Jharkhand - Study Mode

[#241] Folk dance in Jharkhand is associated with 1. traditional music. 2. folk songs. 3. independent of music and songs. 4. is a religious affair only for tribal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer

(C) 1 and 2

Explanation

Solution: Folk dance in Jharkhand is associated with traditional music and folk songs.

[#242] 'Rang Darpan' institute related to Drama is located in
Correct Answer

(A) Ranchi

[#243] Wooden craft is made in the district
Correct Answer

(A) Hazaribagh

[#244] Which style of painting of Jharkhand is slowly facing extinction?
Correct Answer

(D) Paitkar

Explanation

Solution: One of the oldest tribal paintings in India, Paitkat paintings also called scroll paintings due to its appearance, depicts life after death. This form of painting is in the process of extinction due to lack of funds for promoting it.

[#245] Which region in Jharkhand is famous for toy making?
Correct Answer

(A) Ranchi

Explanation

Solution: The Chhota Nagpur and Ranchi areas are known for their wooden toys. The most common figures are the mother and child and Raja-Rani that are painted on wood. The toys are notable for their artistic vigour.