The 'Chhau' dance is traditionally performed during which festival? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Chhau' dance is traditionally performed during which festival?

A. Holi

B. Diwali

C. Navratri

D. Chaitra Parva

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Chhau is performed during the Chaitra Parva festival in March-April, marking the spring season and the traditional new year in the region.

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Which classical dance form features the 'Thali' (brass plate)?

A. Kuchipudi

B. Kathakali

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Mohiniyattam

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Tarangam in Kuchipudi is performed while the dancer stands on a brass plate.

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Question #2

The 'Mohiniyattam' dance item 'Cholkettu' is equivalent to which Bharatanatyam item?

A. Jatiswaram

B. Tillana

C. Varnam

D. Alarippu

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Cholkettu is the first invocatory item in Mohiniyattam, analogous to Alarippu in Bharatanatyam.

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Question #3

In Kathakali, the 'Kari' (black) makeup is used for which type of characters?

A. Hunters and forest dwellers

B. Demons and evil characters

C. Sages and hermits

D. Female characters

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kari (black) makeup in Kathakali represents hunters, forest dwellers, and primitive beings. Red beard (chuvanna thadi) is for demons.

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