EIC QUIZZ round 2

Which herb, known as "Queen of Herbs," is revered in Ayurveda for its adaptogenic properties and is believed to promote longevity?

• Tulsi (Holy Basil)

• Neem

• Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

• Guduchi (Tinospora)

Which herb, commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine, is known as "Indian Ginseng" and is believed to enhance vitality and immunity?

• Brahmi

• Triphala

• Ashwagandha

• Shatavari

What is the name of the herb used in Ayurvedic medicine that is believed to improve memory and cognitive function?

• Shilajit

• Ginkgo Biloba

• Shankhpushpi

• Triphala

What is the primary ingredient in the traditional South Indian dish "Avial"?

• Lentils

• Coconut

• Potatoes

• Yogurt

What is the name of the traditional Indian folk dance form, originating from Punjab, characterized by vigorous movements and performed to celebrate harvest festivals?

• Bhangra

• Garba

• Lavani

• Ghoomar

Which classical dance form, associated with the state of Andhra Pradesh, is known for its dynamic footwork, storytelling, and use of rhythmic syllables?

• Kathak

• Mohiniyattam

• Kuchipudi

• Bharatanatyam

Which Indian king, known as the "Nataraja," was a patron of the arts and is depicted in various sculptures performing the cosmic dance of creation and destruction?

• Ashoka the Great

• Raja Raja Chola I

• Harsha

• Akbar

Which Indian classical music instrument, characterized by its resonance and intricate fretwork, is commonly used in Hindustani classical music?

• Sitar

• Kanjira

• Veena

• Mridangam

What is the name of the traditional Indian system of music that classifies pitches into 22 intervals called shrutis?

• Hindustani classical music

• Carnatic classical music

• Dhrupad

• Raga

Who was the 16th-century Indian saint and poet-saint, known for his devotional songs or "abhangs," which emphasized the union with the divine through music?

• Tulsidas

• Kabir

• Sant Tukaram

• Guru Nanak