Classical & Folk Dances of Assam MCQs
Assam General Knowledge – Module 5: Assam Culture, Art & Heritage MCQs
Topic: Classical & Folk Dances of Assam MCQs
I. Classical Dance Tradition of Assam
1. Which is the only classical dance form of Assam recognised by Sangeet Natak Akademi?
A. Bihu Dance
B. Sattriya Dance
C. Ojapali
D. Bagurumba
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Sattriya is Assam’s classical dance form, recognised as one of the eight classical dances of India.
2. Sattriya dance originated in association with:
A. Royal courts
B. Tea gardens
C. Satras (Vaishnavite monasteries)
D. Tribal councils
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Sattriya developed in Satras, established by Srimanta Sankardeva to propagate Vaishnavism.
3. Sattriya dance was originally performed by:
A. Women dancers only
B. Tribal communities
C. Male monks (Bhokots)
D. Court artists
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Traditionally, Sattriya was performed by male monks as part of religious rituals.
4. The main theme of Sattriya dance is:
A. Nature worship
B. Tribal warfare
C. Vaishnavite devotion
D. Agricultural cycle
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Sattriya depicts stories of Lord Krishna and Vaishnavite philosophy.
5. Sattriya dance compositions are mainly based on:
A. Folk songs
B. Borgeet and Ankia Naat
C. Modern poetry
D. Tribal chants
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Sattriya uses Borgeet (devotional songs) and Ankia Naat (one-act plays).
II. Popular Folk Dances of Assam
6. Which dance is the most popular folk dance of Assam?
A. Bagurumba
B. Jhumur
C. Bihu Dance
D. Ojapali
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Bihu Dance is the most widely performed and recognised folk dance of Assam.
7. Bihu dance is closely associated with which festival?
A. Magh Bihu only
B. Kongali Bihu only
C. Rongali (Bohag) Bihu
D. Ambubachi
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Bihu dance is mainly associated with Rongali Bihu, celebrating spring and the New Year.
8. Bihu dance primarily expresses:
A. Religious devotion
B. Martial skills
C. Youthful joy and fertility
D. Courtly elegance
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Bihu dance symbolises youth, love, fertility, and joy of spring.
9. Traditional musical instruments used in Bihu dance include:
A. Tabla and sitar
B. Dhol, pepa, and gogona
C. Veena and flute
D. Harmonium only
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Dhol, pepa, and gogona are essential instruments of Bihu dance.
10. Bihu dance is performed by:
A. Only men
B. Only women
C. Both men and women
D. Monks only
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Bihu dance is performed by both men and women, often together.
III. Tribal Folk Dances of Assam
11. Bagurumba dance is associated with which community?
A. Mising
B. Karbi
C. Bodo
D. Rabha
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Bagurumba is a graceful folk dance of the Bodo community.
12. Bagurumba dance is popularly known as:
A. Butterfly Dance
B. Peacock Dance
C. Harvest Dance
D. Warrior Dance
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Bagurumba is also called the Butterfly Dance due to its gentle movements.
13. Ali-Aye-Ligang dance is performed by which tribe?
A. Bodo
B. Mising
C. Dimasa
D. Tiwa
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
This dance is part of the Ali-Aye-Ligang festival of the Mising tribe.
14. Which dance is associated with the Karbi community?
A. Jhumur
B. Rongker dance
C. Deodhani
D. Ojapali
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Rongker dance is a significant ritual dance of the Karbi tribe.
15. Jhumur dance in Assam is mainly performed by:
A. Vaishnavite monks
B. Tea garden workers
C. Hill tribes
D. Urban youth
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Jhumur dance is popular among tea garden communities of Assam.
IV. Ritualistic & Narrative Dance Forms
16. Ojapali is best described as a combination of:
A. Dance and martial art
B. Music, dance, and storytelling
C. Painting and drama
D. Ritual and meditation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Ojapali blends song, dance, and narrative storytelling.
17. Ojapali performances are traditionally connected with:
A. Royal entertainment
B. Tribal festivals
C. Religious storytelling
D. Agricultural rituals only
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Ojapali narrates mythological and religious stories, often from epics.
18. Deodhani dance is associated with:
A. Martial training
B. Spiritual trance and possession
C. Harvest celebration
D. Court rituals
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Deodhani is a ritual dance performed in a state of spiritual trance.
V. Dance, Music & Cultural Expression
19. Assamese folk dances mainly reflect:
A. Urban lifestyle
B. Court culture
C. Agrarian and tribal life
D. Industrial society
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Most folk dances reflect rural, agrarian, and tribal traditions.
20. Folk dances of Assam are usually performed during:
A. Political events
B. Festivals and rituals
C. Administrative meetings
D. Court ceremonies
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
They are integral to festivals, rituals, and community celebrations.
21. Dance forms like Bihu and Bagurumba emphasise:
A. Heavy costumes
B. Slow movements
C. Graceful body movements
D. Strict classical rules
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
These dances are known for natural, rhythmic, and graceful movements.
VI. Chronological & Cultural Development
22. Which dance form evolved as part of the Neo-Vaishnavite movement?
A. Bihu
B. Bagurumba
C. Sattriya
D. Jhumur
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Sattriya developed under the Neo-Vaishnavite movement led by Sankardeva.
23. Folk dances in Assam were originally transmitted through:
A. Written texts
B. Royal patronage
C. Oral tradition
D. Colonial education
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
They were passed down through oral and performative tradition.
24. Which dance form combines devotion with artistic discipline?
A. Bihu
B. Sattriya
C. Jhumur
D. Bagurumba
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Sattriya blends spiritual devotion with classical technique.
VII. Contemporary Relevance
25. Classical and folk dances of Assam today play a role in:
A. Industrialisation
B. Cultural identity and tourism
C. Judicial reform
D. Military training
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
They strengthen cultural identity and promote cultural tourism.
26. Modern stage performances of Sattriya indicate:
A. Loss of tradition
B. Cultural decline
C. Adaptation and preservation
D. Religious conflict
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Stage adaptation has helped preserve and popularise Sattriya.
27. Folk dances help preserve which aspect of Assamese society?
A. Political ideology
B. Oral history and tradition
C. Economic policy
D. Legal system
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
They preserve oral traditions, beliefs, and social values.
VIII. Integrated Understanding
28. Diversity of dance forms in Assam reflects:
A. Cultural confusion
B. Ethnic conflict
C. Cultural richness
D. Administrative division
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Multiple dance forms show Assam’s rich cultural diversity.
29. Tribal dances of Assam are closely connected with:
A. Court patronage
B. Nature and seasonal cycles
C. Urban lifestyle
D. Industrial labour
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
They are rooted in nature worship and seasonal activities.
30. Studying classical and folk dances of Assam helps in understanding:
A. Foreign culture
B. Social and cultural history of Assam
C. Economic planning
D. Military traditions
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Dance forms offer insight into Assam’s social structure, beliefs, and heritage.
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Highlight:
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🔹 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What topics are covered under Classical & Folk Dances of Assam MCQs?
These MCQs cover Sattriya classical dance, Bihu dance, tribal folk dances, ritual dances, narrative dance forms, instruments, themes, and cultural significance of dances in Assam.
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Yes. These MCQs are strictly aligned with the Assam-specific Culture & Heritage syllabus and are highly useful for APSC, Assam Police, and other state-level competitive examinations.
Q3. Do these MCQs include Sattriya and Bihu dance questions?
Yes. The MCQs include frequently asked questions on Sattriya (classical dance) and Bihu (folk dance), which are core topics in Assam GK exams.
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