Class 4 Our Rich Heritage Questions and Answers
Chapter 1: Our Rich Heritage – Answer Sheet
1. Tick (✓) the right answer
(a) The classical dance form of
Manipur is Manipuri.
Answer: (ii) Manipuri
(b) Classical music in the northern
part of India is known as Hindustani music.
Answer: (i) Hindustani
(c) The musical instrument not
associated with Carnatic music is Tabla.
Answer: (iv) Tabla
(d) The language not recognized by
the Constitution of India is French.
Answer: (iv) French
(e) The Constitution of India
recognizes 22 languages.
Answer: (i) 22
(f) The stupas of Sanchi and Sarnath
are examples of architecture.
Answer: (i) Sanchi and (ii) Salem?
Correct chapter-based response: The stupas at Sanchi and Sarnath
are examples of Buddhist architecture.
2. Write two names of the following
(a) Folk dances
1. Garba
2. Bihu
(b) Classical dances
1. Bharatanatyam
2. Kathak
(c) Forms of classical music
1. Hindustani music
2. Carnatic music
(d) Famous temples in Delhi
1. Lotus Temple
2. Akshardham Temple
(e) States where Hindi is spoken in different ways
1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Bihar
(f) Mughal architecture
1. Taj Mahal
2. Red Fort
(g) Musical instruments of northern India
1. Sitar
2. Tabla
3. Differentiate between the following
(a) Mural and Miniature Painting
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Mural Painting |
Miniature Painting |
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Murals are paintings made on walls or other solid surfaces. |
Miniatures are small paintings made on paper, cloth or other materials. |
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The paintings of Ajanta and Ellora are examples of murals. |
Mughal and Rajput paintings are examples of miniature paintings. |
(b) Natural and Cultural Heritage
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Natural Heritage |
Cultural Heritage |
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It includes natural resources and natural features. |
It includes things created or developed by people. |
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Forests, rivers, mountains, birds, animals and valleys are examples. |
Monuments, buildings, paintings, dance, music and literature are examples. |
4. Match the following
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Column A |
Correct Match |
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(a) Garba and Dandia |
(v) Gujarat |
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(b) Ghoomar |
(iv) Rajasthan |
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(c) Chikankari |
(i) Handicraft |
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(d) Bihu |
(vi) Assam |
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(e) Ajanta and Ellora |
(iii) Wall paintings |
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(f) Kuchipudi |
(ii) Andhra Pradesh |
Get Ready to Answer
5. Short-answer questions
(a) Name the two types of heritage.
The two types of heritage are:
1. Natural heritage
2. Cultural heritage
(b) Where did classical dances begin as a form of worship?
Classical dances began as a form of worship in temples.
(c) Give two examples of Mughal architecture.
Two examples of Mughal architecture are:
1. The Taj Mahal
2. The Red Fort
(d) What kind of paintings became popular in the Mughal period?
Miniature paintings became popular during the Mughal period.
(e) How many languages are recognized by the Constitution of India?
The Constitution of India recognizes 22 languages.
(f) What is the main difference in the way Hindi and Urdu are written?
Hindi is written from left to right, whereas Urdu is written from right to left.
(g) Name some folk dances. When are they performed?
Garba, Dandia, Bihu, Ghoomar, Bhangra and Cheraw are some folk dances. They are performed during special occasions, weddings and harvest festivals.
6. Long-answer questions
(a) What is heritage? Write about its types.
Heritage means the traditions, culture, monuments, art and natural resources that we receive from our ancestors. It is passed from one generation to another.
Heritage is of two types:
Natural heritage: It includes forests, rivers, mountains, valleys, birds, animals and other natural resources.
Cultural heritage: It includes monuments, historical buildings, paintings, dance, music, literature, languages and traditional customs.
(b) What do the paintings of the Ajanta caves show?
The paintings in the Ajanta caves show stories from the life of Lord Buddha. Some paintings also show prayer halls, monasteries and scenes from ancient life. These paintings are examples of mural art.
(c) Write a brief note on the literature of India.
India has a rich collection of ancient religious and non-religious literature.
Religious literature includes the Ramayana, Mahabharata, Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita and Puranas.
Non-religious literature includes stories, dramas, folk tales and poems written by famous authors. The Ain-i-Akbari and Shahnama are examples of non-religious literature.
These works have been passed from one generation to another through oral and written traditions.
(d) How did Europeans influence architecture in India?
Europeans introduced new styles of architecture in India. They built churches, government buildings and other structures.
Examples of European architecture include:
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai
- Victoria Memorial in Kolkata
- Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament House in New Delhi
- Portuguese churches in Goa
- Lotus Temple in Delhi
The city of Chandigarh was designed by the architect Le Corbusier.
(e) How is Hindustani music different from Carnatic music?
Hindustani music developed in the northern part of India, while Carnatic music developed in the southern part of India.
Hindustani music uses instruments such as the sitar, sarod, flute and tabla. Carnatic music uses instruments such as the veena, ghatam, harmonium, flute and mridangam.
7. HOTS Questions
(a) Apart from the things that we read about in this chapter, name two other things that are a part of India’s rich heritage.
Two other things that are part of India’s rich heritage are:
1. Traditional festivals
2. Traditional food and recipes
(b) Many people visit the Taj Mahal every day. They scribble on the walls, litter the place and destroy the gardens. Do you think that people should be allowed to admire the Taj Mahal from a distance?
People should be allowed to visit the Taj Mahal, but strict rules must be followed. Visitors should not scribble on the walls, throw litter or damage the gardens. Dustbins, security cameras and fines should be used to protect the monument. People must understand that the Taj Mahal is an important part of our national heritage.
(c) A dancer performs after a hymn is sung in praise of a god and brings out its meaning through dance movements. What kind of dance is being performed—a folk dance or a classical dance? Give reasons.
It is a classical dance.
Classical dances began as a form of worship in temples. They use special hand gestures, facial expressions and body movements to tell stories and explain the meaning of hymns. Therefore, the dance described is a classical dance.
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