Sattriya is a classical dance form belonging to which state? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Sattriya is a classical dance form belonging to which state?
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Manipur
C. Odisha
D. Assam
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sattriya is an Indian classical dance form from the state of Assam, introduced by the Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankardeva in the 15th century.
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Question #1
The male tandava aspect of dance, as per Natya Shastra, is attributed to which deity?
A. Brahma
B. Shiva
C. Vishnu
D. Indra
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Tandava, the vigorous and masculine style of dance, is said to have been performed by Lord Shiva.
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Question #2
Which classical dance features the 'Mudras' or hand gestures?
A. All classical dances
B. Only Bharatanatyam
C. Only Kathakali
D. Only Kuchipudi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
All classical dance forms of India extensively use Mudras or hand gestures to convey meaning.
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Question #3
The 'Shankarabharana' raga is a major raga used in which classical dance's music?
A. Kathakali
B. Bharatanatyam
C. Odissi
D. Both A and C
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Raga Shankarabharana is common in Carnatic (Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi) and Odissi music systems.
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