The 'Kathak' dancer 'Pt. Sunder Prasad' belonged to which gharana? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Kathak' dancer 'Pt. Sunder Prasad' belonged to which gharana?

A. Banaras

B. Raigarh

C. Jaipur

D. Lucknow

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Sunder Prasad was a stalwart of the Jaipur gharana, known for its emphasis on pure rhythm.

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The 'Chokkar' is a term used in which classical dance for a rapid spin?

A. Odissi

B. Sattriya

C. Manipuri

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
In Kathak, a chakkardar is a composition featuring rapid spins, and chakkar means spin.

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Question #2

The 'Sattriya' dance form was recognized as a classical dance in which year?

A. 1990

B. 2000

C. 2010

D. 1985

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sattriya was officially recognized as the eighth classical dance form by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2000.

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Question #3

Which classical dance has its roots in the temple dance traditions of Devadasis?

A. Bharatanatyam and Odissi

B. Kuchipudi and Mohiniyattam

C. Kathak and Kathakali

D. Manipuri and Sattriya

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Both Bharatanatyam (Devadasis) and Odissi (Maharis/Gotipuas) evolved from temple dance traditions.

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