Our Vibrant Country
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Diversity Everywhere: People and Cultures
SubtopicDiversity Everywhere: People and Cultures under Our Vibrant Country for Grade 5 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
India's diversity is seen in its food, clothes, and languages. What binds all Indians together?
A.Our National Anthem
B.Our different food
C.Our different clothes
D.Our different languages
- 2.
Which of these is a major river in India that influences the culture of many North Indian states?
A.Amazon
B.Nile
C.Ganga
D.Thames
- 3.
What is the traditional way of greeting people in India with joined hands called?
A.Hello
B.Namaste
C.Bye
D.Shake hands
- 4.
Which of these spices is India very famous for, especially from the state of Kerala?
A.Pepper
B.Salt
C.Sugar
D.Wheat
- 5.
The 'Yakshagana' is a traditional theater form that combines dance, music, and dialogue. Which state does it belong to?
A.Kerala
B.Karnataka
C.Andhra Pradesh
D.Tamil Nadu
- 6.
Which of these is a traditional sweet dish prepared during the festival of Eid?
A.Gujiya
B.Sevaiyan
C.Modak
D.Ghevar
- 7.
The 'Basant Panchami' festival is dedicated to the worship of which Goddess?
A.Goddess Lakshmi
B.Goddess Saraswati
C.Goddess Durga
D.Goddess Kali
- 8.
What does the phrase 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', often cited in Indian culture, mean scientifically in the context of the environment?
A.The world is a marketplace for selling goods
B.The entire world is one family, promoting the idea of global interdependence and ecological conservation
C.The earth is the only planet with water
D.Every person should live in a different country
- 9.
Why is the 'Turban' or 'Pagri' worn in various styles across different Indian states?
A.It is only used to hide hair
B.To protect the head from extreme heat or cold, and it also serves as a symbol of regional identity and honor
C.To help people grow taller by adding height to their heads
D.To store food while traveling long distances
- 10.
The 'Kumbh Mela' is the world's largest gathering of people. What scientific challenge does this pose to the host city?
A.Managing huge amounts of waste, providing clean water, and preventing the spread of communicable diseases
B.Making sure the river doesn't stop flowing due to the weight of the people
C.Stopping the sun from setting during the festival
D.Providing enough gold for everyone to wear
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Finding India in Currency Notes
SubtopicFinding India in Currency Notes under Our Vibrant Country for Grade 5 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
What is the width of the note in the new series?
A.140 mm
B.150 mm
C.166 mm
D.120 mm
- 2.
Which of these is the newest denomination added to the Indian currency family after 2016?
A.B.C.D. - 3.
What is written on the security thread of Indian currency notes?
A.INDIA and RBI
B.GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
C.MAHATMA GANDHI
D.SATYAMEVA JAYATE
- 4.
The Ashoka Pillar is located on which side of the Mahatma Gandhi portrait on the front?
A.Top Left
B.Bottom Left
C.Top Right
D.Bottom Right
- 5.
Who is the only authority allowed to sign the ₹1 currency note, unlike other denominations which are signed by the RBI Governor?
A.Finance Minister
B.Finance Secretary
C.President of India
D.Prime Minister
- 6.
Which feature on the note becomes fluorescent (glows) when exposed to ultraviolet light?
A.The paper texture
B.The Gandhi portrait
C.The security fibers and specific ink areas
D.The serial number only
- 7.
In which city is the 'Sanchi Stupa' (featured on the ₹200 note) located?
A.Bhopal
B.Aurangabad
C.Patna
D.Varanasi
- 8.
What is the official name of the script used for the large Hindi text 'पाँच सौ रुपये' on a ₹500 note?
A.Gurmukhi
B.Devanagari
C.Sanskrit
D.Prakrit
- 9.
The motif of 'Hampi with Chariot' is found on the reverse of the ₹50 note. Hampi was the capital of which century's kingdom?
A.10th Century
B.14th Century
C.18th Century
D.5th Century
- 10.
The numeral 500 on the ₹500 note changes color. From which color to which color does it shift?
A.Blue to Red
B.Green to Blue
C.Yellow to Green
D.Brown to Black
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National Symbols and Monuments
SubtopicNational Symbols and Monuments under Our Vibrant Country for Grade 5 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
On which day is the Indian Republic Day celebrated?
A.January 26
B.August 15
C.October 2
D.November 14
- 2.
Which of these is a national holiday related to our country's independence?
A.Diwali
B.Holi
C.August 15
D.December 25
- 3.
What is the shape of the Ashoka Chakra?
A.Square
B.Triangle
C.Circular
D.Rectangular
- 4.
The lotus flower represents which quality in Indian culture?
A.Strength
B.Purity
C.Speed
D.Fear
- 5.
Which animal is featured on the left side of the Ashoka Chakra in the National Emblem?
A.Elephant
B.Bull
C.Horse
D.Tiger
- 6.
The Humayun's Tomb in Delhi is a fine example of which architectural style?
A.Dravidian
B.Mughal
C.Gothic
D.Nagira
- 7.
The Lotus, the National Flower of India, symbolizes:
A.Strength
B.Purity and Divinity
C.Freedom
D.Bravery
- 8.
The Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur is unique because its 'Vimana' (tower) is built such that at noon during some seasons, it is said to cast no shadow on the ground. Which material is it primarily built from?
A.Limestone
B.Granite
C.Wood
D.Mud bricks
- 9.
The Elephanta Caves are primarily dedicated to which Hindu deity?
A.Lord Vishnu
B.Lord Shiva
C.Lord Brahma
D.Lord Ganesha
- 10.
The Indian National Flag's design was finalized by which person?
A.Mahatma Gandhi
B.Pingali Venkayya
C.Jawaharlal Nehru
D.Sardar Patel
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Traditional Musical Instruments of India
SubtopicTraditional Musical Instruments of India under Our Vibrant Country for Grade 5 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which instrument belongs to the 'Ghana Vadya' (solid/idiophone) category?
A.Veena
B.Bansuri
C.Manjira
D.Dholak
- 2.
To change the pitch on a flute, the player covers and uncovers...?
A.The strings
B.The holes
C.The skin
D.The water
- 3.
Which of these is a wind instrument?
A.Harmonium
B.Tanpura
C.Tabla
D.Manjira
- 4.
The 'Morchang' is a unique instrument. It is placed between the...?
A.Feet
B.Hands
C.Teeth and Lips
D.Shoulders
- 5.
Ustad Bismillah Khan was a legendary musician who popularized which instrument globally?
A.Flute
B.Shehnai
C.Sarod
D.Santoor
- 6.
Which of these is a pair of wooden clappers with bells, often used in devotional songs (Bhajans)?
A.Kartal
B.Tabla
C.Sitar
D.Bansuri
- 7.
What is the primary material used to make a traditional Bansuri?
A.Plastic
B.Bamboo
C.Steel
D.Clay
- 8.
Which of these pairs consists ONLY of string instruments?
A.Sitar and Shehnai
B.Tabla and Mridangam
C.Sarod and Tanpura
D.Flute and Ghatam
- 9.
How does a 'Morsing' (Jew's harp) produce sound in the Indian tradition?
A.By blowing air through a hole
B.By plucking a metal tongue while using the mouth as a resonator
C.By hitting two sticks together
D.By vibrating a leather membrane
- 10.
Which of these is a bowed instrument that is widely used in Hindustani classical music and resembles the human voice?
A.Sarangi
B.Santoor
C.Sarod
D.Sitar
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