Which percussion instrument, a cylindrical drum, is central to Manipuri dance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which percussion instrument, a cylindrical drum, is central to Manipuri dance?

A. Khol

B. Tabla

C. Pung

D. Dhol

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Pung (Manipuri mridanga) is the principal percussion instrument in Manipuri dance, played by both dancers and musicians.

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The 'Nritta, Nritya, and Natya' pillar concept comes from:

A. Natya Shastra

B. Upanishad

C. Veda

D. Purana

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Correct Answer: Option A

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The Natya Shastra classifies all Indian classical performance under these three pillars.

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The 'Pung Cholom' or drum dance is an integral part of which classical dance tradition?

A. Chhau

B. Kathakali

C. Manipuri

D. Sattriya

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Pung Cholom is a vigorous drum dance where performers play the pung (drum) while dancing, often preceding the Ras Lila in Manipuri.

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The 'Gharana' system is a prominent feature in which classical dance?

A. Odissi

B. Mohiniyattam

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Kathak

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Kathak developed into distinct gharanas (Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras, Raigarh) each with stylistic variations.

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