The 'Bhavanritya' style is common in which dance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Bhavanritya' style is common in which dance?
A. Kathak
B. Manipuri
C. Sattriya
D. Odissi
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bhavanritya, which focuses on expressive emotions, is a significant component of Manipuri classical dance.

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Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
Sonal Mansingh is most famously associated with which classical dance?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Odissi
C. Kuchipudi
D. Kathak

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Sonal Mansingh is a celebrated Odissi and Bharatanatyam dancer, but is primarily recognized as an iconic Odissi performer and guru.

Question #2
The 'Tillana' in Kuchipudi is analogous to which Bharatanatyam item?
A. Shabdam
B. Tillana
C. Jatiswaram
D. Alarippu

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Tillana in Kuchipudi is similar to Bharatanatyam's Thillana; both are pure dance (nritta) concluding items.

Question #3
Which dance form uses the 'Asamyuta' and 'Samyuta' hand gestures?
A. Only Bharatanatyam
B. Only Kuchipudi
C. Only Kathakali
D. All classical dances

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The fundamental classification of mudras (Asamyuta/Samyuta) applies universally across classical Indian dance.