The 'Pung Cholom' or drum dance is an integral part of which classical dance tradition? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Pung Cholom' or drum dance is an integral part of which classical dance tradition?

A. Manipuri

B. Kathakali

C. Sattriya

D. Chhau

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Pung Cholom is a vigorous drum dance where performers play the pung (drum) while dancing, often preceding the Ras Lila in Manipuri.

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The 'Tihai' is a technical rhythmic structure used primarily in:

A. Kathak

B. Odissi

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Manipuri

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Tihai is a characteristic rhythmic device used in Kathak for technical display.

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Question #2

The 'Rasamanjari' text, often depicted in dance, is a collection of:

A. Heroic poems

B. Philosophical dialogues

C. Erotic and devotional love verses

D. Martial tales

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Rasamanjari by Bhanudatta is a Sanskrit text describing romantic and devotional love, frequently used as thematic material in classical dances.

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Question #3

Which classical dance utilizes 'Mukhabhinaya' as a crucial feature due to its mask system?

A. Kathakali

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Odissi

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Because Kathakali dancers' faces are heavily made up/masked, they express everything through sophisticated eye and muscle movements.

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