Kerala Culture — Festivals, Arts, Dance Forms

Question 1

The state festival of Kerala is:‌​‍

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Onam — Onam is Kerala's state festival, celebrated in the month of Chingam (Aug-Sep).‌​‍

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Vishu

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Thrissur Pooram

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Christmas

Question 2

Thrissur Pooram was introduced by:‌​‍

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Sakthan Thampuran — Sakthan Thampuran (Rama Varma of Cochin, 1790-1805) introduced Thrissur Pooram.‌​‍

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Marthanda Varma

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Swathi Thirunal

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Sri Chithira Thirunal

Question 3

Kathakali originated in:‌​‍

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Kerala — Kathakali is a classical dance-drama from Kerala with elaborate costumes and makeup.‌​‍

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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Andhra Pradesh

Question 4

Mohiniyattam is a dance form from:‌​‍

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Kerala — Mohiniyattam is a classical dance form from Kerala, performed by women. ‌​‍'Mohini' = enchantress.

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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Odisha

Question 5

Theyyam is performed mainly in:‌​‍

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North Kerala (Kannur, Kasaragod) — Theyyam is a ritual dance performed in North Kerala (Kannur and Kasaragod districts).‌​‍

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Central Kerala

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South Kerala

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East Kerala

Question 6

Koodiyattam is a UNESCO-recognised art form from Kerala. It is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A temple dance-drama — Koodiyattam is the oldest surviving form of Sanskrit theatre, recognised by UNESCO in 2001.‌​‍

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A martial art

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A boat race

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A festival

Question 7

Vallam Kali (boat race) is associated with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Onam — Vallam Kali (snake boat races) are held during Onam celebrations, especially in Alappuzha.‌​‍

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Vishu

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Christmas

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Eid

Question 8

Kalaripayattu is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A martial art — Kalaripayattu is one of the oldest martial arts in the world, originating in Kerala.‌​‍

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A dance form

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A musical instrument

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A painting style

Question 9

Vishukkani is associated with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vishu — Vishukkani = the auspicious arrangement seen first thing on Vishu morning (Malayalam New Year).‌​‍

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Onam

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Thrissur Pooram

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Theyyam

Question 10

Pulikali (tiger dance) is performed during:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Onam — Pulikali is performed in Thrissur during Onam celebrations — dancers painted as tigers.‌​‍

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Vishu

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Christmas

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Navratri

Question 11

The Nehru Trophy Boat Race features:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chundan Vallam (snake boats) — The race features Chundan Vallam (snake boats) — long boats rowed by 100+ oarsmen.‌​‍

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Motor boats

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Kayaks

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Fishing boats

Question 12

Ottamthullal was introduced by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kunchan Nambiar — Kunchan Nambiar introduced Ottamthullal in the 18th century as a solo dance-story performance.‌​‍

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Thunchaththu Ezhuthachan

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Cherusseri

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Poonthanam

Question 13

Mural paintings in Kerala temples are in which style?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala mural style — Kerala murals have a distinct style with bold colours and mythological themes, found in temples and palaces.‌​‍

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Mughal style

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Rajput style

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Tanjore style

Question 14

Onam celebrates the return of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

King Mahabali — Onam celebrates the mythical annual return of King Mahabali, who ruled Kerala during a golden age.‌​‍

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Lord Vishnu

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Lord Ayyappa

Question 15

Chenda is a:‌​‍

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Musical instrument (drum) — Chenda is a cylindrical percussion instrument used in temple festivals, Kathakali, and Pooram.‌​‍

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Dance form

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Painting style

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Festival

Kerala Culture — Festivals, Arts, Dance Forms