Which dance form uses the 'Mukhabhinaya' (facial expression) extensively? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which dance form uses the 'Mukhabhinaya' (facial expression) extensively?
A. Kathakali
B. Odissi
C. Kathak
D. Bharatanatyam
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Kathakali relies heavily on Mukhabhinaya, specifically eye, eyebrow, and cheek movements, because the rest of the face is masked.
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The 'Sattriya' dance item 'Ramdani' is:
A. A concluding item
B. A devotional song
C. A war dance
D. A rhythmic prelude
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Ramdani is the opening pure dance (nritta) item in a Sattriya performance.
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Question #2
Who is known as the father of modern Kuchipudi dance?
A. Raja Reddy
B. Vedantam Lakshminarayana Sastry
C. Yamini Krishnamurthy
D. Vempati Chinna Satyam
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Correct Answer: Option D

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Vempati Chinna Satyam standardized the Kuchipudi repertoire, introduced solo performances, and established the Kuchipudi Art Academy.
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The 'Gharanas' of Kathak include:
A. Assam, Manipur
B. Odisha, Bengal
C. Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras
D. Tanjore, Mysore
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Correct Answer: Option C

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Kathak is the only dance form that has codified regional schools known as Gharanas.
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