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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 #141
Which dance of Sikkim is performed to celebrate the success of a hunt?
A. Yak Chham
B. Tashi Yangku
C. Chu-Faat
D. Singhi Chham
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Yak Chham is a popular dance in Sikkim that depicts the life and movements of a yak.
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Question #142
Which folk dance of Mizoram is performed by men and women together using bamboos?
A. Khuallam
B. Chheihlam
C. Cheraw
D. Sarlamkai
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Cheraw is performed with dancers moving between bamboo poles rhythmically.
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Question #143
Which folk dance of Bihar is known for its satirical nature?
A. Jat-Jatin
B. Bidesiya
C. Sama Chakeva
D. Jhumar
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Bidesiya is a traditional folk theatre/dance form that often includes satirical commentary on social issues.
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Question #144
Which folk dance of Karnataka is performed by men in honor of Lord Shiva?
A. Yakshagana
B. Kamsale
C. Dollu Kunitha
D. Veeragase
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Veeragase is a ritualistic dance performed by men during festivals in honor of Lord Veerabhadra (Shiva).
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Question #145
Which dance of Manipur is dedicated to the goddess?
A. Thang-Ta
B. Maibi
C. Pung Cholom
D. Kartal Cholom
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Maibi dance is performed to worship local deities in Manipur.
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Question #146
Which folk dance of Punjab is associated with the Lohri festival?
A. Jhumar
B. Giddha
C. Luddi
D. Bhangra
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Bhangra is frequently performed during the Lohri festival in Punjab.
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Question #147
Which dance of Rajasthan uses 'Manjira' and 'Tandura' instruments?
A. Ghoomar
B. Bhavai
C. Kalbelia
D. Teratali
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Teratali is a ritualistic dance where women tie thirteen cymbals (manjira) to their bodies.
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Question #148
Which dance of Uttarakhand is popular for its circular formation?
A. Thali
B. Chholiya
C. Jhora
D. Pandav Nritya
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Jhora is a community circle dance popular in Uttarakhand.
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Question #149
Which folk dance of Goa is for the monsoon festival?
A. Dhalo
B. Dekhni
C. Corridinho
D. Fugdi
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Fugdi is performed with great energy by women in Goa, often during the festive monsoon season.
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Question #150
Which dance of Odisha is performed by boys in honor of the Sun?
A. Chhau
B. Gotipua
C. Sambalpuri
D. Danda Nata
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Gotipua involves young boys performing acrobatics in a dance-like form.
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Question #151
Which dance of Manipur is a martial arts form?
A. Thang-Ta
B. Maibi
C. Kartal Cholom
D. Pung Cholom
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Thang-Ta is a traditional martial art dance form from Manipur.
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Question #152
Which folk dance of Gujarat features workers leveling floors?
A. Dandiya
B. Tippani
C. Garba
D. Padhar
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Tippani is an occupation-based dance of Gujarat.
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Question #153
Which dance of Maharashtra uses the 'Dholki' instrument?
A. Dhangari Gaja
B. Lavani
C. Powada
D. Koli
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Lavani is rhythmically accompanied by the Dholki drum.
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Question #154
Which folk dance of Himachal Pradesh features a 'Mala' of people?
A. Nati
B. Chharhi
C. Dhamal
D. Kayang Mala
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kayang Mala dancers form a garland-like chain.
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Question #155
Which folk dance of Punjab involves a group?
A. Bhangra
B. Giddha
C. All of the above
D. Luddi
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
All are classic group folk dances of Punjab.
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Question #156
Which dance of Uttarakhand is for prayer?
A. Jhora
B. Pandav Nritya
C. Chholiya
D. Thali
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Pandav Nritya has ritualistic prayer elements.
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Question #157
The 'Dollu Kunitha' folk dance is primarily associated with which state?
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Kerala
D. Karnataka
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Dollu Kunitha is a prominent drum-based folk dance form from Karnataka.
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Question #158
Which dance of Madhya Pradesh is performed specifically by the women of the state?
A. Sua Nacha
B. Saila
C. Karma
D. Grida
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sua Nacha, also known as the Parrot Dance, is performed exclusively by women in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
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Question #159
The 'Koli' dance is a popular folk dance of which state?
A. Karnataka
B. Goa
C. Maharashtra
D. Gujarat
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Koli dance is a vibrant folk dance form originating from the fishing communities of Maharashtra.
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Question #160
Which state's folk dance is the 'Rauf'?
A. Punjab
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Jammu & Kashmir
D. Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Rauf is a traditional dance performed by women in Jammu and Kashmir, especially during the spring season.
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