Dancing Bears and the Qalandar Community

The video discusses the issue of dancing bears in India, focusing on the Qalandar community's involvement in the illegal trade and training of sloth bears. It highlights the economic dependency of Qalandar families on this practice and the cruel treatment of bears. The video details efforts to transition the community to sustainable livelihoods, such as setting up sanctuaries and providing vocational training. It concludes with the success of these initiatives, leading to the rescue of over 550 bears and the impending end of the dancing bear practice in India.

What year did the investigative research project on dancing bears begin?

• 2000

• 1995

• 1990

• 2005

Which community was primarily involved in the dancing bear practice?

• Qalandar

• Sikh

• Brahmin

• Rajput

What was the approximate price for which bear cubs were sold?

• $3,000

• $2,000

• $1,000

• $500

What was one of the cruel practices done to the bear cubs?

• Training them with rewards

• Feeding them special diets

• Teaching them to dance with music

• Bashing out their teeth

Who was the first person to be part of the rehabilitation experiment?

• Amit

• Bitu Qalandar

• Sadua

• Raju

What new business did Sadua start after surrendering his bear?

• A cattle fodder store

• A telephone booth

• A grocery store

• A cycle repair shop

How many dancing bears were rescued by 2002?

• 200

• 350

• 550

• 750

What facility was set up in the rescue centers for the bears?

• A feeding station

• A veterinary facility

• A training center

• A play area

What significant announcement was made regarding the dancing bear practice?

• New laws will be introduced

• The practice will be legalized

• The last bear will be rescued next month

• It will continue for another decade

What is the anticipated outcome for the Qalandar community and the bears?

• A return to traditional practices

• Increased bear trade

• Continued dependency on bears

• A brighter future and peaceful coexistence