Which dance form is characterized by the use of 'Ghungroos' (bells)? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which dance form is characterized by the use of 'Ghungroos' (bells)?

A. Only Kuchipudi

B. Only Bharatanatyam

C. All classical dances

D. Only Kathak

Answer: Option C

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Almost all Indian classical dance forms utilize ghungroos to emphasize rhythmic footwork.

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The 'Mridangam' is the main percussion instrument in which two classical dances?

A. Manipuri and Sattriya

B. Kathak and Odissi

C. Kathakali and Mohiniyattam

D. Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Both Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi use the mridangam as the primary rhythmic instrument in Carnatic music.

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Question #2

The 'Uparupaka' is a minor dance-drama form, distinguished from the 'Rupaka' (major). Which classical dance is an example of Rupaka?

A. Sattriya

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Kathakali

D. Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Kathakali is considered a Rupaka (major drama), while forms like Bhavai are Uparupaka.

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Question #3

The 'Nritta' elements in Kathak are called?

A. Tukras and Parans

B. Mudras

C. Tribhanga

D. Alarippu

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
In Kathak, rhythmic technical sequences are known as Tukras, Parans, and Tihai.

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