepared on this occasion.

Correct Answer: B. Woolen fabric

Pattu is a traditional handwoven woolen fabric of Rajasthan, produced mainly in the Mewar region and parts of Marwar. It is woven on handlooms using local sheep wool and is used for making shawls, blankets, and winter garments. The Rebari and Gaddi communities are traditional weavers of this fabric.

Correct Answer: B. Jodhpur School

The Marwar School of painting is also known as the Jodhpur School as it developed under the patronage of the Rathore rulers of Jodhpur. It flourished from the 17th century and shows Mughal influences. The paintings are known for bold compositions depicting court scenes, equestrian portraits, and religious themes.

Correct Answer: B. Snake/Serpent

The Kalbeliya dance involves sinuous, swaying movements that imitate the movement of a serpent. This is because the Kalbeliya community are traditionally snake charmers (sapera). The dancers wear black costumes decorated with silver embroidery and small mirrors, and the dance is accompanied by the Been (pungi) instrument.

Correct Answer: B. Kota-Bundi-Jhalawar region

Harauti is spoken in the Hadoti (Kota division) region of southeastern Rajasthan, covering Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar, and Baran districts. The dialect takes its name from the Hada Rajput clan who ruled this region. It is one of the five major dialects of the Rajasthani language group.

Correct Answer: C. Walls and floors

Mandana is a traditional art form where women draw decorative ritual patterns on walls and floors using chalk and red ochre (geru). It is practiced mainly in the Hadoti region (Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar). Different Mandana designs are created for different occasions like Diwali, weddings, and other auspicious events.

Correct Answer: C. Jaw harp (mouth harp)

The Morchang (also called Morsing) is a jaw harp or mouth harp, a small metallic instrument held against the teeth and plucked to produce vibrating sounds. It is traditionally played by the Langa musicians and is used to produce rhythmic accompaniment. The musician modulates the sound by changing mouth shape and breathing.

Correct Answer: B. Mirabai

Mirabai (1498-1547) was a Rajput princess from Merta who was an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna. She composed numerous bhajans and poems in Mewari and Braj Bhasha dialects. Despite persecution by her in-laws (the rulers of Mewar), she continued her devotion and is one of the most revered saint-poetesses of India.

Correct Answer: B. Cut paper stencils

Sanjhi is a traditional art form involving intricate paper-cutting and stencil-making to create elaborate designs, primarily associated with Krishna worship. The designs are placed on walls and illuminated with diyas during the Navratri period. The art form is practiced in the Mathura-Vrindavan region and parts of Rajasthan.