Weddings in Himachal blend faith, family, and tradition. From devta worship to ancient customs like polyandry in Kinnaur, each district brings its own flavor. This section features MCQs on Himachal’s marriage rituals, crafted for HPPSC, HP TET, and other competitive exams.
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Marriage Customs MCQ Practice MCQ Question and Answer
1
What is the first step in a marriage ceremony in Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Option B
Rowari' is the first step in a marriage ceremony in Himachal Pradesh where a matchmaker is involved.
2
What is the practice of giving a girl in return for a sister or cousin called in Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Option A
Batta Satta' is a system of marriage involving exchange, where a girl is given in return for a sister or cousin.
3
Which term refers to a system where the boy's family pays a nominal payment to the girl's family?
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Answer: Option A
Tikar' is a system where the boy's father pays a nominal dowry to the girl's family in Himachal Pradesh.
4
Which region in Himachal Pradesh follows a matriarchal system?
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Answer: Option B
Kinnaur follows a matriarchal system where all brothers are looked upon as common fathers.
5
What is 'Sagai' in the context of marriage customs in Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Option C
Sagai' refers to the engagement ceremony where gifts are exchanged in the presence of both families.
6
What is the term used in Himachal Pradesh for a matchmaker in marriage?
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Answer: Option C
A matchmaker is known as 'Rowari' in the context of Himachali marriages.
7
What is 'Sothan' in the context of Himachali marriage customs?
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Answer: Option B
Sothan' refers to a relative who goes to talk to the girl’s parents in Chamba.
8
Which ceremony marks the ritual return of the bride after wedding?
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Answer: Option C
‘Suhag’ is the ritual return of the bride after the wedding, marked by joy and ceremony.
9
What is the role of a 'Gardar' in Himachali marriages?
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Answer: Option B
Gardar' is a maid or female relative who helps the bride settle in her new home.
10
Which term refers to inter-caste marriage not approved socially in Himachal Pradesh?
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Answer: Option A
Shudra Vivah' is an inter-caste marriage that is not socially approved in Himachal society.
11
What is the local term for informal widow remarriage in Kangra and Chamba regions?
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Answer: Option C
In Kangra and Chamba regions, widow remarriage is informally known as 'Jhanjhara'.
12
Which marriage custom in Himachal involves elopement and is followed by a ritual where the girl departs with the lover?
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Answer: Option A
Dam-Chalshish' is a marriage custom involving elopement, where the lovers elope together and a ritual follows.
13
Which type of divorce among tribals involves snapping a Sal leaf in front of witnesses?
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Answer: Option B
Dehri' is a divorce system among some tribal communities where a Sal leaf is snapped in front of witnesses.
14
Which term is used for the divorce process where the girl returns ornaments and clothes to her husband?
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Answer: Option C
Reet' system of divorce involves the woman returning all ornaments and clothes, signifying the end of the marriage.
15
What is the custom called where a woman dissatisfied with her husband leaves him and begins to live with another man?
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Answer: Option B
Hari' is the term used when a woman dissatisfied with her husband leaves him and begins living with another man.
16
Which term is used in Lahaul when a woman leaves her husband's house and settles with another man?
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Answer: Option C
In Lahaul, when a woman leaves her husband’s house and begins to live with another man, it is referred to as 'Gilar Kanau'.
17
What is the term used for widow remarriage in Kinnaur region?
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Answer: Option D
In Kinnaur, widow remarriage is called 'Dubdub'.
18
What practice among the Gaddis involves performing marriage ceremony twice?
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Answer: Option B
Among the Gaddis, the marriage ceremony is performed twice and is known as 'Jhoori Pana'.
19
Which custom among Gaddis involves a boy kidnapping a girl or vice versa for marriage?
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Answer: Option C
‘Har’ is the term used when a boy kidnaps a girl or vice versa for marriage among the Gaddis.
20
In which region is widow remarriage called 'Karewa?
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Answer: Option B
Karewa' is the term for widow remarriage in the Shimla Hills.
21
In Kinnaur region 'har' type of marriage is known as ?
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Answer: Option D
In Kinnaur region 'har' type of marriage is known as Khuttu Kima or Dubdub or Kuchis.
22
Divorce law known as ?
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Answer: Option D
Divorce law known as ‘Dehri’, ‘Hari’ or ‘Har’ among some tribal communities is held above all courts of law.