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    Question

    Which Indian state is renowned for the distinctive

    Longpi (Nungbi) Pottery, known for being crafted without a potter's wheel?
    A Nagaland Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Mizoram Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Arunachal Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Meghalaya Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Manipur Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Most of the villages of Manipur have distinct features in their pottery, each determined by its colours and designs. It is the Longpi (Nungbi) village in Ukhrul District, that has taken the lead outside the state and made a mark with its black earthenware crafted by Tangkhul tribe who reside in Nungbi village. The technique of this art is said to be handed down from the Neolithic period. A unique feature of this craft is that it is crafted without a potter’s wheel.

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