Who among the following is a famous Kuchipudi dancer and Padma Shri awardee, known for her duo performances with her husband? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who among the following is a famous Kuchipudi dancer and Padma Shri awardee, known for her duo performances with her husband?
A. Yamini Krishnamurthy
B. Rukmini Devi Arundale
C. Shobha Naidu
D. Sonal Mansingh
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Shobha Naidu is a renowned Kuchipudi exponent, and her husband Raja Reddy is also a celebrated Kuchipudi guru; both have performed extensively together.

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Practice More Classical Dances of India Questions

Question #1
What is the primary function of the 'Kathi' (knife) makeup in Kathakali?
A. To represent a forest dweller
B. To represent arrogant or evil characters
C. To signify divine status
D. To indicate a female character

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
In Kathakali, Kathi vesham denotes characters who are powerful and arrogant, often villains.

Question #2
Which classical dance involves the 'Kathi' (knife) vesham character?
A. Mohiniyattam
B. Kuchipudi
C. Odissi
D. Kathakali

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Kathakali features the 'Kathi' vesham for representing powerful, negative, yet aristocratic characters.

Question #3
Which classical dance form was known as 'Dasi Attam'?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Kathak
C. Kuchipudi
D. Mohiniyattam

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Bharatanatyam was historically performed by the Devadasis, hence called Dasi Attam.