Pinnacle SSC General Studies 7th Edition in English

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This document outlines the percentage weightage of various subjects for SSC exams, as detailed in the 'Pinnacle SSC General Studies 7th Edition in English' book. The bar graph visually represents the distribution of marks across subjects such as Static G.K., History, Polity, Geography, Economics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Current Affairs. Static G.K. holds the highest weightage at 31.5%, followed by Geography at 13.6% and History at 13.9%. Other subjects like Polity, Economics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Current Affairs have significantly lower weightages, ranging from 3.8% to 8.3%. The document also encourages users to join their Telegram channel for free ebooks and to download the Pinnacle Exam Preparation App for further assistance. The information suggests this is a study guide or resource for individuals preparing for SSC examinations, providing a strategic overview of subject importance for effective study planning and exam preparation. The inclusion of a QR code suggests a direct link to additional resources or the Telegram channel.

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<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;"># Static GK ## Dance Q.1. Which of the following folk dances is performed by the fisherfolk of the Mithila region in Bihar? SSC Stenographer 10/12/2024 (Afternoon) (a) Karma (b) Nrityakali (c) Kamala (d) Jiya Sol.1.(c) Kamala. Folk dances of Bihar : Karma, Kajri, Jhumar, Jharni, Jat Jatin, Jhumeri, Sohar Khelwana, Natua, Nachini, Jhijiya, Dhamar jogira, Krishi Nritya. Q.2. Chad Laho is a dance-festival, primarily celebrated by which of the following tribes of Meghalaya? SSC Stenographer 11/12/2024 (Afternoon) (a) Khasi (b) Garo (c) Jaintia (d) Hojang Sol.2.(c) Jaintia. Chad Laho dance festival is celebrated as a thanksgiving festival to God after the harvesting season. Other folk dances of Meghalaya and their Tribes: Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem (Khasis), Beh-dien-klahm (Jaintias), Wangala (Garos), Chad Sukra (Jaintia). Q.3. Which of the following dances of Goa is performed to celebrate the victory of the Maratha warriors over the Portuguese? SSC MTS 01/10/2024 (1st Shift) (a) Ghodemodni (b) Zemmado (c) Morulem (d) Goff Sol.3.(a) Ghodemodni (Horse dance) celebrated in Thane, Sattari, and nearby villages, is a traditional event featuring warriors on decorated horses showing their skills in riding and martial arts. Other traditional dances of Goa include Monilem, Fugdi, Dhalo, Talgadi, Tonyamel, Bhandap, Zagor, Corredinho (Portuguese), Dhangar dance, and Veerbhadra. Q.4. Which of the following war dances is performed in Ngada festival and is performed by the tribes of Nagaland? SSC MTS 8/10/2024 (3rd Shift) (a) Jawara (b) Dalkhai (c) Rengma (d) Garadi Sol.4.(c) Rengma. Other popular dances of Nagaland include Moduse, Aaluyattu, Jawara (Madhya Pradesh), Dalkhai (Odisha), Garadi (Puducherry). Q.5. In which of the following classical dance forms are the actors’ faces painted to symbolise the type of character they are playing? SSC MTS 22/10/2024 (2nd Shift) (a) Bharatanatyam (b) Odissi (c) Kathakali (d) Kathak Sol.5.(c) Kathakali, which originated in 17th-century Travancore (Kerala), draws its foundation from Sage Bharata’s Natya Shastra. Its characters are distinguished by makeup: Pacha (noble gods), Katti (anti-heroes), Thadi (bearded roles), Kari (evil), and Minukku (virtuous women/sages). Key instruments include Chenda, Maddalam, Chengila, and Elathalam, with songs called Attakkatha. Q.6. ______ dance is embedded in the stories from the epics Mahabharata, Ramayana and Puranas. SSC MTS 22/10/2024 (3rd Shift) (a) Kathakali (b) Kuchipudi (c) Sattriya (d) Odissi Sol.6.(a) Kathakali literally means “story play.” It is a classical dance form from Kerala, known for its heavy and elaborate makeup, intricate costumes and dramatic expressions. Q.7. Which of the following Indian tribal dance is prevalent in the Araku Valley region? SSC MTS 23/10/2024 (1st Shift) (a) Dhimsa (b) Bagurumba (c) Jhumur (d) Bardo Chham Sol.7.(a) Dhimsa. Dances of Andhra Pradesh: Buttabommalu, Dappu Dance, Kolatam, Lambada, Veeranatyam, Koya Nrityam. Bagurumba is a folk dance of Assam’s Bodo tribe. Bardo Chham is from Arunachal Pradesh, while Jhumur is performed by Assam’s tea tribes. Q.8. Which Indian classical dance form has composition in Meitei language? SSC MTS 23/10/2024 (3rd Shift) (a) Sattriya (b) Chhau (c) Manipuri (d) Bharatanatyam Sol.8.(c) Manipuri, the classical dance of Manipur, combines Pre-Vaishnavite and Vaishnavite traditions. It includes Sankirtana, Rasalila, and the lively Pung drum dance. Q.9. Which of the following dances is performed in Goa during the festival Ganesh Chaturthi? SSC MTS 28/10/2024 (3rd Shift) (a) Tarangmel (b) Dhalo (c) Fugdi (d) Dhangar Sol.9.(c) Fugdi. It is performed by women during festivals. Goa’s folk dances include Tarangmel, performed during Dussehra and Holi, and Dhalo, performed by women during the Pausha moon festival by communities like Kunbis and Gaudis. The Dhangar community performs the Dhangar dance during their annual fair and Navratri. Q.10. Which of the following dance forms emotes a play through dancing in which the song is customarily in Manipravalam language? SSC MTS 14/11/2024 (2nd Shift) (a) Kathak (b) Mohiniattam (c) Sattriya (d) Kuchipudi Sol.10.(b) Mohiniattam, a classical dance from Kerala, features graceful movements and expressions to narrate Hindu mythological stories, with songs in Manipravalam blending Sanskrit and Malayalam. Q.11. Mohiniyattam is associated with which of the following traditional dance styles? SSC CGL 10/09/2024 (2nd Shift) (a) Samapadam (b) Tribhanga (c) Chouk (d) Lasya style Sol.11.(d) Lasya style. Mohiniyattam : A graceful classical dance from Kerala, focusing on expressions and storytelling in the Lasya style. Samapadam : A steady, rhythmic movement in Bharatanatyam. Tribhanga : A pose in Odissi dance with three bends (head, waist, and knees). Chouk : A position imitating a square - a very masculine stance with the weight of the body equally balanced. Q.12. Khullam is a famous dance of: SSC CGL 12/09/2024 (3rd Shift) (a) Bihar (b) Andhra Pradesh (c) Mizoram (d) Uttar Pradesh Sol.12.(c) Mizoram. Khullam (Dance of the Guests) is a dance usually performed in the ceremony called ‘Khuangchawi’. Dances: Mizoram - Cheraw, Sarlamkai, Solakia, Chailam, Chawnglaizawn, Chheihlam, Tlanglam, Zangtalam. Q.13. Tera Tali folk dance is primarily associated with which of the following states? SSC CGL 13/09/2024 (3rd Shift) (a) Rajasthan (b) Assam (c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Haryana Sol.13.(a) Rajasthan. Terah Tali Dance : This dance is performed in praise of the folk God Ramdevji, primarily by the Kamar tribe. Rajasthani folk dances : Chari, Ghoomar, Kalbelia, Kathputli dance and Gair folk dance.</span></p>

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