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The Jarawas are indigenes of Andaman Islands in India. The Jarawas lives alone and does not interact with outsiders hence their tradition, culture and society are not properly understood.

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1.

The population of the Jarawas is estimated to be within
- A.
  
  250-400
- B.
  
  200-300
- C.
  
  230-450
- D.
  
  370-600
Correct Answer
A. 250-400

Explanation
The correct answer is 250-400. This range is an estimate of the population of the Jarawas, a tribe in the Andaman Islands. The range suggests that the population could be as low as 250 or as high as 400 individuals. This estimate takes into account various factors such as surveys, observations, and research conducted on the tribe's population size.

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2.

The Jarawas live in the South Andaman Islands and
- A.
  
  North Andaman Islands
- B.
  
  Middle Andaman Islands
- C.
  
  East Andaman Islands
- D.
  
  West Andaman Islands
Correct Answer
B. Middle Andaman Islands

Explanation
The Jarawas live in the Middle Andaman Islands.

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3.

The Jarawas are believed to have been living on the islands for about
- A.
  
  300 years
- B.
  
  400 years
- C.
  
  Thousands of years
- D.
  
  Hundreds of years
Correct Answer
C. Thousands of years

Explanation
The correct answer is "Thousands of years". This is because the Jarawas are believed to have been living on the islands for a long period of time, indicating a significant duration of habitation. The term "thousands of years" suggests a time frame that extends beyond a few centuries or even millennia, making it the most plausible option.

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4.

The Jarawas' homelands were in the southern, South Andaman Islands before
- A.
  
  19th century
- B.
  
  18th century
- C.
  
  17th century
- D.
  
  16th century
Correct Answer
A. 19th century

Explanation
The Jarawas' homelands were in the southern, South Andaman Islands before the 19th century. This suggests that their ancestral lands existed prior to the 19th century, indicating that the Jarawas have a long-standing history in the region.

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5.

The primary threat of the Jarawas is
- A.
  
  Civilization
- B.
  
  Burmese travellers
- C.
  
  Andaman Trunk Road
- D.
  
  Budhist neighbours
Correct Answer
A. Civilization

Explanation
The primary threat to the Jarawas is civilization. This suggests that the encroachment of modern society and its associated values, practices, and infrastructure poses a danger to the Jarawa tribe. The influence of civilization can disrupt their traditional way of life, erode their cultural practices, and potentially lead to exploitation or marginalization. This answer implies that the Jarawas face significant challenges and risks due to the encroachment of outside influences.

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6.

The Jarawa bow is called
- A.
  
  Patho
- B.
  
  Aao
- C.
  
  Elliptica
- D.
  
  Kekad
Correct Answer
B. Aao

Explanation
The correct answer is "Aao". This is because the question is asking for the name of the Jarawa bow, and out of the given options, "Aao" is the only one that could potentially be a name for a bow. The other options do not seem to be related to bows or weapons.

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7.

The Jarawa arrow is called
- A.
  
  Aao
- B.
  
  Elliptica
- C.
  
  Patho
- D.
  
  Kekad
Correct Answer
C. Patho
8.

The iron head arrow is called
- A.
  
  Aetaho
- B.
  
  Areca
- C.
  
  Bobmo
- D.
  
  Patho
Correct Answer
A. Aetaho
9.

The Jarawas hunt the following except
- A.
  
  Wild pigs
- B.
  
  Monitor lizards
- C.
  
  Fish
- D.
  
  Wild goats
Correct Answer
D. Wild goats

Explanation
The Jarawas hunt wild pigs, monitor lizards, and fish, but they do not hunt wild goats. This suggests that wild goats are not a part of their traditional hunting practices or that they are not found in the region where the Jarawas reside.

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10.

The Jarawa women catch fishes using
- A.
  
  Fishing nets
- B.
  
  Hook and line
- C.
  
  Baskets
- D.
  
  Fishing traps
Correct Answer
C. Baskets

Explanation
The Jarawa women catch fishes using baskets. Baskets can be used to scoop up fish from the water, making it easier for the women to catch them. This method does not require any complex tools or equipment, making it a simple and effective way for the Jarawa women to catch fish.

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