Which of these is a classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of these is a classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu?

A. Odissi

B. Sattriya

C. Kathakali

D. Bharatanatyam

Answer: Option D

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Bharatanatyam is the traditional classical dance form of Tamil Nadu.

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Question #1

The 'Tillana' in Bharatanatyam is set to which tempo?

A. Drut (fast)

B. Vilambit (slow)

C. Variable

D. Madhyam (medium)

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Tillana is a lively, pure dance piece set to a fast tempo, concluding a Bharatanatyam performance.

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Question #2

The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra' is associated with which dance?

A. Sattriya

B. Kathak

C. Manipuri

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
He was the leading architect of modern Odissi dance.

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Question #3

The 'Asamyuta hastas' (single-hand gestures) as per Natya Shastra number:

A. 28

B. 24

C. 32

D. 36

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Natya Shastra describes 28 Asamyuta hastas (single-hand gestures). Additionally, 24 Samyuta hastas (double-hand).

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