The main percussion instrument used in modern Kathak is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The main percussion instrument used in modern Kathak is the:
A. Mridangam
B. Pakhawaj
C. Tabla
D. Chenda
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
While earlier styles used the pakhawaj, the tabla is now the principal percussion instrument accompanying Kathak, enabling intricate rhythmic patterns.

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Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
Which classical dance form has its roots in the temple 'Mahari' tradition?
A. Odissi
B. Kuchipudi
C. Bharatanatyam
D. Sattriya

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Odissi dance is the evolved form of the Mahari (temple dancer) tradition of Odisha.

Question #2
Sattriya dance was introduced by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer:
A. Srimanta Sankaradeva
B. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
C. Kabir
D. Tulsidas

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Mahapurush Srimanta Sankaradeva founded the Sattriya dance tradition in the 15th century as part of the neo-Vaishnava movement in Assam.

Question #3
The 'Odissi' music system employs which specific tala system?
A. Mixed tala
B. Hindustani tala
C. Carnatic tala
D. Odissi tala

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Odissi music has its own tala structure, distinct from Hindustani and Carnatic.