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Folk Dances of India MCQs

Practice Folk Dances of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering regional folk dances, states, cultural traditions, festivals and important dance forms such as Bhangra, Garba, Ghoomar, Bihu, Lavani, Rouf, Yakshagana and other folk dances frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #61
Which folk dance of Goa is for weddings?
A. Corridinho
B. Fugdi
C. Dhalo
D. Dekhni
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Corridinho is a popular folk dance of Goa often performed at weddings.
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Question #62
Which folk dance of Karnataka involves percussion?
A. Veeragase
B. All of the above
C. Kamsale
D. Dollu Kunitha
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Percussion is a fundamental element of many Karnataka folk dance forms.
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Question #63
Which folk dance of Rajasthan is a community dance?
A. Kalbelia
B. Bhavai
C. Ghoomar
D. Teratali
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Ghoomar is a traditional community dance of Rajasthan.
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Question #64
Which folk dance of Tripura uses bamboo sticks?
A. Lebang Boomani
B. Garia
C. All of the above
D. Hojagiri
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Tripura's folk tradition includes various ritualistic dances.
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Question #65
Which dance of Bihar is a folk theatre form?
A. Sama Chakeva
B. Jat-Jatin
C. Jhumar
D. Bidesiya
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Bidesiya is a traditional folk theatre dance form of Bihar.
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Question #66
Which dance of Sikkim involves lion masks?
A. Singhi Chham
B. Chu-Faat
C. Yak Chham
D. Tashi Yangku
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Singhi Chham honors the mythical snow lion.
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Question #67
Which dance of Meghalaya is a group dance?
A. All of the above
B. Shad Suk Mynsiem
C. Wangala
D. Laho
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Meghalaya's folk culture is rich in community dances.
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Question #68
Which dance of Manipur is performed by 'Maibi' priestesses?
A. Pung Cholom
B. Kartal Cholom
C. Maibi
D. Thang-Ta
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Maibi is performed by the priestesses of Manipur during religious festivals.
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Question #69
Which folk dance of Odisha is known for its intricate movements?
A. Sambalpuri
B. Dalkhai
C. Gotipua
D. All of the above
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Odisha's folk dance landscape is highly varied and intricate.
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Question #70
Which dance of Gujarat is famous for its circular formation?
A. Padhar
B. Dandiya
C. Garba
D. Tippani
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Garba is performed in a circular formation, honoring the goddess.
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Question #71
Which folk dance of Maharashtra is traditional?
A. Powada
B. Lavani
C. Dhangari Gaja
D. All of the above
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
These are all distinct traditional folk forms of Maharashtra.
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Question #72
Which folk dance of Himachal Pradesh features a 'Mala' (garland)?
A. Kayang Mala
B. Chharhi
C. Nati
D. Dhamal
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kayang Mala is a dance where performers form a human chain like a garland.
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Question #73
Which dance of Nagaland features a war theme?
A. War Dance
B. Moatsu
C. All of the above
D. Chong
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Naga culture traditionally includes various war dances.
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Question #74
Which folk dance of Punjab is a group dance?
A. Giddha
B. Bhangra
C. All of the above
D. Jhumar
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Punjab has numerous group folk dances.
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Question #75
Which dance of Haryana is a rhythmic performance?
A. Phag
B. Dhamal
C. Loor
D. All of the above
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
These are all important folk dances of Haryana.
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Question #76
Which dance of Andhra Pradesh is ritualistic?
A. Dappu
B. Lambadi
C. Veeranatyam
D. Kolaattam
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Veeranatyam is a religious/ritualistic folk dance.
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Question #77
Which dance of Uttarakhand is popular?
A. Chholiya
B. All of the above
C. Pandav Nritya
D. Jhora
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Uttarakhand has a diverse range of folk dances.
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Question #78
Which folk dance of Madhya Pradesh is for the monsoon?
A. Sua
B. Saila
C. Grida
D. Karma
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Grida is a folk dance performed during the harvest/monsoon season in MP.
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Question #79
Which folk dance of Rajasthan is a solo/group dance?
A. Ghoomar
B. All of the above
C. Kalbelia
D. Teratali
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Rajasthan's folk dances have diverse performance structures.
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Question #80
Which folk dance of Tripura is ritualistic?
A. Lebang Boomani
B. Hojagiri
C. All of the above
D. Garia
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Tripura's folk tradition includes various ritualistic dances.
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