The 'Kalaripayattu' influences are found in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Kalaripayattu' influences are found in:

A. Sattriya and Manipuri

B. Kathakali and Mohiniyattam

C. Bharatanatyam and Odissi

D. Kathak and Kuchipudi

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Both Kerala-based classical forms, Kathakali and Mohiniyattam, developed with martial arts influences from Kalaripayattu.

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The 'Navarasa' (nine emotions) are explicitly categorized in which ancient text?

A. Natya Shastra

B. Arthashastra

C. Upanishads

D. Rigveda

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Natya Shastra by Bharata Muni defines the eight original rasas, with the ninth (Shanta) later added.

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Question #2

The 'Gotipua' dance tradition is considered a precursor to which classical dance?

A. Manipuri

B. Odissi

C. Sattriya

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Gotipua, performed by young boys dressed as girls, contributed significantly to the development of Odissi.

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Question #3

The 'Bharatanatyam' dancer 'Rukmini Devi Arundale' was also a:

A. Freedom fighter

B. Theosophist and Rajya Sabha member

C. Carnatic vocalist

D. Physicist

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Rukmini Devi was a theosophist, founder of Kalakshetra, and served as a nominated member of the Rajya Sabha.

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