Question 1

Which word is not used for tribes in India?&#10;A)vanajyoatis&#10;B)vanavasis&#10;C)harijans&#10;D)adivasis

Accepted Answer

"Harijans" is a term that was used historically to refer to Dalits, a group outside the traditional Indian caste system, and not specifically to tribes. "Vanajatis," "Vanavasis," and "Adivasis" are terms that have been used to refer to tribal communities in India.

Question 2

Which one is an anthropological limitation in defining tribes in India?&#10;A)largest population&#10;B)not homogenous in nature&#10;C)speaks a different languages&#10;D)wear different types of dresses

Accepted Answer

Tribes in India are not homogenous in nature, which means they vary greatly in terms of their social, cultural, and economic practices. This diversity makes it challenging to define tribes under a single characteristic or criterion.

Question 3

'A group of simple minds, occupying a concentrated area, having a common language, a common government, a common action in warfare'. Who is author of this definition of tribes?&#10;A)madan&#10;B)dube&#10;C)majumdar&#10;D)hutton

Accepted Answer

madan&#10;

Question 4

Which one is not a characteristic of Indian tribe?&#10;A)common name&#10;B)common ancestor&#10;C)different languages&#10;D)common territory

Accepted Answer

Indian tribes typically share a common language within each tribe, which is a crucial element of their cultural and social identity. The option suggesting they have different languages does not align with the characteristic feature of a tribe, which usually has a shared language among its members.

Question 5

Clan refers to a -------------- kins of group based on either matrilineal or patrilireal descent&#10;A)unilateral&#10;B)multilateral&#10;C)only lateral&#10;D)none of this

Accepted Answer

Clan refers to a unilateral kind of group because it is based on descent from one side of the family only, either matrilineal (through the mother's line) or patrilineal (through the father's line).

Question 6

In which state the highest number of tribals are found in India?&#10;A)nagaland&#10;B)mizoram&#10;C)madhyapradesh&#10;D)manipur

Accepted Answer

Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of tribals in India, according to the population census. This is due to its large geographical area and diverse habitats that support various tribal communities.

Question 7

Which statement is related to a clan?&#10;A)it is an endogamous unit&#10;B)it has a definite language&#10;C)it has no definite geographic area&#10;D)it has a common leader

Accepted Answer

A clan is typically characterized by a group of people united by kinship or descent, and it often does not have a specific geographic area associated with it.

Question 8

North Eastern Zone of tribes mainly belong to ________ race.&#10;A)mangloids&#10;B)austroloids&#10;C)negroids&#10;D)nordic

Accepted Answer

The tribes in the North Eastern Zone of India mainly belong to the Mongoloid race, characterized by their distinct physical features such as epicanthic folds, straight black hair, and relatively light skin compared to other racial groups in India.

Question 9

In which zone Khasi and Garo belong?&#10;A)the north and north - eastern&#10;B)the central zone&#10;C)the southern zone&#10;D)none of this

Accepted Answer

Khasi and Garo belong to the north and north-eastern zone of India, specifically in the state of Meghalaya.

Question 10

The tribes of Central zone are scattered all over ________________&#10;A)the rivers between jamuna and ganga&#10;B)the rivers between brahmaputhra and jhalam&#10;C)the rivers between kaveri and krishna&#10;D)the rivers between narmada and godavari

Accepted Answer

The tribes of the Central zone in India are scattered all over the region between the Narmada and Godavari rivers. This area is known for its diverse tribal populations, including the Gonds, Bhils, and many others, who have historically inhabited the forests and hills of central India.

Question 11

The main tribes in the Central zone are ___________________&#10;A)kadars and nadras&#10;B)limbo and nagas&#10;C)kota and kurumba&#10;D)gonds and baigas

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Question 12

Which one is based on language and dialects?&#10;A)austric tribes&#10;B)mountain tribes&#10;C)river valley tribes&#10;D)none of this

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Question 13

Which tribe belongs to Nordic group?&#10;A)kadars&#10;B)nagas&#10;C)thodas&#10;D)khasis

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Question 14

Which tribe belongs to Mangloid race?&#10;A)chakmas&#10;B)kadars&#10;C)paniyas&#10;D)thodas

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Question 15

Which tribe is not belonging to Mangaloids?&#10;A)nagas&#10;B)chakmas&#10;C)khonds&#10;D)botiyas

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Question 16

Which tribe is not belonging to Proto- Austroloids?&#10;A)thodas&#10;B)mullakurumas&#10;C)botiyas&#10;D)mundas

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Question 17

Which tribes belong to Negroids?&#10;A)thodas&#10;B)jarwas&#10;C)gonds&#10;D)nagas

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Question 18

Which policy caused for exploitation of tribals?&#10;A)the british land policy&#10;B)the language policy&#10;C)the tribal policy&#10;D)the criminal act policy

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Question 19

The changes among the tribes in India are _________________&#10;A)static&#10;B)uniform&#10;C)not uniform&#10;D)temperory

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Question 20

The most important factor related to many problems of Kerala tribes is __________&#10;A)educational backwardness&#10;B)cultural transformation&#10;C)linguistic conflicts&#10;D)landlessness

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Question 21

Which factor hinders mainly the developmental programmes of tribes?&#10;A)cultural problems&#10;B)educational backwardness&#10;C)economic problems&#10;D)geographical isolation

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Question 22

Which problem is led due to Hinduisation among tribes?&#10;A)language&#10;B)dowry&#10;C)economic&#10;D)geographic

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Question 23

What is the percentage of tribal population in Indian Christians?&#10;A)1/10th&#10;B)1/3rd&#10;C)2/3rd&#10;D)1/6th

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Question 24

Which one is more contemporary among tribal revolts in India?&#10;A)mizos&#10;B)nagas&#10;C)jharkhand&#10;D)shanthals

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Question 25

An important tribe involved in a major revolt is ________________&#10;A)paniyas&#10;B)kadars&#10;C)gonds&#10;D)nagas

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Deck 11: Indian Tribes and Their Characteristics