Which of the following statements about Rauf is/are correct? I. Rauf is a traditional folk dance performed on folk songs in the K…

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Question

Which of the following statements about Rauf is/are correct?

I. Rauf is a traditional folk dance performed on folk songs in the Kashmir dialect.

II. It is typically a solo performance by a woman only.

III. Dancers wear traditional Kashmiri attire, including pherans and ornate jewelry.

  1. A. I only
  2. B. I and II only
  3. C. I and III (Correct answer)
  4. D. I, II and III

Correct Answer

Option C — I and III

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is I and III.

Key Points

  • Rauf is a Kashmiri group folk dance (not solo), so II is incorrect.
  • I and III are correct - performed on Kashmiri folk songs and dancers wear pherans with ornate jewellery.

Topics covered: J&K culture Folk Dance