The 'Sattriya' dance form is closely associated with which 15th-century reformer? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Sattriya' dance form is closely associated with which 15th-century reformer?

A. Kabir

B. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu

C. Tulsidas

D. Srimanta Sankardeva

Answer: Option D

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Srimanta Sankardeva was a saint, scholar, and social reformer who created the Sattriya tradition.

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Rukmini Devi Arundale was a famous dancer of which form?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Mohiniyattam

C. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Rukmini Devi Arundale was an Indian theosophist, dancer, and choreographer who revived the Bharatanatyam dance form.

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The 'Tihai' is a specific rhythmic pattern used to achieve:

A. A change in lighting

B. An intricate costume change

C. A balanced, repetitive ending on the 'Sam' beat

D. A mask display

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Correct Answer: Option C

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The Tihai is a technical device in Kathak that ensures the rhythmic cycle ends precisely on the main beat (Sam).

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The 'Sapta Tandava' (seven tandavas) of Shiva are performed in which classical dance?

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Bharatanatyam's repertoire sometimes includes depictions of the Sapta Tandavas (seven tandavas of Shiva).

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