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Classical Dances of India MCQs

Practice Classical Dances of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, Odissi, Sattriya and their states, performers, traditions and cultural significance frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #41
Which classical dance form has the 'Kalaripayattu' influence?
A. Manipuri and Sattriya
B. Kathakali and Mohiniyattam
C. Kathak and Kuchipudi
D. Bharatanatyam and Odissi
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Kathakali and Mohiniyattam in Kerala were significantly influenced by the traditional martial art Kalaripayattu.
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Question #42
Which of these is a classical dance form from the North-East?
A. Odissi
B. Kathakali
C. Mohiniyattam
D. Manipuri
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Manipuri is the classical dance form representing the Northeast Indian tradition.
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Question #43
The 'Thillana' is a component of which dance?
A. Kuchipudi
B. Odissi
C. Kathak
D. Bharatanatyam
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
A Thillana is a climactic, rhythmic composition in a Bharatanatyam recital.
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Question #44
Which of these is a classical dance form that uses the 'Vesham' (costume) style?
A. Manipuri
B. Odissi
C. Kathak
D. Kathakali
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kathakali utilizes a complex system of Vesham (makeup and costume) to represent different character types.
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Question #45
Which classical dance form is associated with the 'Shiva' theme?
A. Only Kathakali
B. None of the above
C. All classical dances have elements of Shiva (Nataraja)
D. Only Bharatanatyam
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Lord Shiva as Nataraja (Lord of the Dance) is the supreme inspiration for all Indian classical dance forms.
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Question #46
Which dance form is famous for the 'Abhinaya'?
A. Only Manipuri
B. Only Odissi
C. All classical dances
D. Only Kathak
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Abhinaya (expression) is a crucial component of all Indian classical dances.
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Question #47
Which of these is a major Gharana of Kathak?
A. Jaipur
B. Lucknow
C. All of the above
D. Banaras
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The major Gharanas (schools) of Kathak are Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras.
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Question #48
Which dance form involves 'Nritta, Nritya, and Natya'?
A. All classical dances
B. Only Odissi
C. Only Bharatanatyam
D. Only Kathakali
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Natya (dramatic representation) is the third essential element in all classical dance forms.
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Question #49
Who is the proponent of 'Kuchipudi'?
A. Padma Subrahmanyam
B. Kelucharan Mohapatra
C. Birju Maharaj
D. Vempati Chinna Satyam
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Vempati Chinna Satyam was a legendary Kuchipudi dancer and choreographer.
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Question #50
The 'Sattriya' dance form was recognized as a classical dance in which year?
A. 2000
B. 1990
C. 1985
D. 2010
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sattriya was officially recognized as the eighth classical dance form by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2000.
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Question #51
Which classical dance form utilizes 'Kathi Vesham' for arrogant, evil characters?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Mohiniyattam
C. Kathakali
D. Odissi
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
In Kathakali, 'Kathi' (knife) vesham represents arrogant, evil characters with a specific green face makeup with a red outline.
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Question #52
Which of the following classical dances is traditionally accompanied by the 'Pung' (drum) and 'Kartal' (cymbals)?
A. Manipuri
B. Kathak
C. Sattriya
D. Kuchipudi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Manipuri dance style, particularly the Sankirtana, is accompanied by the Pung drum and Kartal cymbals.
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Question #53
The 'Navarasa' (nine emotions) are depicted in which Indian classical dance form?
A. Only Kuchipudi
B. Only Bharatanatyam
C. Only Kathakali
D. All classical dances
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
All Indian classical dances strive to depict the Navarasa (Love, Laughter, Anger, Compassion, Disgust, Horror, Heroism, Wonder, and Serenity) as outlined in the Natya Shastra.
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Question #54
Which classical dance form originated as a spiritual art in the Sattras (monasteries) of Assam?
A. Kathak
B. Odissi
C. Manipuri
D. Sattriya
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Sattriya dance was developed by Srimanta Sankardeva in the Sattras of Assam for religious and cultural propagation.
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Question #55
Which classical dance is often performed on the story of 'Geeta Govinda' by Jayadeva?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Manipuri
C. Odissi
D. Kathak
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Odissi dance has a long tradition of incorporating Jayadeva's 'Geeta Govinda' into its repertoire.
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Question #56
The 'Pachai Vesham' in Kathakali is used for which types of characters?
A. Female characters
B. Noble, god-like heroes
C. Forest hunters
D. Evil, arrogant villains
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Pachai (green) vesham represents noble, divine, or heroic characters in Kathakali.
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Question #57
Which classical dance form has a distinct style known as 'Thumri' for expression?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Odissi
C. Mohiniyattam
D. Kathak
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kathak dancers often use 'Thumri' (a romantic/devotional semi-classical song) to exhibit expressive (bhava) dancing.
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Question #58
The 'Padam' and 'Javali' are musical forms primarily used in which classical dance?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Odissi
C. Kathak
D. Kuchipudi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Bharatanatyam recitals frequently feature Padams and Javalis to explore themes of love and devotion.
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Question #59
Who introduced the 'Pung Cholom' style in Manipuri dance?
A. Rabindranath Tagore
B. Srimanta Sankardeva
C. Uday Shankar
D. Maharaja Bhagyachandra
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Maharaja Bhagyachandra is credited with developing and codifying various forms of Manipuri dance, including Pung Cholom.
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Question #60
The 'Ankiya Naat' of Assam is closely associated with which dance?
A. Odissi
B. Sattriya
C. Manipuri
D. Kathakali
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sattriya dance is deeply influenced by and integrated with the 'Ankiya Naat' (one-act plays) tradition of Assam.
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