Which classical dance form has the least amount of facial expression (abhinaya) compared to others? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Question

Share Report Error

Which classical dance form has the least amount of facial expression (abhinaya) compared to others?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Kathak

C. Kathakali

D. None (all emphasize abhinaya)

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Abhinaya is essential to every recognized classical Indian dance form.

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

Which of these classical dances features the 'Ashtapadi' songs?

A. Odissi

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Kuchipudi

D. Kathak

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Ashtapadi from Geeta Govinda is essential to the Odissi repertoire.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India

Question #2

The 'Nritya Ratna' awardee 'Yamini Krishnamurthy' is proficient in which two dance forms?

A. Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi

B. Sattriya and Chhau

C. Kathak and Manipuri

D. Odissi and Mohiniyattam

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Yamini Krishnamurthy, a recipient of Padma Vibhushan, excels in both Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India

Question #3

The 'Gaudiya Nritya' was proposed for classical status but is currently recognized as:

A. A folk dance

B. A variant of Odissi

C. Not recognized by Sangeet Natak Akademi

D. A separate classical dance

View Answer & Solution Discuss

Get Complete Subject PDF for Static General Knowledge

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Gaudiya Nritya, from West Bengal, has not yet been granted classical status by the Sangeet Natak Akademi.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India

Explore All Classical Dances of India MCQs