Which classical dance style originated in the temples of Odisha and was traditionally performed by 'Maharis'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which classical dance style originated in the temples of Odisha and was traditionally performed by 'Maharis'?

A. Kuchipudi

B. Odissi

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Bharatanatyam

Answer: Option B

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Maharis were temple dancers in Odisha whose traditional dance form eventually evolved into modern Odissi.

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The 'Shankarabharana' raga is a major raga used in which classical dance's music?

A. Kathakali

B. Odissi

C. Both A and C

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Raga Shankarabharana is common in Carnatic (Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi) and Odissi music systems.

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The 'Chhau' dance is inscribed in UNESCO's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Which country is it from?

A. Sri Lanka

B. Nepal

C. India

D. Bangladesh

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Correct Answer: Option C

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Chhau was inscribed as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO in 2010 from India.

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The 'Chhau' dance is sometimes grouped with classical forms. It originates from which belt?

A. Western India

B. Southern India

C. Eastern India (WB, Odisha, Jharkhand)

D. Northern India

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Chhau is a powerful, masked dance tradition from Eastern India, often referred to as semi-classical.

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