Which classical dance form utilizes 'Pung' and 'Kartal' during the performance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which classical dance form utilizes 'Pung' and 'Kartal' during the performance?

A. Odissi

B. Kathakali

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Manipuri

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Manipuri dancers play the Pung (drum) and use Kartal (cymbals) to accompany their rhythmic movements.

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The 'Tandava' and 'Lasya' aspects are common in which Indian classical dance?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Odissi

C. Kathak

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Bharatanatyam encompasses both Tandava (masculine, vigorous) and Lasya (feminine, graceful) elements.

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Question #2

The 'Nritta', 'Nritya', and 'Natya' classification comes from which ancient text?

A. Purana

B. Upanishad

C. Natya Shastra

D. Veda

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Natya Shastra, authored by Bharata Muni, classifies dance into these three categories.

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Question #3

The 'Sarangi', used in Kathak music, is a:

A. Brass instrument

B. Stringed instrument

C. Wind instrument

D. Percussion instrument

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Sarangi is a bowed, stringed instrument used for melodic accompaniment in Kathak.

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