On February 24, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the largest Jhumur event in history, celebrating the 200th anniversary of Assam's tea industry. Consider the following statements : (i) The tea garden community migrated from Central India in the 19th century to work in the tea gardens of Assam. (ii) Jhumur dance originates from the Sadan ethnolinguistic group of the Chota Nagpur region. (iii) The songs sung during Jhumur performances often depict the struggles of tea plantation workers. They narrate stories of migration and exploitation, depicting the community's socio-economic challenges. (iv) Jhumur dance plays a vital role in tea garden festivals, particularly during Tushu Puja and Karam Puja, which celebrate the harvest time. Which of the above statements is/ are not correct?
None of the above
To determine which statements are incorrect about the Jhumur dance and related cultural aspects, let's evaluate each statement given:
- Statement (i): The tea garden community migrated from Central India in the 19th century to work in the tea gardens of Assam.
This statement is correct. Historical data shows that the workforce for Assam's tea plantations was indeed brought from Central India during the 19th century. - Statement (ii): Jhumur dance originates from the Sadan ethnolinguistic group of the Chota Nagpur region.
This statement is correct. The Jhumur dance has its roots among the Sadan ethnolinguistic group of the Chota Nagpur region. - Statement (iii): The songs sung during Jhumur performances often depict the struggles of tea plantation workers. They narrate stories of migration and exploitation, depicting the community's socio-economic challenges.
This statement is correct. The essence of Jhumur songs often revolves around the historical and socio-economic narratives of tea plantation workers, including tales of migration and hardship. - Statement (iv): Jhumur dance plays a vital role in tea garden festivals, particularly during Tushu Puja and Karam Puja, which celebrate the harvest time.
This statement is correct. Jhumur dance is an integral part of cultural festivities like Tushu Puja and Karam Puja in tea garden communities.
Since all the statements accurately describe aspects related to the Jhumur dance and the community involved, the answer is that none of the above statements are incorrect.
Important Questions from Miscellaneous (APSC)
- In early 2025, a rare marbled cat was spotted in which National Park of Assam?
- In early 2025, concerns arose regarding declining pungency of the Bhut Jolokia chili in Assam. What was identified as the primary cause of it?
The Soliga tribe inhabits the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve in Karnataka. Their relationship with the tiger population is very important to conservation efforts. Consider the following statements in connection with Soliga tribe :
(i) The name 'Soliga' means 'children of bamboo'.
(ii) The Soligas worship tigers as sacred beings. They refer to the tiger as Dodda Nayi and maintain a temple dedicated to it.
(iii) The Soligas were the first tribal community to have their forest rights recognized within a tiger reserve.
(iv) The Soliga tribe is confined to the State of Karnataka alone.
Which of the above statements is/ are not correct?
India plans to issue Sovereign Green Bonds to raise money for green infrastructure projects. Consider the following statements about India's Sovereign Green Bonds :
Statement 1: The funds raised will be used to finance public projects that lower the economy's carbon intensity.
Statement 2: India issued its first Sovereign Green Bond in 2023.
Statement 3: Green Bonds are part of India's strategy to achieve net zero emission by 2070.
Statement 4: Only private investors can subscribe to Green Bonds.
Which of the above statements are correct?
The National One Health Mission is a recently launched initiative in India aimed at strengthening the country's response to diseases and promoting a holistic approach to public health. Consider the following statements about India's One Health Mission :
Statement 1: The One Health Mission integrates human, animal and environmental health under a single framework.
Statement 2: The initiative is funded entirely by the Government of India without any international collaboration.
Statement 3: The Mission aims to track zoonotic diseases like Nipah and avian influenza.
Statement 4: India is the first country in Asia to adopt a One Health approach.
Which of the above statements are correct?
