SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 50

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Jhumur.

The traditional dance performed by tea cultivators in Assam is the Jhumur dance. This vibrant folk dance is primarily associated with the tea tribes of Assam, who were brought from central India during British colonial rule to work in the tea plantations. Jhumur is performed during festivals, community gatherings, and celebrations, expressing joy, unity, and cultural identity. Dancers, usually women adorned in colorful traditional attire, move in rhythmic patterns while singing melodious folk songs. The music is accompanied by instruments like the madol (a type of drum). Jhumur reflects the life, hardships, and festive spirit of the tea garden communities.