The 'Varnam' in a Bharatanatyam recital is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Question
The 'Varnam' in a Bharatanatyam recital is:
A. Concluding item
B. Central expressive piece
C. Percussion solo
D. Opening piece
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Varnam is the most elaborate and central item, combining nritta and nritya to showcase the dancer's skill and expression.
This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India
Request complete Subject PDF

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
The 'Tillana' is a lively concluding piece. In Kuchipudi, what is the equivalent item?
A. Taranga
B. Padam
C. Javali
D. Tillana itself is used
Discuss
Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kuchipudi also uses the Tillana as a pure dance concluding number, similar to Bharatanatyam.
This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India
Question #2
The 'Tihai' is a specific rhythmic pattern used to achieve:
A. An intricate costume change
B. A balanced, repetitive ending on the 'Sam' beat
C. A change in lighting
D. A mask display
Discuss
Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Tihai is a technical device in Kathak that ensures the rhythmic cycle ends precisely on the main beat (Sam).
This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India
Question #3
Which of these is a major Gharana of Kathak?
A. All of the above
B. Banaras
C. Jaipur
D. Lucknow
Discuss
Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The major Gharanas (schools) of Kathak are Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras.
This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India
Explore All Classical Dances of India MCQs
Today's Top Topics
UNESCO World Heritage Sites 189 Books and Authors 527 Important Monuments of India 477 First in the World 559 Awards and Honours 384
Explore Subjects
English 15164 Computer 5279 Geography GK 6121 Static General Knowledge 6362 History GK 3374
Practice Mix
A man rows a distance of 16 km downstream in 2 hours and returns upstream in 4 hours. Find the speed of the river current.
The Naga Hills are in:
Sundar walks 4 km towards east. Then he turns right and walks 3 km. Again he turns to the right and continues walking. Which direction is he going now?
At what rate percent compound interest will Rs. 1000 become Rs. 1728 in 3 years?
Carnot efficiency depends on: