The 'Abhinaya' in Indian classical dance is classified into how many types as per Natya Shastra? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Abhinaya' in Indian classical dance is classified into how many types as per Natya Shastra?

A. Four

B. Three

C. Five

D. Six

Answer: Option A

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Abhinaya is of four types: Angika (body), Vachika (speech), Aharya (costume), and Sattvika (inner emotions).

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Who is known as the father of modern Kuchipudi dance?

A. Vempati Chinna Satyam

B. Yamini Krishnamurthy

C. Raja Reddy

D. Vedantam Lakshminarayana Sastry

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Vempati Chinna Satyam standardized the Kuchipudi repertoire, introduced solo performances, and established the Kuchipudi Art Academy.

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Which percussion instrument, a cylindrical drum, is central to Manipuri dance?

A. Dhol

B. Tabla

C. Khol

D. Pung

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Correct Answer: Option D

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The Pung (Manipuri mridanga) is the principal percussion instrument in Manipuri dance, played by both dancers and musicians.

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The 'Manipuri' dance costume includes a stiff skirt called:

A. Kunri

B. Kanchi

C. Kumbha

D. Kumil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The cylindrical, embroidered stiff skirt worn by Manipuri female dancers is called Kumil or Kumin.

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