The 'Mohiniyattam' dance is accompanied by which vocal music tradition? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Mohiniyattam' dance is accompanied by which vocal music tradition?

A. Carnatic

B. Hindustani

C. Sopana Sangeetham

D. Chhau music

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Mohiniyattam music is primarily the Sopana Sangeetham, a semi-classical Kerala style, though Carnatic influences exist.

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Which classical dance form derives its name from a village in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Kuchipudi

B. Mohiniyattam

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Kuchipudi takes its name from the village Kuchipudi in Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh.

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Which classical dance form originated as a spiritual art in the Sattras (monasteries) of Assam?

A. Odissi

B. Manipuri

C. Sattriya

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option C

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

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The 'Odissi' music system employs which specific tala system?

A. Carnatic tala

B. Hindustani tala

C. Mixed tala

D. Odissi tala

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Correct Answer: Option D

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

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