Question 1

Who is the author of the story 'A Baker from Goa'?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Lucio Rodrigues. He is the author of the first part of 'Glimpses of India' titled 'A Baker from Goa'. In this evocative piece, Rodrigues provides a nostalgic account of the traditional Goan village baker who still occupies an important place in his society, reflecting the Portu

Question 2

What was the traditional dress of the baker in the old Portuguese days called?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Kabai. In the old Portuguese days, the bakers in Goa wore a peculiar dress known as the Kabai. It was a single-piece long frock reaching down to the knees. This distinctive attire made the baker easily identifiable in the village as he went about delivering his freshly baked br

Question 3

By what name are the bakers in Goa still known today?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Pader. Even today, the traditional bakers in Goa are referred to as Paders. This term is a remnant of the Portuguese influence in the region. The profession of baking has been passed down through generations, and the presence of the furnace in the village indicates that the tra

Question 4

Where is the district of Coorg situated?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is between Mysore and Mangalore. Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is the smallest district of Karnataka. It is described as a piece of heaven that must have drifted from the kingdom of God. It is located midway between the coastal town of Mangalore and the royal city of Mysore, known

Question 5

According to the text, the fiercely independent people of Coorg are possibly of which descent?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Greek or Arabic. There are two theories regarding the origin of the Coorgi people. One theory suggests they are of Greek descent, possibly from a part of Alexander's army that settled there. The other theory suggests Arabic descent because of the 'Kuppia' dress they wear, which

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