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Q:

The two epics, ‘Raghuvamsha’ and ‘Kumarasambhava’ are works of ______.

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    Valmiki
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    Ramdas
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    Sivananda
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    Kalidas
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Answer : 4. "Kalidas"
Explanation :

1. Two epics, 'Raghuvansh' and 'Kumarasambhavam' are works written by Kalidasa.

2. Kalidas was a great poet and playwright of Sanskrit language. Who was born in the 4th century AD.

3. His famous works include Raghuvansh, Kumarasambhavam, Meghdoot, Abhijnanashakuntalam and Vikramorvasiya.

4. Kumarasambhavam is an epic that narrates the love story of Shiva and Parvati and the birth of Kartikeya.

Q:

In the context of Sufi traditions, what is the meaning of the word 'Sama'?

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    Recitation of sacred songs
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    Magic Tricks
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    Disciple
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    Ashram
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Answer : 1. "Recitation of sacred songs"
Explanation :

In the context of Sufi traditions, the meaning of the word 'sama' can be summed up in the following points:

1. Meaning: "to hear"

2. Nature: A Sufi Ceremony

3. Objective: To concentrate the mind in the remembrance of God and grow spiritually

4. Celebrations: Often include singing, playing instruments, dancing, poetry recitation and prayers, wearing symbolic costumes, and other rituals.

5. Genres: Charki, Mevlawi, Qawwali

6. Effect: A Powerful Spiritual Experience

Q:

The Paithani saree weaving industry is in which state?

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    Rajasthan
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    Gujarat
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    Maharashtra
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    Assam
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Answer : 3. "Maharashtra"
Explanation :

1. This type of saree is named after the Paithan city of Aurangabad Maharashtra state where they are hand woven.

2. They are made of the very finest silk and hence they are the most expensive sarees in India.

3. It is named after the Paithan village in which it is woven. There is zari (gold or silver) work in the saree.

Q:

Match the columns.

Season                        Month according to Indian calendar

(A) Vasanta               (I) Chartra-Vaisakha

(B) Grishma              (II) Asvina-Kartika

(C) Varsha                (III) Sravana-Bhadra

(D) Sharada              (IV) Jyaistha-Asadha

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    A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-II
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    A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
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    A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
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    A-IV, B-III, C-1, D-II
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Answer : 1. "A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-II"
Explanation :

Here all the columns are matching correctly.

(A) Vasanta                - Chartra-Vaisakha

(B) Grishma               - Jyaistha-Asadha

(C) Varsha                  - Sravana-Bhadra

(D) Sharada              - Asvina-Kartika

Q:

The first printed edition of the Ramcharitmanas by Tulsidas was published from ______ in 1810.

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    Delhi
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    Calcutta/Kolkata
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    Madras/Chennai
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    Bombay/Mumbai
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Answer : 2. "Calcutta/Kolkata"
Explanation :

1. The first printed edition of Ramcharitmanas written by great poet Tulsidas was published from William Fort College in Calcutta (Kolkata) in 1810.

2. This edition was edited by Pt. Sadal Mishra.

3. This edition was printed using the technique of litho printing.

4. Other major literary works of the great poet Tulsidas are-

* Vairagya Sandipani

* Janaki Mangal

* Parvati Mangal

* Vinay Party

*Literature Gems

* Hanuman Chalisa

* Geetawali

* Dohawali

Q:

What does ‘Chaitya’ in Buddhist architecture refer to? 

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    Buddha relic
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    Prayer hall
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    Residence
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    Monastery
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Answer : 2. "Prayer hall "

Q:

Which folk songs and dances were inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2010?

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    Gair
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    Chari
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    Kalbelia
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    Bhavai
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Answer : 3. "Kalbelia"
Explanation :

1. In the committee meeting of UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) held in November 2010 in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, Kalbelia dance has also been included in the representative list of intangible cultural heritage.

2. Kalbelia folk songs and dances of Rajasthan were recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO.

3. Songs and dances are an expression of the traditional lifestyle of the Kalbelia community.

4. The Kalbelia dance is performed only by the women, while the men play instruments and provide the music.

5. The people of Kalbelia tribe once used to catch snakes professionally.

Q:

Willy Wonka is a fictional character from the children's storybook '______'.

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    Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
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    Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
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    Matilda
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    Charlotte's Web
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Answer : 2. "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"
Explanation :

1. Willy Wonka is a fictional character from the children's storybook 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'.

2. This book was written by Roald Dahl and first published in 1964 in the United States of America.

3. The character of Willy Wonka has also been featured in many movies and TV shows. The most famous portrayal was by Gene Wilder in the 1971 film 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory'.

4. The character of Willy Wonka has been very popular among children. He is often seen as a mischievous and funny person, but he is also good at heart. They love children and want to keep them happy always.

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