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This is the highest mountain in South Asia, standing at 8,848 meters above sea level.
What is Mount Everest?
This Punjabi folk dance, originally performed during harvest festivals, is known for its energetic moves and vibrant costumes.
What is Bhangra?
Popular in South India, this fermented rice and lentil batter is used to make thin, crispy pancakes.
What is dosa?
This Hindu festival of lights celebrates the triumph of good over evil and is observed with lamps, sweets, and fireworks.
What is Diwali?
“Bole chudiyan, Bole kangana, Tere bin jiyo naiyyo lagda.”
What is Hindi?
(Bole Chudiyan, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham)
This river, known as Sindhu in Sanskrit, is the namesake of a South Asian country.
What is the Indus River?
Often associated with temple worship in Tamil Nadu, this classical dance form emphasizes intricate footwork and storytelling through hand gestures and facial expressions.
What is Bharatanatyam?
This cooling yogurt-based dish, mixed with spices, fruits, or vegetables, is a quintessential accompaniment to Indian meals.
What is raita?
Observed in Kerala, this harvest festival marks the homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali.
What is Onam?
"Ami to tomar notun bhou, amar jibaner prothom diner moto,"
What is Bengal?
(Durga, Pather Panchali)
This board game, originating in ancient India as Moksha Patam, is now known by this name and popular worldwide.
What is Snakes and Ladders?
This semi-classical dance form from the Mughal courts blends Persian, Central Asian, and Indian traditions, characterized by swift spins and rhythmic footwork.
What is Kathak?
This popular Bengali dessert is made with soft paneer balls soaked in sugar syrup.
What is rasgulla?
Celebrated in Tamil Nadu, this multi-day harvest festival coincides with the winter solstice and involves rituals like cooking pongal.
What is Thai Pongal?
Timi nacha firiri, Hawa chalyo siriri aatai jiriri, Ma bajauchu murali tiriri
What is Nepali?
Nacha Firiri, Song by Mahesh Kafle
This surgical technique, originating in ancient India, was first described in the Sushruta Samhita.
What is rhinoplasty?
Performed in Kerala, this classical dance-drama features elaborate costumes, face makeup, and stories from the Mahabharata and Ramayana.
What is Kathakali?
This dish, made from fermented lentil and rice batter, is a specialty in Karnataka and is thicker and spongier than a dosa.
What is uttapam?
This Sikh festival celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak and is marked by processions and prayers.
What is Gurpurab?
“…namukku chodichu chodichu pokaam. Namukku chodichu chodichu chodichu pokam.”
What is Malayalam?
(Mohanlal as Sagar Kottappuram in Ayal Kadha Ezhuthukayaanu)
The first female prime minister of South Asia, she served Sri Lanka from 1960 to 1965 and again from 1970 to 1977.
Who is Sirimavo Bandaranaike?
Performed with vibrant masks and vigorous movements, this Indian folk dance from Odisha narrates tales of gods and demons.
What is Chhau dance?
Often eaten with flatbreads, this traditional Nepali dish is a curry made with fermented and dried leafy greens.
What is gundruk ko jhol?
This Assamese festival, celebrated in mid-January, marks the end of the harvest season and features feasting, dancing, and the ceremonial burning of mejis.
What is Bihu?
"Mee ekacha mhanali aahe ki… to changla hota, aani mi ghalle"
What is Marathi?
(Movie: Swaas)