Q. Which of the following is/are the correct about Dhamaal?
1.It is a mix of Sufi and African musical and dance traditions.
2.Baithaaki Dhamaal is performed in both sitting and dance positions.
3.Dhamaal songs and dances are performed to celebrate the anniversary of the birth and death of spiritual leaders.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below;

[A] .1 and 2 only

[B] .2 and 3 only

[C] .1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Statements 1 and 3 are correct: Dhamaal is a mix of Sufi and African (mostly East African) musical and dance traditions.

Dhamaal songs and dances are performed by Siddis to celebrate the anniversary of the birth and death of spiritual leaders.

Statement 2 is incorrect: They are performed in two ways — Dance Dhamaal and Baithaaki Dhamaal. The Baithaaki Dhamaal is performed in the sitting position and the Dance Dhamaal is performed in both sitting and dance positions.

Source: DTE