The 'Margam' in a traditional Bharatanatyam performance refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Margam' in a traditional Bharatanatyam performance refers to:

A. The musical instrument used

B. The costume worn by the dancer

C. A sequence of dance items

D. The stage lighting

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Margam is the systematic, progressive sequence of items in a Bharatanatyam recital.

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The 'Dasiattam' was an early name for which classical dance?

A. Odissi

B. Kuchipudi

C. Mohiniyattam

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Bharatanatyam was initially known as Sadir or Dasiattam, performed by devadasis.

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The 'Gharana' system is a prominent feature in which classical dance?

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C. Odissi

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Kathak developed into distinct gharanas (Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras, Raigarh) each with stylistic variations.

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A. 1995

B. 2000

C. 1990

D. 2005

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Sattriya was officially recognized as a classical dance in the year 2000.

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