The 'Samyuta hastas' are: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Samyuta hastas' are:

A. Single-hand gestures

B. Eye movements

C. Leg movements

D. Double-hand gestures

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Samyuta hastas are 24 combined or double-hand gestures defined in the Natya Shastra.

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Kelucharan Mohapatra is an internationally acclaimed guru of which dance form?

A. Odissi

B. Kathak

C. Manipuri

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Padma Vibhushan Kelucharan Mohapatra is considered the architect of modern Odissi dance, reviving it in the 20th century.

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Which classical dance form originates from the state of Kerala, with a name meaning 'dance of the enchantress'?

A. Kathakali

B. Kuchipudi

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Mohiniyattam, the solo female classical dance from Kerala, literally means 'the dance of the enchantress' (Mohini - enchantress, attam - dance).

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The 'Gharana' system is a prominent feature in which classical dance?

A. Kathak

B. Mohiniyattam

C. Odissi

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Kathak developed into distinct gharanas (Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras, Raigarh) each with stylistic variations.

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