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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 #81
Which folk dance of Bihar is based on stories?
A. All of the above
B. Jat-Jatin
C. Sama Chakeva
D. Bidesiya
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Storytelling through dance is a core feature of Bihar's folk arts.
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Question #82
Which folk dance of Sikkim is for the snow lion?
A. Yak Chham
B. Tashi Yangku
C. Chu-Faat
D. Singhi Chham
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Singhi Chham honors the mythical snow lion.
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Question #83
Which folk dance of Meghalaya uses musical instruments?
A. Shad Suk Mynsiem
B. Laho
C. All of the above
D. Wangala
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Music and dance are intertwined in Meghalaya's folk traditions.
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Question #84
The 'Bhavai' folk dance, famous for balancing multiple earthen pots, belongs to which state?
A. Rajasthan
B. Gujarat
C. Haryana
D. Punjab
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Bhavai is a traditional dance of Rajasthan where performers display their skills by balancing pots on their heads.
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Question #85
Which folk dance is primarily performed by the 'Bhil' tribe of Rajasthan?
A. Kalbelia
B. Teratali
C. Bhavai
D. Ghoomar
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Ghoomar was originally developed by the Bhil tribe and became a popular folk dance of Rajasthan.
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Question #86
Which folk dance is known as the 'Dandi' dance from Odisha?
A. Chhau
B. Sambalpuri
C. Danda Nata
D. Gotipua
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Danda Nata is an ancient ritualistic folk dance form from Odisha.
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Question #87
Which folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir is known as the 'Harvest Dance'?
A. Bhand Pather
B. Dumhal
C. Rauf
D. Chakri
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Dumhal is a folk dance performed by the Rauf tribe, often linked to agricultural celebrations.
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Question #88
Which folk dance of Karnataka is known for its religious devotion and percussion?
A. Kamsale
B. All of the above
C. Dollu Kunitha
D. Veeragase
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Dollu Kunitha, Veeragase, and Kamsale are all devotional and percussive folk dances of Karnataka.
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Question #89
The 'Koli' dance is associated with which coastal community?
A. Merchants of Gujarat
B. Tribes of Odisha
C. Fisherfolk of Maharashtra
D. Farmers of Punjab
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Koli dance is a vibrant expression of the fishing community in Maharashtra.
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Question #90
Which folk dance of Chhattisgarh is a 'parrot dance'?
A. Sua Nacha
B. Pandavani
C. Raut Nacha
D. Panthi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sua Nacha (Parrot Dance) is performed by women in Chhattisgarh, where they dance around a parrot made of wood.
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Question #91
Which folk dance of Nagaland is performed by the Ao tribe?
A. Kums
B. Moatsu
C. Chong
D. Bihu
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Moatsu is the primary festival dance performed by the Ao tribe in Nagaland.
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Question #92
Which dance form of West Bengal is associated with the 'Chhau' tradition?
A. Jhumur
B. Gambhira
C. Tusu
D. Purulia Chhau
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Purulia Chhau is a distinct style of mask-based dance from West Bengal.
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Question #93
Which dance form is performed by the Reang tribe of Tripura?
A. All of the above
B. Garia
C. Lebang Boomani
D. Hojagiri
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Hojagiri is a popular dance performed by the Reang community of Tripura, involving balancing pots.
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Question #94
Which folk dance is known as the 'Sword Dance' of Uttarakhand?
A. Thali
B. Pandav Nritya
C. Chholiya
D. Jhora
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Chholiya is a traditional sword dance of the Kumaon region.
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Question #95
Which dance of Sikkim features a lion mask?
A. Singhi Chham
B. Yak Chham
C. Tashi Yangku
D. Chu-Faat
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Singhi Chham is a popular folk dance of Sikkim featuring lion masks.
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Question #96
Which folk dance of Bihar focuses on the 'Bidesiya' (migrant worker) theme?
A. Jat-Jatin
B. Bidesiya
C. Jhumar
D. Sama Chakeva
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Bidesiya is a traditional folk dance/theatre form of Bihar portraying the migrant worker's struggle.
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Question #97
Which dance of Tamil Nadu uses puppets representing birds?
A. Karagattam
B. Mayilattam
C. Kolaattam
D. Kummi
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Mayilattam (Peacock Dance) involves the dancers mimicking the movements of a peacock.
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Question #98
Which folk dance of Haryana is a group dance performed during Holi?
A. Khoria
B. Gugga
C. Loor
D. Phag
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Phag is a rhythmic folk dance of Haryana performed during the Holi festival.
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Question #99
Which dance of Karnataka involves percussion?
A. Veeragase
B. All of the above
C. Dollu Kunitha
D. Kamsale
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Karnataka is home to various percussive folk dances.
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Question #100
Which folk dance of Rajasthan is a group community dance?
A. Kalbelia
B. Teratali
C. Bhavai
D. Ghoomar
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Ghoomar is the traditional community dance of Rajasthan.
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