Which classical dance has 'Gharanas' in Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which classical dance has 'Gharanas' in Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras?

A. Kathak

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Odissi

D. Manipuri

Answer: Option A

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Kathak is the only classical dance form organized into these distinct regional Gharanas.

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Question #1

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

A. Odissi

B. Kuchipudi

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option A

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

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Question #2

Which classical dance form includes 'Sankirtana' as a major performance tradition?

A. Odissi

B. Sattriya

C. Manipuri

D. Kathakali

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Sankirtana is a core, ritualized artistic expression in Manipur.

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Question #3

The 'Odissi' music system employs which specific tala system?

A. Carnatic tala

B. Mixed tala

C. Odissi tala

D. Hindustani tala

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Odissi music has its own tala structure, distinct from Hindustani and Carnatic.

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