The 'Mohiniyattam' music is primarily based on which traditional musical style? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Mohiniyattam' music is primarily based on which traditional musical style?

A. Hindustani

B. Carnatic

C. Sopana Sangeetham

D. Sufi

Answer: Option C

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Mohiniyattam songs are set in the Sopana Sangeetham, a semi-classical Kerala style, with Malayalam lyrics.

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