Question Discussion & Solution

The correct answer is the Bhils Tribe.

• It is a tribal dance drama.
• It is expressed by many troupes and has many different characters.

• It is a 40 days long festival.
• It is celebrated in July or September In Mewar region.
• Gawari is accompanied by a Madal and a Thali.​
• In this dance, a troupe travels through the village to the village with their dance for a month.

The correct answer is Kalbelia.

• Kalbelia tribe is known for its profession of catching snakes.
• The largest number of the population of Kalbelias is in Pali district, then Ajmer, Chittorgarh and Udaipur district.

Key Points

• Traditionally, Kalbelia men carried cobras in cane baskets from door to door in villages while their women sang and danced and begged for alms.
• They revere the cobra and advocate the non-killing of the reptile. 
• Since the enactment of the Wildlife Act of 1972, the Kalbelias have been pushed out of their traditional profession of snake handling.

Additional Information

• Kalbelia dance, performed as a celebration, is an integral part of Kalbelia culture.
• Their dances and songs are a matter of pride and a marker of identity for the Kalbelias and they represent the creative adaptation of this community of snake charmers to changing socioeconomic conditions and their own role in rural Rajasthani society. 
•  In 2010, the Kalbelia folk songs and dances of Rajasthan were declared a part of its Intangible Heritage List by the UNESCO.

The correct answer is Neither 1 and 2.

• Jaipur and Ahmedabad are two heritage cities in UNESCO heritage sites of India.
• Rajasthan has six forts in UNESCO heritage sites of India.
• Hence the correct answer is Neither 1 and 2.

Key Points

UNESCO Heritage sites in Rajasthan

Important Points

• Six forts from Rajasthan in UNESCO heritage sites.
• Total 8 UNESCO sites and one city from Rajasthan.
• Jaipur and Ahmedabad are the only two cities in UNESCO heritage from India.
• About UNESCO
  • UNESCO is is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
  • UNESCO stands for "The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization".
  • UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France.

The correct answer is Legs ornaments.

• Legs Ornament
  • Traditional Rajasthani leg ornaments worn by women are made up of silver or gold metal such as Anguda, Bichuae, Jhanzar, Payal, Paijeb, etc.
  • These Leg Ornaments are very popular in Rajasthan.

Key Points

• ​Anguda
  • ​The anguda is worn on the thumb of the toes.

• Bichua
  • ​The bichua is worn on the toes.

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• Jhanzar
  • ​The bells in Jhanzar make the sound of walking.

• Payal
  • ​It is similar to paijeb.
  • It is in a solid ring shape.
  • It makes a melodious sound.
• Paijeb
  • Paijeb is a chain of silver in which small bells are tied.

Additional Information

• Head Ornaments
  • Traditional Rajasthani head ornaments worn by women are rakhdi, tika, sheeshphool, thekda, tiki, and jhela made of silver or gold on the forehead and tucked or fastened in the hair.
  • These Forehead Ornaments are very popular in Rajasthan.
  • Rakdri
    • It is a rounded and heavy ornament.
  • Tika
    • ​Tika wore on the forehead is in the shape of the medal and tied with summang which hangs down the forehead.
  • Sheeshphool
    • ​It is the ornament worn on the hair with Borla.
    • The artistic work is done on this ornament.
• Neck Ornaments
  • Hansali, Dora, Chokada, Mala, Kanthi, Terata, Madliya, Chain, Moti-ki-mala, Takhti, Savia, Champakali, etc.
• Waist Ornaments
  • Kardhani: There are small bells attached to it and it is a major ornament worn on the waist. It covers all sides.

The correct answer is Pali.

• Bullet Baba temple is in the ​Pali district of Rajasthan.

Key Points

• This temple is also known as Om Banna, or, Bullet Baba temple.
• It is dedicated to a motorcycle (Royal Bullet) of Om Banna.
• Located on the Pali-Jodhpur highway, near Chotila village.
• This shrine is named after Om Banna (Om Singh Rathore) who met an accident.
• His bullet bike reappeared on the same spot two-three times from police custody.
• Hundreds of devotees come here every day with their vehicles to pray for their safe journey.

Additional Information ​​

• Banna is an honorary token of respect used for Rajputs.
• The motorcycle is Royal Enfield Bullet with number plate RNJ 7773.
• It is believed that Om Banna helps distressed travellers.
• People offer flowers, liquor, coconut, red thread, and sweets.
• An everlasting flame is kept at the spot.