West Bengal - Study Mode
[#111] The distinguished pattern of Kirtan style belongs to which of the following historic era?
Correct Answer
(B) Pre-Mughal School of Dhrupad
Explanation
Solution: The Kirtan Style is distinguihed by its elements of group singing and its use of complicated time measures (talas) belonging to the pre-Mughal School of Dhrupad.
[#112] The different forms of puppet used in puppet dance in West Bengal are
Correct Answer
(C) rod puppets, string puppets, glove puppets
Explanation
Solution: There are three forms of puppets in puppet dance in West Bengal. They are rod puppets, string puppets and glove puppets.
[#113] The Dhali dance is a weapon dance which comprises of
Correct Answer
(D) Both (A) and (C)
Explanation
Solution: Dhali dance is performed between two men whose weapons are thickly woven cane shields and bamboo sticks.
[#114] The dance Tusu Parab is the main attraction of which of the following festivals in West Bengal?
Correct Answer
(C) Makar Sankranti
Explanation
Solution: Tusu Parab is a seasonal dance and is performed only in the month of Pausa (December-January). Everyday, during this month, young women gather and dance to the songs which are called Tusu songs. This is the main attraction of Makar Sakranti festical which is an important festival of West BEngal.
[#115] The dance Tusu Parab is performed in the month of 'Pausa' according to the indigenous calendar. According to English calendar, it falls in the month of
Correct Answer
(D) December-January
Explanation
Solution: Tusu Parab is a seasonal dance and is performed only in the month of Pausa (December-January). Everyday, during this month, young women gather and dance to the songs which are called Tusu songs. This is the main attraction of Makar Sakranti festical which is an important festival of West BEngal.