Who among the following is a famous Manipuri dancer and recipient of the Padma Vibhushan? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who among the following is a famous Manipuri dancer and recipient of the Padma Vibhushan?

A. Sonal Mansingh

B. Yamini Krishnamurthy

C. Shovana Narayan

D. Darshana Jhaveri

Answer: Option D

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Darshana Jhaveri, one of the Jhaveri sisters, is a celebrated Manipuri dancer awarded the Padma Vibhushan.

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Which classical dance form uses a traditional orchestra called 'Panchavadyam'?

A. Kathakali

B. Odissi

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Manipuri

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Panchavadyam, an ensemble of five instruments, is an integral part of Kathakali and temple festivals in Kerala.

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Question #2

Yamini Krishnamurthy was an exponent of?

A. Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi

B. Kathak and Odissi

C. Mohiniyattam and Kathakali

D. Manipuri and Sattriya

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Yamini Krishnamurthy was a world-renowned Indian classical dancer in the styles of Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.

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Question #3

Which classical dance utilizes 'Natyadharmi' and 'Lokadharmi' styles?

A. Only Odissi

B. All classical dances

C. Only Kathak

D. Only Bharatanatyam

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Natyadharmi (stylized/theatrical) and Lokadharmi (realistic/folk-based) are two modes of performance described in the Natya Shastra, applicable to all.

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