The male tandava aspect of dance, as per Natya Shastra, is attributed to which deity? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The male tandava aspect of dance, as per Natya Shastra, is attributed to which deity?
A. Brahma
B. Shiva
C. Vishnu
D. Indra
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Tandava, the vigorous and masculine style of dance, is said to have been performed by Lord Shiva.
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Question #1
Which classical dance form incorporates the 'Ghungroo' (bells) as a primary rhythmic element?
A. Only Kuchipudi
B. Only Bharatanatyam
C. All classical dances
D. Only Kathak
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Ghungroos are a defining feature of almost every Indian classical dance style.
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Question #2
The 'Nritta', 'Nritya', and 'Natya' classification comes from which ancient text?
A. Purana
B. Veda
C. Natya Shastra
D. Upanishad
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Natya Shastra, authored by Bharata Muni, classifies dance into these three categories.
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Question #3
Which classical dance form originated as a spiritual art in the Sattras (monasteries) of Assam?
A. Sattriya
B. Kathak
C. Manipuri
D. Odissi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sattriya dance was developed by Srimanta Sankardeva in the Sattras of Assam for religious and cultural propagation.
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