Question

Nokpanteo skang dongchengbagipara ia mande ong’a.

• A. Bone Nirepa Jane Nitepa
• B. Niba Me’a Jonja Pante
• C. Misipa Narasanta Arajenga
• D. Durama Imbama

Hint:

The Nokpante system reflects the Garo community’s way of imparting social, moral, and practical knowledge to its young members.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the question.
The term Nokpante refers to a traditional Garo bachelor’s dormitory — a cultural institution where young men were trained in customs, discipline, and community service. The question asks to identify the individual historically or culturally associated with this tradition.
Step 2: About Bone Nirepa Jane Nitepa.
Bone Nirepa Jane Nitepa is known in Garo folklore for establishing and maintaining the Nokpante tradition, playing a key role in the social and cultural upbringing of Garo youth.
Step 3: Analysis of options.
- (1) Bone Nirepa Jane Nitepa: Correct; associated with the origin and functioning of Nokpante.
- (2) Niba Me’a Jonja Pante: Not connected to the concept historically.
- (3) Misipa Narasanta Arajenga: No reference in Garo tradition.
- (4) Durama Imbama: A different cultural figure unrelated to Nokpante.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Therefore, the correct answer is (1) Bone Nirepa Jane Nitepa.