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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following Indus Valley civilization Sites belong to India?
1. Harappa
2. Rakhigarhi
3. Dholavira
4. Mohenjodaro
5. Ropar
Select the correct answer codeCorrect
2, 3 and 5 are correct.
While Harappa and Mohenjodaro are situated in Pakistan, the important sites excavated in India are Lothal and Dholavira in Gujarat, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, Ropar in the Punjab, Kalibangan and Balathal in Rajasthan.Incorrect
2, 3 and 5 are correct.
While Harappa and Mohenjodaro are situated in Pakistan, the important sites excavated in India are Lothal and Dholavira in Gujarat, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, Ropar in the Punjab, Kalibangan and Balathal in Rajasthan. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsAccording to experts, which of the following statements regarding Kalibangan is/are correct?
1. Kalibangan in Rajasthan has given the evidence of the earliest ploughed agricultural field ever revealed through an excavation.
2. It is also a site which has given an evidence of earliest archaeologically recorded Earthquake.
Select the correct answer codeCorrect
Both 1 and 2 are correct.
Kalibangan has given the evidence of the earliest (2800 BC) ploughed agricultural field ever revealed through an excavation as per Dr. B Lal. It is also a site which has given an evidence of earliest recorded “Earthquake”.Incorrect
Both 1 and 2 are correct.
Kalibangan has given the evidence of the earliest (2800 BC) ploughed agricultural field ever revealed through an excavation as per Dr. B Lal. It is also a site which has given an evidence of earliest recorded “Earthquake”. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsAihole inscription, is known as the Cradle of Indian architecture, was issued under the reign of
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Aihole was the first capital of Chalukyas where they built numerous temples dating back to the 6th century CE. Many inscriptions found at Aihole, but the inscription which found at Meguti Temple popularly known as Aihole inscription, which has the significance in the history of India, witnessed for the many historical events of Chalukyas.
The Aihole inscription issued by Pulakeshin II gives the details of his reign.Incorrect
Aihole was the first capital of Chalukyas where they built numerous temples dating back to the 6th century CE. Many inscriptions found at Aihole, but the inscription which found at Meguti Temple popularly known as Aihole inscription, which has the significance in the history of India, witnessed for the many historical events of Chalukyas.
The Aihole inscription issued by Pulakeshin II gives the details of his reign. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Bardo Chham.
1. Bardo Chham is a folk dance performed in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. It is based on the stories of good and evil.
3. The performers wear masks representing different animals.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
All 1, 2 and 3 are correct.
Bardo Chham
• Region/Area: Arunachal Pradesh
• Occasion: Performed during festivals
• Highlight: The performers wear masks representing different animals
• Purpose: Depiction of good over evil
• Bardo Chham is performed by the Sherdukpen tribe of the West Kameng district. The dancers perform to the beats of many percussion instrumentsIncorrect
All 1, 2 and 3 are correct.
Bardo Chham
• Region/Area: Arunachal Pradesh
• Occasion: Performed during festivals
• Highlight: The performers wear masks representing different animals
• Purpose: Depiction of good over evil
• Bardo Chham is performed by the Sherdukpen tribe of the West Kameng district. The dancers perform to the beats of many percussion instruments -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following are the Folk dances of North East India?
1. Bihu
2. Bagurumba
3. Kummi
4. Dhol Cholom
Select the correct answer codeCorrect
1, 2 and 4 are correct.
Bihu
• Region/Area: Assam
• Occasion: Performed during the Bihu festival
• Highlight: Lyrics used in the songs propagates love
Bagurumba
• Region/Area: Assam
• Occasion: Performed during various festivals
• Highlight: The dance is inspired from nature
Dhol Cholom
• Region/Area: Manipur
• Occasion: Performed during Holi festival
• Highlight: The dancers display acrobatic moves while playing dhol – a large drum Kummi is a folk dance, popular in Tamil Nadu and Kerala.Incorrect
1, 2 and 4 are correct.
Bihu
• Region/Area: Assam
• Occasion: Performed during the Bihu festival
• Highlight: Lyrics used in the songs propagates love
Bagurumba
• Region/Area: Assam
• Occasion: Performed during various festivals
• Highlight: The dance is inspired from nature
Dhol Cholom
• Region/Area: Manipur
• Occasion: Performed during Holi festival
• Highlight: The dancers display acrobatic moves while playing dhol – a large drum Kummi is a folk dance, popular in Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
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