The 'Tillana' in Bharatanatyam is set to which tempo? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Tillana' in Bharatanatyam is set to which tempo?

A. Madhyam (medium)

B. Variable

C. Vilambit (slow)

D. Drut (fast)

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Tillana is a lively, pure dance piece set to a fast tempo, concluding a Bharatanatyam performance.

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