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India's First Tribal writers Conference

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Where was the first national conference of tribal writers held?

A) Maharashtra

B) Kerala

C) Jammu and Kashmir

D) West Bengal

 

Answer: C) Jammu and Kashmir

 

Q. Where was the first national conference of tribal writers organized in J&K?

A) Kashmir University's North Campus

B) Jammu University's Bhaderwah Campus

C) BGSBS University's North Campus

D) None of these

Answer: B) Jammu University's Bhaderwah Campus

 

 

Q. What was the primary aim of the first national conference of tribal writers?

A) To promote modern literature

B) To safeguard authentic tribal literature

C) To discuss the impact of digital media on literature

D) To explore the history of tribal literature

 

Answer: B) To safeguard authentic tribal literature

The first national conference of tribal writers aimed to safeguard authentic tribal literature. This initiative was designed to provide a platform for tribal writers to share their work, discuss challenges, and explore solutions to preserve their unique cultural identities. The conference also aimed to encourage young tribal writers to continue the tradition of expressing their culture and experiences through their writings.

 

 

 

Q. Which two organizations collaborated to organize the first national conference of tribal writers?

A) The Jharkhandi Bhasha Sahitya Sanskriti Akhara and the Anjuman-e-Taraqqi Gojri Adab

B) The Sahitya Akademi and the National School of Drama

C) The Indian Council for Cultural Relations and the National Institute of Open Schooling

D) The National Book Trust and the Central Institute of Indian Languages

 

Answer: A) The Jharkhandi Bhasha Sahitya Sanskriti Akhara and the Anjuman-e-Taraqqi Gojri Adab

The first national conference of tribal writers was a collaborative effort between the Jharkhandi Bhasha Sahitya Sanskriti Akhara and the Anjuman-e-Taraqqi Gojri Adab. This collaboration underscores the importance of teamwork and effective communication in achieving common goals, especially in the field of literature and cultural preservation.

 

 

Q. Who inaugurated the first national conference of tribal writers?

A) PM Modi

B) Manoj Sinha

C) Vishesh Paul Mahajan

D) Ashok Mehta

 

Answer: C) Doda Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Paul Mahajan

The first-ever national conference of tribal writers was inaugurated by Doda Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Paul Mahajan on June 11. This conference was a significant event, bringing together 37 Adivasi writers, poets, and cultural experts from across the country.

 

Q. Which of the following tribes was represented at the first national conference of tribal writers?

A) Santhali

B) Maori

C) Inuit

D) Aboriginal Australians

 

Answer: A) Santhali

The first national conference of tribal writers brought together representatives from various tribes, including Santhali, Gondi, Ho, Bhundhari, Koya, Banjara, Kharia, Kudhuk, Gujjar, Bakerwal, Gaddi, and Munda. This diverse gathering of tribal writers and poets provided a unique opportunity for them to share their work, exchange ideas, and discuss the challenges they face in preserving their cultural identities.

 

Q. Which of the following states had representatives at the first national conference of tribal writers?

A) Kerala

B) Odisha

C) Punjab

D) Tamil Nadu

 

Answer: B) Odisha

The first national conference of tribal writers was a truly national event, with participants hailing from various states across India, including Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Rajasthan, Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam, Jammu and Kashmir, and Andhra Pradesh. This diversity of representation underscores the richness and variety of India's tribal cultures and literatures.

 

Q. What was a significant decision made at the first national conference of tribal writers?

A) To establish a national tribal writers' forum

B) To create a national tribal literature award

C) To start a tribal literature magazine

D) To set up a tribal literature museum

 

Answer: A) To establish a national tribal writers' forum

They unanimously decided to set up a national tribal writers' forum to work towards safeguarding authentic tribal literature and encouraging young Adivasi writers to showcase their unique culture through their writings.