Question 1

Which of the following is signature art form of tribal community of Gujarat?

Accepted Answer

Kutch and Kathiawar embroidery are traditional art forms associated with the tribal communities of Gujarat, known for their intricate and colorful designs.

Question 2

Where is the Mousoleum of Emperor Akbar located?

Accepted Answer

The Mausoleum of Emperor Akbar is located in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Question 3

The famous Meenakshi Temple is situated in ___________

Accepted Answer

The Meenakshi Temple, renowned for its architectural magnificence and spiritual significance, is located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Question 4

Where is Gandhi Memorial Museum present?

Accepted Answer

The Gandhi Memorial Museum is located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the most known museums dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi in India.

Question 5

Find the incorrect pair.

Accepted Answer

The Gass Forest Museum is located in Coimbatore, not Bhubaneswar. The other pairs correctly match the location with the museum.

Question 6

Which of the following is/are the example of cave paintings?

Accepted Answer

All the options listed, Ajanta Caves, Armamalai Cave, and Badami Cave Temple, are known for their historical significance and the presence of ancient cave paintings, making D) all the above the correct answer.

Question 7

Find the correct statement from the below:
i. Push factors are defined as internal motives or forces that cause tourists to seek activities to fulfill their needs.
ii. Pull factors are destination generated forces and the knowledge that tourists hold about a destination.
iii. Pull factors are intrinsic motivators.
iv. Push factors are extrinsic motivators.

Accepted Answer

i. Push factors are indeed internal motives or forces that cause tourists to seek activities to fulfill their needs, focusing on the psychological aspects of why people travel.ii. Pull factors are indeed destination generated forces and the knowledge that tourists hold about a destination, focusing on the attributes of the destination that attract visitors.

Question 8

The 'Buxa Bird Festival', the famous bird festival is held in which state?

Accepted Answer

The 'Buxa Bird Festival' is held in West Bengal, specifically in the Buxa Tiger Reserve located in the Alipurduar district. This festival attracts bird watchers and nature enthusiasts to observe and study the diverse avian species found in the region.

Question 9

The Desert Festival, an annual event in Rajasthan that displays local folk arts and culture, aerobatics, camel races, is held at__________

Accepted Answer

The Desert Festival is held in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. It showcases the region's culture, including folk music, dance, and traditional events like camel races.

Question 10

With which of the following festivals is Jallikattu associated?

Accepted Answer

Jallikattu is associated with Pongal, a harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, India.

Question 11

Hornbill Festival is celebrated in which state of India?

Accepted Answer

The Hornbill Festival is celebrated in Nagaland, India. It is an annual cultural festival that showcases the heritage, customs, and traditions of the Naga people.

Question 12

Which one of the following statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India.

Question 13

Padmanabhapuram Palace in Kanyakumari is maintained and controlled by______

Accepted Answer

Padmanabhapuram Palace, despite being located in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, is maintained and controlled by the Kerala government due to historical reasons, as it was the seat of the rulers of Travancore, which is a part of modern-day Kerala.

Question 14

Rani-ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the finest example of Step Well at Patan. Which is belongs to which state of India?

Accepted Answer

Rani-ki Vav is located in Patan, Gujarat, India. It is renowned for its size and sculpture, representing a high mark in the architectural and technological development of stepwell construction.

Question 15

Which is the largest library in India by volume and public record?

Accepted Answer

The National Library of India, located in Kolkata, is the largest library in India by volume and public record. It holds a significant collection of books, manuscripts, and journals in various languages, serving as a repository of India's cultural heritage.

Question 16

Veer Bhumi in New Delhi is the crematorium of___________

Accepted Answer

Veer Bhumi is the cremation site of Rajiv Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India.

Question 17

Which of the following folk dances is associated with Jammu and Kashmir?

Accepted Answer

Rauf is a traditional folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir, often performed by women during spring and summer, especially during the months of Ramadan and Eid.

Question 18

Which among the following is a wind instrument?

Accepted Answer

The shehnai is a wind instrument, played by blowing air through a reed at one end, producing sound through the resonance of its tube structure.

Question 19

The Hyderabadi cuisine is a blend of which of the following cuisines?

Accepted Answer

Hyderabadi cuisine is a blend of Mughlai, Lucknowi, and Persian cuisines, reflecting the rich culinary traditions of the region's history and the influence of the Mughals and Persians.

Question 20

Which among the following is not a folk dance of Rajasthan?

Accepted Answer

Koli is a folk dance from Maharashtra, not Rajasthan. Ghumar, Leela, and Ghapal are associated with Rajasthan.

Quiz 2: Indian Culture, Tourism and Geography