Rajasthani Folk Music and Saints

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What is the significance of the major musical castes in Rajasthan?

They were primarily focused on instrumental music.

They sang songs only for entertainment purposes.

They created music exclusively for religious ceremonies.

They adopted music as a profession to praise their kings and lords. (correct)

Which raga is associated with heroic songs sung during war?

Maru (correct)

Peelu

Bilawal

Asavari

In which region are folk songs characterized by higher vocals and longer melodies?

Hills Area

Plain Region

Desert Region (correct)

Urban Areas

What type of folk songs is prevalent in the Hills Area of Rajasthan?

Group folk songs and tribal folk songs Signup and view all the answers

What does Shringar Rasa primarily describe in Rajasthani folk music?

Separation and alienation Signup and view all the answers

Which song from Rajasthan is known as the state song?

Kesariya Balam Signup and view all the answers

What is a common theme in the folk songs of the Plain Region?

Songs of Bhakti and Shringar Rasa Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following songs is sung by a girl who is engaged but not yet married?

Moreo Signup and view all the answers

Which sect was founded by Saint Mavji?

Niskalanki sect Signup and view all the answers

What was the original name of Saint Haridas ji?

Hari singh Sankla Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following books was composed by Saint Mavji?

Krishna Leela Signup and view all the answers

What is Tejaji primarily known as?

God of Kalabala Signup and view all the answers

Where was Saint Dhanna born?

Dhuvan Signup and view all the answers

Which message did Saint Haridas ji propagate?

Nirgun and Saguna devotion Signup and view all the answers

Which place is mentioned as Tejaji's birthplace?

Bhilwara Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is associated with singing Devnarayan ji's phad?

Jantar Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the main center for Nawaldas ji?

Jodhpur Signup and view all the answers

Which saint is known for saving 52 idols from Aurangzeb?

Saint Mavji Signup and view all the answers

What is the unique characteristic of the temple dedicated to Tejaji?

Bricks are worshiped instead of an idol. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the guru of Saint Dhanna?

Ramanand ji Signup and view all the answers

Which festival is celebrated in honor of Dev Baba?

Chaitra Shukla Panchami Signup and view all the answers

Which dance is performed by women of the Kamadiya Sect at Ramdevji's fair?

Terah Taali Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered to be the incarnation of Lord Vishnu?

Tejaji Signup and view all the answers

What is the main instrument used in the Gindad dance?

Nagada Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to make Dev Baba happy?

Feed 7 gwalas Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a temple associated with Tejaji?

Dedhamali Signup and view all the answers

Which dance involves women dancing with a pierced pot on their head?

Terah Taali Signup and view all the answers

Who were the promoters of the dance that honors King Saatal?

Komal Kothari and Mani Shankar Ganguly Signup and view all the answers

During which festival is the Bindori Dance performed?

Holi Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the Bhawaai dance?

Dancing on Sword Signup and view all the answers

What type of dance is Gawari also known as?

Rai dance Signup and view all the answers

Who participates in the Neja dance?

Both men and women Signup and view all the answers

What type of dance is performed by men wearing women's clothes during Holi?

Gindad Dance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following dances is associated with the Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal?

None of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Yuddh dance?

Use of sword and spear Signup and view all the answers

Who is the main performer of the Terah Taali dance?

Maangi Bai Signup and view all the answers

Which dance involves men dancing on their knees?

Hathimana Signup and view all the answers

Which dance is performed by Garasiya women of the Lur gotra?

Lur Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the Waalar dance from other dances mentioned?

Performed without musical instruments Signup and view all the answers

How long does the Gawari dance last?

40 days Signup and view all the answers

Who was the founder of Galtaji in Jaipur?

Krishna Das Payahari Signup and view all the answers

Which ruler sought blessings at Salemabad for his son?

Maharaja Jagatsingh II Signup and view all the answers

What festival is associated with the Nimbark Cult?

Radhaashtami Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary belief of the Ramsnehi Sect?

Nirguna Bhakti Signup and view all the answers

In which area did the influence of the Nimbark sect propagate?

Shekhawati Signup and view all the answers

What is the original name of Ramcharan ji, the founder of the Ramsnehi Sect?

Ramkishan Signup and view all the answers

Which literary works are associated with Parshuramji, the founder of the Nimbark Cult?

Parashuram Sagar and Vipramati Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Salemabad in the context of the Nimbark Cult?

It is the main center of the Nimbark Cult Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Shravana Month - Krishna Paksha

On the 5th day (Panchami), Nag Panchami is celebrated and a mongoose is worshipped.
On the 9th day (Navmi), Nidari Navmi is celebrated.
On the 15th day (Amavasya), Hariyali Amavasya is celebrated.
Fairs are organized at Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur, Kalpavriksha fair in Mangliyawas Ajmer, and Buddha Jauhad fair in Anupgarh Ganganagar.

Shravana Month - Shukla Paksha

On the 3rd day (Tritiya), Choti Teej is celebrated.
Choti Teej procession of Jaipur is popular, celebrating the love between husband and wife.
There's a tradition of sending gifts or sinjara to newly wedded brides.
Leheriya is worn by women on this day.
On the 15th day (Purnima), Raksha bandhan/Nariyal Purnima is celebrated, worshipping Shravan Kumar.

Bhadrapada Month - Krishna Paksha

On the 3rd day (Tritiya), Badi Teej is celebrated - also known as Budhi Teej, Kajali Teej, and Satudi Teej.
Badi Teej of Bundi is famous.
On the 6th day (Shukla Paksha), Ub-Chat is celebrated by unmarried women.
On the 8th day (Ashtami), Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated
On the 9th day (Navami), Goganavmi is celebrated.
A cattle fair is organized at Dedrewa (Churu), and Gogamedi in Hanumangarh.
On the 12th day (Baras), Bach-Baras is observed with restrictions on using knives and eating processed foods.

Bhadrapada Month - Shukla Paksha

On the 2nd day (Dvitiya), Baba Ri Beej or Ramdev Ji's anniversary is celebrated.
On the 4th day (Chaturthi), Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated - also known as Shiv Chaturthi, Chatra Chaturthi.
On the 5th day (Panchami), Rishi Panchami is celebrated.
Fairs are organized related to Ganesh Chaturthi in Rantambore, Sawai Madhopur, and Chungi Teerth in Jaisalmer, among other places.
On the 8th day, Radha-Janmashtami is observed by the Nimbark sect at Salemabad (Ajmer).
On the 10th day (Dashmi), Teja Dashmi is celebrated.
On the 11th day (Ekadashi), Jal-Jhulni gyaras (Dev Jhulni Ekdashi) is celebrated with a procession of Lord Krishna.
On the 14th day (Chaturdashi), Anant-Chaturdashi is observed, where idols of Lord Ganesha are immersed in water.
15th day/Purnima marks the commencement of Shradha/Shravan Maasa.

Aashvin Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: No auspicious work is done in this 16 day period.
Goddess Sanjhi is worshipped for 16 days.
Shukla Paksha: 1st day/Ekam marks the beginning of Sharad Navratra. 8th day (Ashtami) Durga Ashtami/Homa-Ashtami; 10th day (Dashmi) Vijaya Dashami; 5th day (Panchami) is Vishwakarma Puja; 15 day/Purnima is Sharad Purnima/Raas Purnima.
Marwar festival / Mannd festival is organized in Jodhpur and Meera festival in Udaipur.

Kartik Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: 4th (Chaturthi) - Karva Chauth; 8th (Ashtami) - Ahoi Ashtami; 13th (Trayodashi) - Dhanteras; 14th (Chaturdashi) - Roop Chaudas/Roop Chaturdashi; 15th (Amavasya) - Diwali
Shukla Paksha: 1st (Ekam) - Govardhan Puja; 2nd (Dooj) - Bhaiya Dooj/Yam-Dooj; 8th (Ashtami) - Gopa Ashtami; 9th (Navmi) - Amla Navmi/Akshaya Navmi.
11th (Ekadashi) - Dev Uthni Gyaras, 15th (Purnima)- Satya Narayan Purnima.

Magh Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: 4th (Chaturthi)–Til Chaturthi/Sakat Chauth; 11th (Ekadashi)–Shat-Tila Ekadashi; 15th (Amavasya) - Mauni Amavasya
Shukla Paksha: 1st (Ekam) - Gupta Navratras; 5th (Panchami) - Basant Panchami; 15th day (Purnima) - Shradha Purnima/Raas Purnima.

Falgun Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: No mention of specifics.
Shukla Paksha: 13th (Trayodashi) - Maha Shivratri; 15th (Purnima) - Holi.

Chaitra Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: 8th (Ashtami) - Sheetla Ashtami; 14th (Chaturdashi) – Roop Chaudas / Roop Chaturdashi; 15th (Amavasya)- Celebrated as Diwali - death anniversary of Lord Mahavira and Dayanand Saraswati.
Shukla Paksha: 1st (Ekam) - New Year, 3rd (Tritiya) – Gangaur; 8th (Ashtami) – Ashokha Ashtami; 9th (Navami) - Ram navami; 15th(Purnima) - Hanuman Jayanti

Vaisakha Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: 3rd (Tritiya) - Dheenga Ganvar fair in Jodhpur.
Shukla Paksha: 3rd (Tritiya) - Akshay Tritiya/ Akha Teej; 15th (Purnima) - Buddha Purnima.

Jyeshtha Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: 15th day/Amavasya - Badmawas or Vat-Vriksha Amavasya is observed.
Shukla Paksha: 10th (Dashami) - Ganga Dashami/Ganga Dussehra; 11th (Ekadashi) - Nirjala Gyara.

Ashadha Month - Krishna Paksha & Shukla Paksha

Krishna Paksha: No specific details mentioned.
Shukla Paksha: 1st (Ekam) - Gupta Navratras, 9th (Navami) - Bhadliya Navami, 11th (Ekadashi) - Devsyani Ekadashi, 15th (Purnima) - Guru Purnima.

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Explore the rich tradition of Rajasthani folk music and the significant saints associated with it. This quiz delves into musical castes, ragas, and the essence of various folk songs. Test your knowledge on the cultural heritage and prominent figures of Rajasthan.