The 'Raslila' in Manipuri often depicts which season? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Raslila' in Manipuri often depicts which season?
A. All of the above
B. Vasant (Spring)
C. Shravan (Monsoon)
D. Sharad (Autumn)
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Manipuri Raslila is performed across seasons: Basant Ras, Maha Ras (full moon in autumn), etc.

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Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
The 'Manipuri' dance costume includes a stiff skirt called:
A. Kumil
B. Kumbha
C. Kunri
D. Kanchi

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The cylindrical, embroidered stiff skirt worn by Manipuri female dancers is called Kumil or Kumin.

Question #2
The 'Mudiyettu' is a ritual theatre that uses masks and is related to which classical dance?
A. Chhau
B. Yakshagana
C. Kathakali
D. Theyyam

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Mudiyettu and Chhau both use masks and depict mythical stories, but Chhau is the classical dance.

Question #3
Which Indian state is home to the 'Bihu' dance, which is often confused with classical dance?
A. Odisha
B. Assam
C. Kerala
D. Manipur

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Bihu is a popular folk dance of Assam, distinct from the classical Sattriya dance.