Which classical dance form utilizes 'Mudras' categorized into 'Asamyuta' (single-handed) and 'Samyuta' (double-handed)? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which classical dance form utilizes 'Mudras' categorized into 'Asamyuta' (single-handed) and 'Samyuta' (double-handed)?

A. Only Bharatanatyam

B. Only Odissi

C. All classical dances

D. Only Kathak

Answer: Option C

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All classical Indian dance forms follow the classification of hand gestures into Asamyuta and Samyuta mudras as defined in the Natya Shastra.

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Which classical dance form has its roots in the temple 'Mahari' tradition?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Sattriya

C. Odissi

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Odissi dance is the evolved form of the Mahari (temple dancer) tradition of Odisha.

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Sattriya dance was given classical status by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in which year?

A. 2002

B. 1996

C. 2000

D. 1998

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Sattriya was officially recognized as a classical dance form in the year 2000, becoming the eighth classical dance.

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Birju Maharaj was a legendary exponent of which dance form?

A. Odissi

B. Kathak

C. Kuchipudi

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Birju Maharaj was a leading exponent of the Lucknow Kalka-Bindadin gharana of Kathak dance.

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