Which classical dance form shares a foundation with 'Kalaripayattu'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which classical dance form shares a foundation with 'Kalaripayattu'?

A. Bharatanatyam and Odissi

B. Kathak and Kuchipudi

C. Kathakali and Mohiniyattam

D. Sattriya and Manipuri

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Both of Kerala's classical dance forms developed with martial arts influences from Kalaripayattu.

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Which dancer was central to Kuchipudi?

A. Vempati Chinna Satyam

B. Kelucharan

C. Birju Maharaj

D. Rukmini Devi

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Vempati Chinna Satyam was a visionary who expanded the reach of Kuchipudi globally.

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Question #2

Kelucharan Mohapatra was an exponent of which dance?

A. Manipuri

B. Odissi

C. Kathak

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Kelucharan Mohapatra was the primary revivalist of the classical Odissi dance form in the 20th century.

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The 'Odissi' dance is recognized by which unique posture?

A. None of the above

B. Both A and B

C. Tribhanga

D. Chauka

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Correct Answer: Option B

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The Tribhanga (three-bend posture) and the Chauka (square posture) are defining features of Odissi.

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