The 'Natya Shastra' divides dance into three categories. Which one is NOT among them? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Natya Shastra' divides dance into three categories. Which one is NOT among them?

A. Nritta

B. Nrrita

C. Nritya

D. Natya

Answer: Option B

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The three components are Nritta (pure dance), Nritya (expressive dance), and Natya (drama element).

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The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award' is given for excellence in which field?

A. Theatre

B. Odissi dance

C. Classical music

D. Kathak dance

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
This prestigious award, instituted in 1995, honours outstanding contributions to Odissi dance and music.

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Which of these is a classical dance from South India?

A. Manipuri

B. Sattriya

C. Kathak

D. Mohiniyattam

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Mohiniyattam is a classical dance form from the South Indian state of Kerala.

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The 'Margam' is a traditional sequence of items in which dance?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Odissi

C. Kathak

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
A Margam is the systematic progression of items in a Bharatanatyam performance.

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