UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 87
A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Manganiyars are hereditary folk musicians associated with western Rajasthan and adjoining northwestern areas, especially the Thar Desert.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - They are known for music, not northeastern martial arts.
B: Correct - Correct: a musical tradition of northwestern India.
C: Incorrect - Their tradition is not primarily South Indian classical singing.
D: Incorrect - Pietra dura is decorative stone inlay, unrelated to the Manganiyars.