History - India – A Kaleidoscope of Cultures (Extra Questions)

India – A Kaleidoscope of Cultures

1. What does diversity mean?

Diversity means, “Differences among groups of people and individuals based on ethnicity, race, socio economic status, gender, exceptionalities, language, religion, and geographical area.

2. How many languages are recognised by the Constitution of India?
22 languages are recognised by the Constitution of India.

3. Name the official language of India.
Hindi is the official language of India.

4.  Name the religions that were born in India.
Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.

5. What makes India a unique place to live?
Harmonious co-existence of different religions in India makes it a unique place to live in.

6. Why is India known as a secular country?

The Constitution of India permits one to follow one’s own religion and develop one’s own language and culture.

7. Unity in Diversity’ has been the distinctive feature of our culture. Give reason.

India is a land of diverse cultures, religions and communities. India also has a very rich tribal culture. The traditions, practices, way of living, and customs varies in each part of the country. Each part of the country depicts different customs and traditions. Although we speak different languages, follow different customs and traditions, we are all Indians.

8.  Where is Ladakh located? 

North India

9. What is the temperature of Ladakh in summer? 

35ºC

10. What is Ladakhi tea also known as? What is unique about it? 

 Gurgur cha or Butter tea and is unique as it is made with strong green tea, butter and salt.

11. What is the special mention of Ladakh? 

cold desert

12. What is the headdress worn by Ladakhi women called? 

perak

13. Describe the Keralite lunch. 

It Keralite lunch is traditionally a vegetarian meal. It is served on banana leaf known as Sadya. It comprises of para boiled rice, vegetable curries, side dishes, savouries, pickles and desserts.

14. What is the Snake Boat Race? 

 the Snake boat race is a boat race that is carried out on the banks of the river Pamba at Aranmulla on the fifth day of Onam.

15. Why is the festival of Sindhu Darshan celebrated? 

it is celebrated to showcase Indus River as a model of communal harmony and peace in India.

16. Where is Manipur located? 

East India

17 What is the temperature of Manipur in summer? 

32ºC

18. What is Khichhdi? 

made of rice and dal

19. What is the popular dance form of Kutch? 

Kutchi Gajiyo

20. Describe the cultural festival of Manipur. 

Hiyang Tannaba (Boat Race) is generally held in the month of November at Thangapat. The boats called
Hiyang Hiren. The rowers wear traditional dresses and head- gears.