Fairs MCQs – Set-1 | 50 questions on Indian craft, livestock, pilgrimage and trade fairs.
Mixed difficulty · Select one answer and open each explanation to review the concept.
Which organization is India’s apex trade-promotion body?
A India Trade Promotion Organisation
B National Crafts Council
C Indian Tourism Board
D Rural Markets Authority
Answer: A. India Trade Promotion Organisation. ITPO describes itself as India’s apex trade-promotion institution.
Whom does ITPO connect Indian businesses with?
A Only domestic tourists
B Buyers, investors and trade partners
C Only local artisans
D Only government offices
Answer: B. Buyers, investors and trade partners. ITPO says it connects exporters, MSMEs and industry leaders with buyers, investors and trade partners.
What kind of trade events does ITPO organize?
A Only village fairs
B Only temple gatherings
C National and international events
D Only school exhibitions
Answer: C. National and international events. ITPO organizes national and international trade events, exhibitions and missions.
Where is ITPO headquartered?
A Surajkund, Faridabad
B Rampur Bushahr, Shimla
C Sonepur, Bihar
D Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Answer: D. Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. ITPO identifies Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi as its headquarters.
Since which year has ITPO supported trade promotion?
A 1972
B 1952
C 1982
D 1992
Answer: A. 1972. ITPO’s official profile says the organization has worked in trade promotion since 1972.
In which city and state is Surajkund Mela held?
A Pushkar, Rajasthan
B Faridabad, Haryana
C Sonepur, Bihar
D Rampur, Himachal Pradesh
Answer: B. Faridabad, Haryana. Haryana Tourism places Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad, Haryana.
What does the Surajkund Mela primarily showcase?
A Livestock and river trade
B Only books and manuscripts
C Crafts, handlooms and folk traditions
D Only food and farming
Answer: C. Crafts, handlooms and folk traditions. Haryana Tourism describes the fair as showcasing Indian handicrafts, handlooms and folk traditions.
How often does Surajkund’s International Crafts Mela take place?
A Every two years
B Every four years
C Every decade
D Every year
Answer: D. Every year. Haryana Tourism describes Surajkund as an annual fair.
Why does Surajkund highlight a Theme State?
A State art, craft and cuisine
B National sports and science
C Only local transport
D Only historic battles
Answer: A. State art, craft and cuisine. The Theme State concept gives one Indian state’s art, craft and cuisine a special focus.
Where do artisans exhibit their work at the fair?
A Pilgrim camps
B Work huts
C Animal shelters
D Museum galleries
Answer: B. Work huts. Haryana Tourism says artists, weavers and craftspersons receive work huts to exhibit their crafts.
Which venue hosts Surajkund’s evening cultural programmes?
A The food court
B The entrance gate
C The main Chaupal
D The craft archive
Answer: C. The main Chaupal. Haryana Tourism identifies the main Chaupal as a venue for cultural evening programmes.
What does the Theme State present through its performances?
A International sports rules
B Only modern machinery
C Trade laws
D Its folk traditions
Answer: D. Its folk traditions. Theme State performers present the distinctive traditions of their state during the fair.
Which aim is part of Surajkund Mela’s official objectives?
A Promote crafts and lesser-known art
B Replace hand tools with machines
C Restrict artisan participation
D Move markets away from villages
Answer: A. Promote crafts and lesser-known art. The fair aims to promote handicrafts and handlooms and introduce lesser-known crafts to patrons.
In which year was Surajkund Mela upgraded to an international level?
A 1989
B 2013
C 2001
D 2018
Answer: B. 2013. Haryana Tourism records that the fair was upgraded to an international level in 2013.
What does the Theme State create to represent local life?
A Chiriya Bazaar
B Kartik Purnima
C Apna Ghar
D Swarna Nagri
Answer: C. Apna Ghar. Haryana Tourism says the Theme State creates a semi-permanent structure called Apna Ghar, meaning ‘our home’.
Which materials are included in Surajkund’s craft displays?
A Only glass and rubber
B Only paper and leather
C Only steel and concrete
D Pottery and terracotta
Answer: D. Pottery and terracotta. Haryana Tourism lists pottery and terracotta among the fair’s craft displays.
In which Indian state is Pushkar Camel Fair held?
A Rajasthan
B Haryana
C Bihar
D Himachal Pradesh
Answer: A. Rajasthan. Incredible India locates Pushkar Camel Fair in Pushkar, Rajasthan.
Pushkar Mela is held in which town?
A Rampur Bushahr
B Pushkar
C Sonepur
D Faridabad
Answer: B. Pushkar. Pushkar Camel Fair takes place in the town of Pushkar.
Which full-moon occasion does Pushkar Camel Fair coincide with?
A Magh Purnima
B Buddha Purnima
C Kartik Purnima
D Guru Purnima
Answer: C. Kartik Purnima. Incredible India says the Pushkar fair coincides with Kartik Purnima.
Which livestock are especially featured at Pushkar Mela?
A Buffaloes, goats and sheep
B Elephants, yaks and pigs
C Donkeys, dogs and cats
D Camels, horses and cattle
Answer: D. Camels, horses and cattle. Incredible India describes Pushkar Fair as featuring cattle, horses and camels.
How do camel owners decorate animals at Pushkar Fair?
A Clothes, bells and paintings
B Ribbons, nets and flags
C Garlands, baskets and drums
D Saddles, chains and blankets
Answer: A. Clothes, bells and paintings. Incredible India notes that camel owners use colourful clothes, bells and intricate paintings.
Which cultural activities can visitors see at Pushkar Camel Fair?
A Only trade negotiations
B Folk music, dance and rituals
C Only wrestling and archery
D Only film screenings
Answer: B. Folk music, dance and rituals. Incredible India describes folk music, dance and religious rituals as part of the fair.
Which distinctive contest is associated with Pushkar Fair?
A Pottery auction
B River boat race
C Moustache competition
D Handloom contest
Answer: C. Moustache competition. Incredible India’s Pushkar guide lists a moustache competition among the fair’s activities.
Which lake is central to Pushkar’s pilgrimage traditions?
A Sambhar Lake
B Dal Lake
C Nakki Lake
D Pushkar Lake
Answer: D. Pushkar Lake. The fair coincides with a pilgrimage to Pushkar Lake, where devotees take a holy dip.
What does Pushkar Camel Fair celebrate alongside local culture?
A Life, livestock and legends
B Monsoon, farming and rain
C Books, science and schools
D Mining, roads and industry
Answer: A. Life, livestock and legends. Incredible India presents Pushkar Mela as a celebration of life, livestock and legends.
Which Bihar town hosts the Sonepur Cattle Fair?
A Patna
B Sonepur
C Gaya
D Rajgir
Answer: B. Sonepur. Incredible India identifies Sonepur in Bihar as the fair’s venue.
Which rivers meet near the Sonepur fairgrounds?
A Yamuna and Chambal
B Narmada and Tapi
C Ganga and Gandak
D Kaveri and Vaigai
Answer: C. Ganga and Gandak. The fair is held near the confluence of the Ganga and Gandak rivers.
What is another local name for the Sonepur Cattle Fair?
A Pushkar Mela
B Gangasagar Mela
C Lavi Mela
D Sonepur Mela
Answer: D. Sonepur Mela. Incredible India says the Sonepur Cattle Fair is locally known as Sonepur Mela.
Which Hindu observance marks the Sonepur fair period?
A Kartik Purnima
B Navaratri
C Makar Sankranti
D Baisakhi
Answer: A. Kartik Purnima. Incredible India places Sonepur Mela around Kartik Purnima.
What kind of trade is Sonepur Mela especially known for?
A Book publishing
B Livestock trade
C Silk weaving
D Spice auctions
Answer: B. Livestock trade. The fair is renowned for livestock trading, alongside its cultural and spiritual activities.
Which combination best describes Sonepur Mela?
A Only farming and transport
B Only performance and sport
C Commerce, culture and spirituality
D Only worship and study
Answer: C. Commerce, culture and spirituality. Incredible India describes Sonepur as blending commerce with culture and spiritual traditions.
Which temple draws worshippers during Sonepur Mela?
A Brahma Temple
B Kapil Muni Temple
C Siddhivinayak Temple
D Harihar Nath Temple
Answer: D. Harihar Nath Temple. Incredible India notes prayers at Harihar Nath Temple during the fair.
What can visitors find beyond livestock at Sonepur Mela?
A Handicrafts and folk performances
B Only office supplies
C Only books and maps
D Only farming equipment
Answer: A. Handicrafts and folk performances. The fair also features handicraft stalls, folk performances, rides and religious ceremonies.
Rampur Bushahr hosts which historic Himachal fair?
A Pushkar Camel Fair
B International Lavi Fair
C Surajkund Crafts Mela
D Gangasagar Mela
Answer: B. International Lavi Fair. Incredible India places the International Lavi Fair in Rampur Bushahr, Shimla district.
On which riverbank is Lavi Fair held?
A Ganga River
B Gandak River
C Sutlej River
D Shipra River
Answer: C. Sutlej River. The Lavi Fair takes place on the banks of the Sutlej River.
Which historic trade links shaped Lavi Fair’s identity?
A Arabian Sea spice routes
B Deccan cotton routes
C Bengal river routes
D Tibet and trans-Himalayan trade
Answer: D. Tibet and trans-Himalayan trade. Incredible India connects Lavi’s history to trading links with Tibet and trans-Himalayan regions.
To which century is Lavi Fair’s trade origin traditionally traced?
A 17th century
B 12th century
C 15th century
D 19th century
Answer: A. 17th century. The fair’s history is traditionally traced to a seventeenth-century trade agreement between Bushahr and Tibet.
Which goods are sold at Lavi Fair’s traditional markets?
A Tea, coffee and spices
B Woollens, dry fruits and crafts
C Silk, pearls and shells
D Books, maps and tools
Answer: B. Woollens, dry fruits and crafts. Incredible India lists woollen products, dry fruits and traditional handicrafts among Lavi’s market goods.
Which processions add to Lavi Fair’s Himalayan character?
A Camel parades
B Boat processions
C Devi-Devta processions
D Military parades
Answer: C. Devi-Devta processions. Traditional Devi-Devta processions and cultural groups contribute to Lavi Fair’s regional character.
What does Lavi Fair represent today?
A Only a livestock market
B Only a temple festival
C Only a craft exhibition
D Himalayan culture, trade and community
Answer: D. Himalayan culture, trade and community. Incredible India describes Lavi as a living platform for culture, commerce, art and community spirit.
Where is Gangasagar Mela held?
A Sagar Island, West Bengal
B Pushkar, Rajasthan
C Faridabad, Haryana
D Rampur, Himachal Pradesh
Answer: A. Sagar Island, West Bengal. Incredible India places Gangasagar Mela on Sagar Island in West Bengal.
During which occasion does Gangasagar Mela take place?
A Kartik Purnima
B Makar Sankranti
C Bohag Bihu
D Onam
Answer: B. Makar Sankranti. The annual pilgrimage fair takes place during Makar Sankranti in January.
Which waters meet at the Gangasagar pilgrimage site?
A Gandak and Brahmaputra
B Yamuna and Ganga
C Ganga and Bay of Bengal
D Narmada and Arabian Sea
Answer: C. Ganga and Bay of Bengal. The mela is held at the sacred confluence of the Ganga and the Bay of Bengal.
Which two activities define the Gangasagar pilgrimage?
A Craft sales and dancing
B Camel trade and parades
C Boat races and singing
D Holy dip and prayers
Answer: D. Holy dip and prayers. Pilgrims take a holy dip and offer prayers at the Kapil Muni Temple.
What does Deepdan mean at Gangasagar Mela?
A Lighting lamps
B Offering grains
C Decorating camels
D Tying sacred threads
Answer: A. Lighting lamps. Incredible India describes Deepdan as the lighting of lamps.
Which local benefit does Gangasagar Mela support?
A Only long-distance shipping
B Tourism and local economy
C Only factory production
D Only urban housing
Answer: B. Tourism and local economy. Incredible India notes that the mela promotes tourism and West Bengal’s local economy.
Who meets at traditional fairs such as Lavi and Surajkund?
A Only officials and judges
B Only pilgrims and priests
C Artisans, traders and visitors
D Only farmers and drivers
Answer: C. Artisans, traders and visitors. These fairs bring together craftspersons, traders, performers, local communities and visitors.
How can a craft fair help preserve traditional skills?
A Replacing handmade goods
B Hiding craft techniques
C Limiting public access
D Exhibiting and supporting artisans
Answer: D. Exhibiting and supporting artisans. Haryana Tourism says Surajkund showcases traditional skills and introduces lesser-known crafts to patrons.
Which fair combines camel livestock, folk culture and pilgrimage traditions?
A Pushkar Camel Fair
B Surajkund Crafts Mela
C International Lavi Fair
D Gangasagar Mela
Answer: A. Pushkar Camel Fair. Pushkar brings together camel traditions, folk performances and pilgrimage linked to Kartik Purnima.
Which offering to the Sun God is part of Gangasagar Mela?
A Deepdan
B Arghya
C Prasad
D Pongal
Answer: B. Arghya. Incredible India lists offering Arghya to the Sun God among Gangasagar Mela rituals.