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[#476] Which folk dance is related to Sufiana music of Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(A) Hafiz Nagma

Explanation

Solution: Hafiz Nagma is a Kashmiri folk dance which is related to Sufiana music. This dance is performed during wedding ceremonies. It is believed that Mughal Emperor Akbar introduced it in Kashmir. Some scholars thought that this dance form was mainly promoted by the Afghans.

[#477] Which folk dance of Kashmir region is performed on set locations and set occasions?
Correct Answer

(D) Dumhal

Explanation

Solution: Dumhal is the most famous dance of Kashmir which is performed on set locations and set occasions. In this dance, a banner is dig into the ground and a group of men dance around it. They sing in a melodious voice in chorus and perform on drum beats.

[#478] Which dance is performed mainly during the time of Lohri festival?
Correct Answer

(B) Dandaras

Explanation

Solution: Dandaras is one of the popular dance forms in Jammu which is performed during the time of Lohri festival. This is a highly professional dance in which a model of peacock, made of bamboos and coloured paper, is carried by every group of dancers.

[#479] Which Section of Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act, 1989 deals with the constitution of Halqa Panchayat?
Correct Answer

(D) Section 4

Explanation

Solution: The Section 4 of the Panchayati Raj Act, 1989 deals with the establishment and Constitution of Halqa Panchayat in Jammu and Kashmir.

[#480] The State Election Commission is included in which Section of the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act, 2011?
Correct Answer

(C) Section 36

Explanation

Solution: As per Section 36 of the Panchayati Raj Act, 2011, the State Election Commission is the election authority which has the responsibility of superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for all general elections.