Which classical dance uses the 'Hasta-lakshana-deepika'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which classical dance uses the 'Hasta-lakshana-deepika'?

A. Odissi

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Kuchipudi

D. Kathakali

Answer: Option D

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Kathakali dancers strictly follow the guidelines of the Hasta-lakshana-deepika.

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Question #1

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

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Odissi

C. Kuchipudi

D. Kathak

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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 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award' is given for excellence in which field?

A. Odissi dance

B. Classical music

C. Theatre

D. Kathak dance

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
This prestigious award, instituted in 1995, honours outstanding contributions to Odissi dance and music.

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Question #3

Which classical dance utilizes 'Mukhabhinaya' as a crucial feature due to its mask system?

A. Odissi

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Kathak

D. Kathakali

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Because Kathakali dancers' faces are heavily made up/masked, they express everything through sophisticated eye and muscle movements.

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