Birju Maharaj was a legendary exponent of which dance form? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Birju Maharaj was a legendary exponent of which dance form?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Odissi

C. Kathak

D. Kuchipudi

Answer: Option C

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Birju Maharaj was a leading exponent of the Lucknow Kalka-Bindadin gharana of Kathak dance.

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Padma Subrahmanyam is an exponent of which dance form?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Odissi

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Padma Subrahmanyam is a famous Bharatanatyam dancer and creator of the 'Bharata Nrityam' style.

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Question #2

The 'Dasiattam' was an early name for which classical dance?

A. Odissi

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Bharatanatyam was initially known as Sadir or Dasiattam, performed by devadasis.

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Question #3

Which dance form uses the 'Pung' barrel drum?

A. Manipuri

B. Kathakali

C. Odissi

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Pung drum is an essential instrument played by Manipuri dancers.

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