Which dance form uses the 'Pung' drum as a core instrument? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which dance form uses the 'Pung' drum as a core instrument?

A. Manipuri

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Kathakali

D. Odissi

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Pung drum is central to the rhythmic performance of Manipuri dance.

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Which dance form uses the 'Asamyuta' and 'Samyuta' hand gestures?

A. Only Kathakali

B. All classical dances

C. Only Bharatanatyam

D. Only Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The fundamental classification of mudras (Asamyuta/Samyuta) applies universally across classical Indian dance.

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Question #2

The 'Ghunghat' (veil) is used in the repertoire of which classical dance?

A. Kathak

B. Manipuri

C. Mohiniyattam

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
In Kathak's Gat Bhav, the dancer often uses the ghunghat (veil) to convey the mood of a character.

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Question #3

Which classical dance form is centered around the 'Bhava' (emotion) of 'Sringara' (love)?

A. Sattriya

B. Manipuri

C. Kathakali

D. Mohiniyattam

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Mohiniyattam, the 'dance of the enchantress', is renowned for its predominant focus on Sringara rasa.

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