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[#481] The Khemta dance is a dance which is several decades old. The historic origin of the Khemta dance is considered to be
Correct Answer

(A) the courtyards of zamindars

Explanation

Solution: Historically, the Khemta dance used to be performed in the courtyards of big zamindars.

[#482] The Jari dance is performed by ............... on the occasion of ............... .
Correct Answer

(D) Shiah Muslims, Muharram

Explanation

Solution: The Jari dance is usually performed by Shia Muslims during Muharram and recounts the mournful death of Imam Hussain at Karbala.

[#483] The great musician, Ustad Alauddin Khan has developed his aura in which of the following musical instruments?
Correct Answer

(B) Sarod

Explanation

Solution: Ustad Alauddin Khan was a great Sarod player.

[#484] The Gambhira dance depicts the relationship between the grandfather and grandson. It is a representation of social-political and moral concerns. It is famous in the district of
Correct Answer

(B) Malda

Explanation

Solution: The Gambhira dance depicts the relationship between the grandfather and grandson. It is a representation of social-political and moral concerns. It is famous in North Bengal, especially in Malda district.

[#485] The famous song 'Dhana Dhanye Pushpe Bhara' is a
Correct Answer

(A) Dwijendra Geeti

Explanation

Solution: Some songs like 'Dhana Dhanye Pushpe Bhara', 'Banga Amar Janani Amar', Jedin Sunil Jaladhi Haite', 'Patitadwarini Gangey' etc were very famous Dwijendra Geeti in pre-independence era.