Literature and Arts
Q: Who is known as the ‘Father of Konkani literature’?
A: Shenoi Goembab
Q: Which Goan writer won the Jnanpith Award for his contribution to literature?
A: Ravindra Kelekar
Q: What is the main theme of the literary works of Laxmanrao Sardessai?
A: Social issues and Goan culture
Q: Which form of theatre is traditional to Goa?
A: Tiatr
Q: Who is the famous Goan artist known for his modernist paintings?
A: Francis Newton Souza
Q: What is the primary focus of the Goa Kala Academy?
A: Promoting art and culture
Q: Which Goan poet is known for his contributions to Konkani poetry?
A: Bakibab Borkar
Q: What is the name of the famous Goan folk dance performed during festivals?
A: Dekhni
Q: Which Goan writer is known for his satirical works?
A: Pundalik Naik
Q: Which Goan festival celebrates the harvest season with folk dances and music?
A: Shigmo