Indian Art and Culture Practice Question and Answer

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:

Kalamandalam Rajan received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2009 for which of the following dance styles?

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    bharatanatyam
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    odissi
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    Kathakali
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    Kathak
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Answer : 4. "Kathak"

Q:

Mando is a form of folk song from the state of ______.

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    Bihar
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    Manipur
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    Goa
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    Rajasthan
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Answer : 3. "Goa"
Explanation :

1. Mando is a folk song that was developed by the Catholics of the state of Goa.

2. It represents the meeting point of local Goan and Western musical traditions.

3. Mando songs are usually about love, nature and adventure.

4. An important part of Goa's rich cultural heritage.

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.

Q:

'Nagara' temples typically have a ______ style of architecture.

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    South Indian
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    East Indian
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    North Indian
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    mixed
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Answer : 3. "North Indian"
Explanation :

1. Nagara-style temples generally have a North Indian style of architecture.

2. The Nagara style is associated with the land between the Himalayas and the Vindhyas, the Dravidian style is associated with the land between the Krishna and Kaveri rivers, while the Vesara style is sometimes associated with the area between the Vindhya and Krishna rivers.

3. Nagara-style temples are mainly made up of four chambers. They are –

- sanctum sanctorum

- Jagmohan

- Natyamandir

- Bhogmandir

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:

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:

Madhuri Dixit is related to which Indian dance form?

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    Bharatnatyam
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    Kuchipudi
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    Kathak
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    Kathakali
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Answer : 3. "Kathak"

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