The 'Kerala Natanam' is a modern choreographic style derived from which classical dance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Kerala Natanam' is a modern choreographic style derived from which classical dance?

A. Kuchipudi

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Kathakali

D. Mohiniyattam

Answer: Option C

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Kerala Natanam, created by Guru Gopinath, evolved from Kathakali, making it more accessible.

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Kathakali follows the 'Hastalakshana Deepika' which prescribes how many basic hand gestures?

A. 16

B. 24

C. 28

D. 20

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Kathakali uses a codified language of 24 basic mudras derived from the Hastalakshana Deepika, distinct from the Asamyuta and Samyuta hastas.

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The 'Khajuraho' temples' sculptures are rich in dance poses that bear a strong resemblance to which classical dance?

A. Kathak

B. Odissi

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The sculptures at Khajuraho display poses strikingly similar to Odissi, including the Tribhanga stance.

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Which classical dance was officially recognized in 2000?

A. Sattriya

B. Manipuri

C. Kathak

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sattriya was the eighth and most recent form added to the official classical dance list by the Sangeet Natak Akademi.

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