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161.
Which Indian state is the origin of the Pattachitra art form?
A West Bengal
B Bihar
C Odisha
D Assam
162.
The name 'Pattachitra' is derived from Sanskrit words. What do 'Patta' and 'Chitra' mean respectively?
A Color and painting
B Cloth and picture
C Brush and design
D Thread and weaving
163.
Besides dance, what other elements are associated with the traditional knowledge and skills of Garba performance?
A Sculpture and architecture
B Music, costume design, and oral traditions
C Culinary arts and pottery
D Textile weaving and metalworking
164.
The nomination of 'Garba of Gujarat' emphasizes its role in:
A Promoting individual artistic expression
B Fostering community bonding and social cohesion
C Encouraging competition among dancers
D Preserving ancient warfare techniques
165.
Which organization is responsible for maintaining the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity?
A International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)
B United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
C International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM)
D World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
166.
What does the circular motion in Garba dance often symbolize?
A Victory over enemies
B Fertility, prosperity, and the cycle of life
C The changing seasons
D The journey of the soul
167.
Garba is a folk dance form primarily celebrated during which festival in Gujarat?
A Diwali
B Holi
C Navratri
D Ganesh Chaturthi
168.
The skill development programs for Thanjavur painting aim to:
A Replace traditional techniques with modern methods
B Ensure the continuity of traditional techniques by training younger generations
C Focus solely on the business aspects of art
D Promote abstract interpretations of the art form
169.
Which state government is actively involved in the revival efforts for Thanjavur painting?
A Kerala
B Karnataka
C Andhra Pradesh
D Tamil Nadu
170.
The primary objective of strengthening the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Thanjavur paintings is to:
A Increase the export of raw materials
B Protect against imitations and ensure authenticity
C Promote mass production of replicas
D Reduce the cost of training programs