The 'Manipuri' dance costume includes a stiff skirt called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Manipuri' dance costume includes a stiff skirt called:
A. Kunri
B. Kumil
C. Kumbha
D. Kanchi
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The cylindrical, embroidered stiff skirt worn by Manipuri female dancers is called Kumil or Kumin.

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Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
The 'Arangetram' is an important milestone in the life of a:
A. Kathakali dancer
B. Odissi dancer
C. Manipuri dancer
D. Bharatanatyam dancer

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
An Arangetram signifies the completion of a student's basic training and their professional debut in Bharatanatyam.

Question #2
Who is known as the father of modern Kuchipudi dance?
A. Raja Reddy
B. Vedantam Lakshminarayana Sastry
C. Yamini Krishnamurthy
D. Vempati Chinna Satyam

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Vempati Chinna Satyam standardized the Kuchipudi repertoire, introduced solo performances, and established the Kuchipudi Art Academy.

Question #3
The 'Pung Cholom' or drum dance is an integral element of which classical dance?
A. Sattriya
B. Manipuri
C. Kathak
D. Odissi

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Pung Cholom is a vigorous drum dance from Manipur where performers play the pung while dancing.