QC101: An Introductory Course to Quizzing, was held from 22nd March 2021 to 26th March 2021. Parampara Pratishtha Prashnottari: A Quiz on Indian Culture was set by Anushka & Chanya. It was hosted on D2C on 25th March.

2. Q1 X is a customary action typical to the Indian Subcontinent with slight variations across different
regions of SouthEast Asia. Compared to other actions that can be used in place of it, X has a more
reverential and spiritual recognition.
As are the four Mahakavyas of the Upanishads, Prajñānam Brahma (प्रज्ञानम् ब्रह्म); Ayam Ātmā
Brahma (अयम् आत्मा ब्रह्म); Tat Tvam Asi (तत् त्वम् असि) ; Aham Brahmāsmi (अहम् ब्रह्मासमम); They all
express the insight that the individual self (jiva) which appears as a separate existence, is in essence
(atman) part and manifestation of the whole (Brahman). This action X; is used to recognize and
pay respect to the divine in an individual.
X became famous all across the world, during the COVID-19 Pandemic because it solved a major
problem because of the way it is done.
What is X?

3. A1
Namaste

4. Q2
Where can you see these mudras other than Indian classical dance forms and emojis ?
Mushti Sikhara Kartarimukha

5. A2
On Indian currency coins.

6. Q3 Until a few years back, it was a world in it's own, with no influence from outside. The rocks in this
valley belong to the archean era, nearly 2500 million years.
This valley is known for its scenic beauty, treasure of medicinal plants and herbal healers-the
bhumkas. Home to Gond and Bharia tribes, tribals here perform the Dahiya Cultivation. Bharias
believe that earth is their mother and Bhakkhar ( ploughing instrument pulled by bullocks) hurts
their motherland. Tribal Culture has a great influence in this place.
It is also believed that after worshipping Lord Shiva, Prince Meghnad, son of Ravana, had gone to
X through this place only. Thus traditionally, this site is believed to be the entrance to Y. The name
of the site itself has a strong resemblance with Y.
Y here is also the name of a webseries based on the Story of My Assassins by Tarun Tejpal,
produced by Anushka Sharma and Karnesh Sharma.
Which site is being referred to here?

7. A3
Patalkot

8. Q4 Folk dances are dances bound by tradition with movements passed down through
the generations. They keep the history and the culture of people alive. X is such
dance form that symbolizes the cycle of time: from birth to death; the only
constant being the divine(the feminine form of divinity in this case). It is
performed around a clay lantern with light inside that represent life itself
Identify X.

9. A4
Garba

10. Q5 X is observed throughout the world since 2000. The declaration of X came up as a
tribute to a unique movement. In Pakistan, Urdu was declared the sole National
Language neglecting the large demography which spoke Y as their mother tongue. Thus
a movement started, demanding that Y be at least one of the national languages,
massive rallies and meetings were held and this was a rare incident in history in which
people gave their life for their mother tongue.
Y is the official language in some Indian states and also features on the 15 languages
on the reverse side 0f Indian currency notes.
Identify X and Y.

11. A5
X-International Mother Language Day
Y-Bangla/Bengali

12. Q6 X is one of the oldest ancient sports seen in the modern era. The ancient sport of X pits
crowds of brave young men against angry Y. It is similar to the Spanish running of the Y
but a traditional part of Pongal celebrations in Z, the Indian state where it is typically
practiced.
X also shares its name with a quite popular Indian-Malayalam movie.
What are X, and Y?

13. A6
X : Jalikattu
Y: Bull
Z : Tamil Nadu

14. Q7 M is an Indian Manuscript and is the fountain source of the Aryan culture. It is also
known as the scriptures of the Hindu Community. In 2007 this Documentary Heritage was
submitted by India and recommended for inclusion in N.
M is the Manuscript
N is an initiative launched by UNESCO
What are M & N?

15. A7
M : Rigveda
N : Memory of the World Register

16. Q8 The Indian culture is incomplete without its folklores, tales and legends. P is such a
collection of stories revolving around a king and a spirit. The king is on a task to capture a
spirit who poses a condition that he will come if the king fails to answer his riddles/tales.
If the king knows the answer and remains silent, his head will explode into 1000 pieces.
It is the Qth tale that the King is unable to answer and thus the name of P.
Q can also be related to the day of the 'Virgin Birth' in Bethlehem.
Identify P and Q

17. A8
P : Betaal Pachisi
Q: 25

18. Q9 This artform was unknown to the outside world until the massive India-Nepal earthquake
1934 when houses and wall tumbled down. Then British officer, William G Archer, while
inspecting the damage " discovered" the paintings on newly exposed walls. He was stuck by
the similarity to the work of western artists like Miro and Picasso.
The art form is believed to be developed during the Ramayana period in the palace of Raja
Janak. It was a domestic ritual activity which was practiced by women.
What art form I am talking about?

19. A9
Madhubani / Mithila Paintings

20. Q10 The term '______Bonds' was coined in 2015 by the International Finance Corporation' -
the investment arm of World Bank, to denote Rupee-denominated bonds issued to overseas
buyers. This naming is much like IFC's Chinese yuan-denominated Dimsum bonds or
Japanese yen denominated bonds, Samurai.
Although various names like Samosa, Ganga and Peacock were shortlisted, this name was
picked as it evokes the cultural variety and cuisines of India.
What was it named?

21. A10
Masala bond

22. Q11 Nataraja represents Shiva as the lord of dance,
encompassing all "creation, destruction and all things in
between". The purpose of his dance is to release the souls
of all men from the snare of illusion.Shown here is the
Shiva idol at Meenakshi Temple, Madurai. This depiction
of Shiva as Nataraja is a bit odd in one particular
aspect. According to a legend, the lord did something on
the request of the Pandya king Rajasekhara, who was
concerned that the Lord’s usual pose might be painful,
and hence made a suggestion for better balance.
What is this anomaly?

23. A11
The leg raised by Shiva is reversed from the other
depictions of this form.
The original Nataraja Swami’s statue has his left leg in
the air.

24. Q12 He is of the X
Who speaks evil of none,
Who combats in battle,
Who gives in charity,
Who destroys his enemy,
Who subdues his passion,
Who does not yield to superstition,
Who is vigilant day and night.
The X tradition was initiated by the Y, one of the 10 Gurus of Sikhism and the successor
of Guru Teg Bahadur
Identify X & Y.

25. A12
X is Khalsa
Y- Guru Gobind Singh

26. Q13 About what did Mark Twain said the following?
“It is wonderful, the power of a faith like that, that can make multitudes upon
multitudes of the old and weak and the young and frail enter without hesitation or
complaint upon such incredible journeys and endure the resultant miseries without
repining. It is done in love, or it is done in fear; I do not know which it is. No matter
what the impulse is, the act born of it is beyond imagination, marvellous to our kind of
people, the cold whites.”

27. A13
Maha Kumbh

28. Q14 X, named after the most important landmark of an Indian city, is a lightweight cotton
cloth with a smooth and slightly stiff finish. It is mostly used for women’s cloth, also to
cover the butter in kegs and in the same way as gauze for dressings; it appears both
white, dyed and printed.
Also it is believed that no plane or bird can fly over the above mentioned landmark
Identify X and the landmark.

29. A14
X: Jaconet
Landmark: Jagannath Puri

30. Q15 Food Cooked in X is a delicacy. X is ideal to cook food in because of its rich moisture
content and resistance to heat. Before being used for cooking, X is kept soaked in
water to get extra moisture. Cooking meat l especially chicken and pork in X is a
routine affair in the NorthEast. Sunga Saul, a dish of rice, prepared in similar way is
a delicacy during Magh Bihu.
What is X?

31. A15
Bamboo