Which dance form uses the 'Hasta-lakshana-deepika' as its guide for hand gestures? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which dance form uses the 'Hasta-lakshana-deepika' as its guide for hand gestures?
A. Kathakali
B. Bharatanatyam
C. Kuchipudi
D. Odissi
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Hasta-lakshana-deepika is the standard text used in Kerala for Kathakali's hand mudras.

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Question #1
Which of these is a classical dance from South India?
A. Manipuri
B. Sattriya
C. Mohiniyattam
D. Kathak

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Mohiniyattam is a classical dance form from the South Indian state of Kerala.

Question #2
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A. Sattriya
B. Kathakali
C. Kathak
D. Chhau (if included)

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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Question #3
The 'Nritya Ratna' awardee 'Yamini Krishnamurthy' is proficient in which two dance forms?
A. Odissi and Mohiniyattam
B. Kathak and Manipuri
C. Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi
D. Sattriya and Chhau

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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