Which dance form is characterized by its 'Pung Cholom' drum performance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which dance form is characterized by its 'Pung Cholom' drum performance?

A. Kathakali

B. Manipuri

C. Odissi

D. Bharatanatyam

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Pung Cholom is a spectacular percussive dance form within the Manipuri tradition.

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The 'Mohiniyattam' dance item 'Cholkettu' is equivalent to which Bharatanatyam item?

A. Alarippu

B. Varnam

C. Jatiswaram

D. Tillana

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Cholkettu is the first invocatory item in Mohiniyattam, analogous to Alarippu in Bharatanatyam.

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Question #2

Which classical dance is named after the village where it originated in Andhra Pradesh?

A. Kathak

B. Kuchipudi

C. Odissi

D. Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Kuchipudi is named after the village of Kuchipudi in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh.

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Question #3

Which classical dance form utilizes 'Kathi Vesham' for arrogant, evil characters?

A. Mohiniyattam

B. Kathakali

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
In Kathakali, 'Kathi' (knife) vesham represents arrogant, evil characters with a specific green face makeup with a red outline.

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