The 'Nritya Ratna' awardee 'Yamini Krishnamurthy' is proficient in which two dance forms? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Nritya Ratna' awardee 'Yamini Krishnamurthy' is proficient in which two dance forms?

A. Odissi and Mohiniyattam

B. Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi

C. Sattriya and Chhau

D. Kathak and Manipuri

Answer: Option B

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Yamini Krishnamurthy, a recipient of Padma Vibhushan, excels in both Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.

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Which classical dance form traditionally incorporates the 'Kalaripayattu' martial art?

A. Sattriya and Manipuri

B. Bharatanatyam and Odissi

C. Kathakali and Mohiniyattam

D. Kathak and Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Both of Kerala's classical dance forms, Kathakali and Mohiniyattam, draw heavily from the traditional martial art, Kalaripayattu.

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Manipuri dance is predominantly influenced by which sect of Hinduism?

A. Jainism

B. Vaishnavism

C. Shaivism

D. Shaktism

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Manipuri dance draws its themes mainly from the Radha-Krishna lore and is deeply connected to Gaudiya Vaishnavism.

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The delicate 'lasya' aspect, representing grace and beauty, is a dominant feature of which dance?

A. Kathakali

B. Chhau

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Manipuri

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Mohiniyattam is predominantly a lasya (graceful and feminine) dance form, embodying the enchanting beauty of the celestial Mohini.

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