Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#71] Name the dance form of grass cutters in Jammu region.
Correct Answer

(D) Letri

Explanation

Solution: Letri dance is generally performed during harvesting process i.e. cutting grass from the field. The grass cutters, 10 to 50 in number start dancing, cutting grass on the rhythm of drum beats.

[#72] Which musical instrument is used in Ladishah songs?
Correct Answer

(C) Dahara

Explanation

Solution: Dahara musical instrument is like a very long rod of iron and has iron and bronze rings to support it. Ladishah songs are sung with the use of this instrument.

[#73] Which musical instrument is looked like 'Indian Sarangi'?
Correct Answer

(A) Saranda

Explanation

Solution: Saranda is a string musical instrument which looks like Indian Sarangi. Saints or Jogis of Jammu region use this instrument. It is played with a bow. It is made of a block of Mulberry wood or Teakwood. It is also played with middle and little finger of the left hand.

[#74] Which of the following dance was started by Guru Padmasambhava in late 8 th century in Ladakh region?
Correct Answer

(B) Chham

Explanation

Solution: Chham is quite popular mask and costume dance of Buddhists of Ladakh monasteries. It is believed that Chham dance was started by Guru Padmasambhava in the late 8 th century. This is performed in Buddhist festivals and considered as an act of cleansing of evil forces.

[#75] Which of the following folk dances is mostly performed in the hilly areas of Jammu region?
Correct Answer

(A) Heren

Explanation

Solution: Heren is a folk dance which is mostly performed in the hilly areas of Jammu region. This traditional theatre style dance form is mainly done during Lohri festival by 10 to 15 members.