The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra' is associated with which dance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra' is associated with which dance?
A. Kathak
B. Sattriya
C. Manipuri
D. Odissi
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
He was the leading architect of modern Odissi dance.

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Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
The 'Brajabuli' language is associated with the literature of?
A. Manipuri Rasa Lila
B. Kathakali
C. Odissi
D. Bharatanatyam

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The lyrics of the Manipuri Rasa Lila are often composed in Brajabuli, a language developed by Vaishnava poets.

Question #2
The 'Vachika Abhinaya' (verbal expression) is practiced in which classical form?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Kathak
C. Odissi
D. Kuchipudi

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
While most classical dances are silent, Kuchipudi traditionally allows for the dancer to sing or speak (Vachika Abhinaya).

Question #3
Who is known as the father of modern Kuchipudi dance?
A. Yamini Krishnamurthy
B. Vedantam Lakshminarayana Sastry
C. Vempati Chinna Satyam
D. Raja Reddy

Correct Answer: Option C


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