Himachal Pradesh General Knowledge-30

1. What is meant by Pabuchi, Pandvani and Bhataakshri?
a. Types of scripts
b. Wall Painting
c. Fabric Painting
d. Woolen Garments

2. The only dynasty which has its genesis in Himachal Pradesh and does not owe its existence to migration from outside:
a. Pathania
b. Katoch
c. Mankotia
d. Sen

3. Mukhiya, Wazir and Mahar subcastes of Kanets are found in which district:
a. Sirmaur
b. Shimla
c. Kinnaur
d. Lahaul

4. Who are the Ghiraths of Kangra region?
a. Shepherds
b. Weavers
c. Farmers
d. Traders

5. Pandit Chandradhar Sharma Guleri’s father held an honorable position in Jaipur state. He was:
a. Court Astrologer
b. Head of Pothekhana
c. Principal of Maharaja’s College
d. Head of Toshakhana

6. ‘Bhent’ and ‘Bihagra’ folk songs are:
a. Religious songs
b. Pastoral songs
c. Matrimonial songs
d. Milkmaid songs

7. Customs of Chundavad and Pagvand are related with:
a. Division of parental property
b. Dowry given to the daughter
c. Rituals performed for beautiful crops
d. Offering to the village diety

8. Kamla Rani and Roshani Devi have carved niche for themselves in the field of
a. Embroidery
b. Wall Painting
c. Folk-song
d. Carpet Weaving

9. In which district was Himachal’s first music studio, “Sound of Mountains” established in the year 1986?
a. Mandi
b. Kangra
c. Shimla
d. Hamirpur

10. Which pass connects Lahaul region to Chamba district’s Bharmaur area?
a. Rohtang
b. Kunjam
c. Kugti
d. Baralacha