The 'Goti Pua' dance from Odisha involves: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Goti Pua' dance from Odisha involves:
A. Women with pots
B. Fire dancers
C. Men wearing masks
D. Boys dressed as girls
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Goti Pua are young boys trained in acrobatic and feminine dance, an influence on Odissi.
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Question #1
Which classical dance style originated from the temple dance tradition known as 'Mahari'?
A. Kathak
B. Odissi
C. Kuchipudi
D. Sattriya
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Mahari dancers were temple dancers in Odisha, whose practices laid the foundational movements for the Odissi dance style.
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Question #2
The 'Mohiniyattam' music is primarily based on which traditional musical style?
A. Sopana Sangeetham
B. Hindustani
C. Carnatic
D. Sufi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Mohiniyattam songs are set in the Sopana Sangeetham, a semi-classical Kerala style, with Malayalam lyrics.
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Question #3
The 'Mohiniyattam' dance is accompanied by which vocal music tradition?
A. Sopana Sangeetham
B. Chhau music
C. Hindustani
D. Carnatic
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Mohiniyattam music is primarily the Sopana Sangeetham, a semi-classical Kerala style, though Carnatic influences exist.
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