Who was the first female Kathak dancer to receive the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the first female Kathak dancer to receive the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award?

A. Shovana Narayan

B. Rohini Bhate

C. Sitara Devi

D. Damayanti Joshi

Answer: Option D

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Damayanti Joshi, a noted Kathak exponent, was among the early female recipients of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Kathak.

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The 'Abhinaya Darpana' is a key text for which dance form?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Sattriya

C. Kathakali

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Abhinaya Darpana by Nandikesvara serves as a foundational manual for Bharatanatyam, especially for hand gestures and expressions.

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Which dancer is famous for revitalizing the 'Gotipua' tradition which influenced Odissi?

A. Birju Maharaj

B. Padma Subrahmanyam

C. Bipin Singh

D. Kelucharan Mohapatra

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kelucharan Mohapatra was deeply influenced by the Gotipua (traditional boy dancers) tradition of Odisha, which he adapted into Odissi.

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Which dance form uses the 'Thali' (plate) as a prop?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Kathakali

C. Kuchipudi

D. Mohiniyattam

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Kuchipudi is distinct for its use of the plate (Thali) in the Tarangam dance sequence.

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