PINNACLE STATIC GK
[DANCE]
Q.1. Sattriya
dance form is famous in which of these states?
(a) Assam
(b)
Himachal Pradesh
(c)
Punjab
(d) Tamil
Nadu
Sol.1.(a)
Assam. Sattriya dance originated in Sattra, a monastery, as a part of
the neo-Vaishnavite movement started by Srimanta Sankardev. Sattriya was given
the status of a classical dance in the year 2000 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi.
The dance styles of Sattriya are Paurashik Bhangi (male style) and Stri Bhangi
(female style). Folk dances of Assam: Bihu, Bagurumba, Deodhani, Bhortal dance.
Q.2. Which of
the following statements is true?
Statement I:
Indian techniques such as Rasa and Bhawa in classical dances
have their origins in Bharatmuni’s Natyashastra.
Statement
II: Bharatanatyam has its origin in Odisha.
(a) Only
Statement II is true.
(b) Both
Statement I and Statement II are true.
(c)
Neither Statement I nor Statement II is true.
(d) Only
Statement I is true.
Sol.2.(d) Bharatanatyam
is a classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu. The Indian classical
dances have two basic aspects - Tandava (movement and rhythm) and Lasya (grace,
bhava and rasa) and three main components - Natya (the dramatic element of the
dance); Nritta (the dance movements in their basic form); Nritya (expressional
component i.e. mudras or gestures).
Q.3. When was
Bharatanatyam banned by the British colonial government ?
(a) 1885
(b) 1910
(c) 1897
(d) 1927
Sol.3.(b)
1910. Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu): It traces its origins back to the
Natyashastra, an ancient treatise on theatre written by the mythic priest
Bharata. Features :- It encompasses Bhav, Rag, Ras and Taal. It consists of six
portions: Alarippu (Invocation), Jathiswaram (Nritta part), Shabdam (Short compositions with word), Varnam (a story,
that includes both Nritta and Nritya), Padam (Religious prayer, Bhajan,
Keerthanam) and Tillana (Origin in the Tarana of Hindustani Music).
Q.4. Which of
the following is a folk dance from the state of Maharashtra?
(a)
Ghoomar
(b)
Bhangra
(c) Garba
(d)
Dhangari Gaja
Sol.4.(d)
Dhangari Gaja. States and their folk dances: Maharashtra - Lavani, Powada
dance, Koli, Waghya Murali. Gujarat - Dandiya Raas, Tippani, Bhavai, Garba,
Daang. Rajasthan - Ghoomar, Bhavai, Kalbelia, Terah Taali. Punjab - Bhangra, Giddha,
Luddi, Julli.
Q.5. What is a
one act play of Sattriya called?
(a) Ekam
Nat
(b)
Vishesham Nat
(c) Anant
Nat
(d)
Ankiya Nat
Sol.5.(d)
Ankiya Nat: It is a form of Sattriya that involves musical drama or play.
It was initially written in Brajavali, an Assamese-Maithili hybrid language.
It's also known as 'Bhaona,' and it tells stories about Lord Krishna. The
Sattriya dance form was introduced in 15th century AD by Mahapurusha
Sankaradeva in the state of Assam.
Q.6. The
origin of most of the classical dance forms of India is _____.
(a) Yajur
Veda
(b) Arth
Shastra
(c)
Atharva Veda
(d) Natya
Shastra
Sol.6.(d)
Natya Shastra. Natya Shastra (Sanskrit text on dance art and music): Compiled
by Bharat Muni. The text consists of 36 chapters with a cumulative total of
6000 poetic verses describing performance arts.
Q.7. Bhutia
dance is performed in which of the following states?
(a)
Nagaland
(b)
Odisha
(c) West
Bengal
(d)
Sikkim
Sol.7.(d)
Sikkim. Other dances:
Sikkim - Singhi
Chham, Tamang Selo, Sherpa Dance, Ghantu, Gayley-Yang Dance, Sangey Chham Dance
and Chu Faat.
West
Bengal - Purulia Chhau, Baul, and Gambhira.
Odisha -
Gotipua Dance, Dhap, and Paika.
Nagaland - Modse,
Agurshikukula, Aaluyattu, Sadal Kekai, and Changai Dance.
Q.8. Which
dance form of Goa is also known as the ‘Warrior Dance’?
(a)
Lavani
(b) Ghode
Modni
(c) Bihu
(d) Rauf
Sol.8.(b)
Ghode Modni - It is a dance commemorating the Maratha rulers and warriors of
the past. Other dances of Goa : Tarangamel, Dekhni, Fugdi, Shigmo, Samayi nrutya,
Ranmale, Gonph, Tonnya mell.
Q.9. Which of
the following dances is based on Rasleela themes of Radha and Krishna?
(a)
Mohiniyattam
(b)
Kathak
(c)
Sattriya dance
(d)
Manipuri dance
Sol.9.(d)
Manipuri dance. Classical dances of India : Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu),
Manipuri (Manipur), Kathak (Northern India), Odissi (Odisha), Kathakali
(Kerala), Mohiniattam (Kerala), Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh), Sattriya (Assam).
Q.10. Sattriya
was recognised in______ as a Classical Dance by Sangeet Natak Akademi.
(a) 2005
(b) 2000
(c) 2020
(d) 2010
Sol.10.(b)
2000. The primary accompanying instruments for this dance genre
include the khol (drum), manjira (cymbals), and flute. Songs: Shankaradeva's
'Borgeets.'
Q.11. In 2010,
considering its outstanding value and vulnerability, UNESCO recognised
'Mudiyettu', an age-old ritual drama of _____ as an 'intangible cultural
heritage of humanity'.
(a)
Kerala
(b)
Telangana
(c)
Karnataka
(d) Tamil
Nadu
Sol.11.(a)
Kerala. Mudiyettu - A ritual dance drama based on the mythological tale
of a battle between the Goddess Kali and the demon Darika.
Q.12. Thullal
dance originated in which of the following states ?
(a)
Kerala
(b)
Uttarakhand
(c)
Manipur
(d)
Gujrat
Sol.12.(a)
Kerala. There are three versions of this art form Seethankan Thullal,
Parayan Thullal and Ottan Thullal.
Other
dances : Kerala - Theyyam, Thirvathirakali, Kolkali.
Uttarakhand
- Choliya, Pandav Nritya, Bhotia Dance, Jhora Dance.
Manipur -
Lai Haraoba, Kabui Dance, Luivat Pheizak Dance.
Q.13. Which of
the following dance forms traces its origins to the ancient dance Sadir Attam ?
(a)
Mohiniyattam
(b)
Bharatanatyam
(c)
Kuchipudi
(d)
Kathakali
Sol.13.(b)
Bharatanatyam - It is a classical dance of Tamil Nadu. It is known as Sadir
Attam, because it can be traced back to 'Sadir' which was a solo dance. Sadir
was performed by temple dancers or 'devadasis' in Tamil Nadu, hence named
'Dashiattam’.
Q.14. Maimata
is a popular folk dance of which of the following states ?
(a)
Punjab
(b)
Tripura
(c)
Haryana
(d) Uttarakhand
Sol.14.(b)
Tripura. Mamita dance is a traditional dance associated with the Kaloi
community of Tripura and is performed during the harvest festival. Other folk
dances of Tripura: Garia, Lebang Boomani, Hozagiri, Bizu, Hai-Hak,
Cheraw,
Jhum. Punjab - Bhangra, Giddha, Jhumar, Gatka. Haryana - Phag, Saang, Chhathi,
Khoria, Gugga.
Q.15. Bharatanatyam
is traditionally performed to which type of music ?
(a)
Lavani
(b) Baul
(c)
Hindustani
(d)
Carnatic
Sol.15.(d)
Carnatic is a form of Indian classical music which originated in
Southern
India. Dances and the type of music :
Kathak -
Hindustani Music,
Mohiniattam
- Carnatic,
Odissi –
Odissi music, Kuchipudi - Vocal and instrumental Carnatic music, Sattriya - borgeet,
Kathakali - Sopana sangeet, Manipuri - Classical nat music.
Q.16. With
which of the following dance forms is Thumri music associated?
(a)
Kathak
(b)
Kathakali
(c)
Bharatanatyam
(d)
Sattriya
Sol.16.(a)
Kathak: It is a classical dance form of Uttar Pradesh. Thumri: It is a common
genre of semi-classical Indian music originating in the eastern part of Uttar
Pradesh. Kathakali (Kerala): It is a combination of 5 forms of fine art which are
Literature (Sahithyam), Music (Sangeetham), Painting (Chithram), Acting
(Natyam) and Dance (Nritham).
Q.17. The
masculine aspect of the Manipuri classical dance is known as:
(a)
Choloms
(b)
Pareng
(c) Maiba
(d) Ras
Sol.17.(a)
Choloms. The Kirtan form of congregational singing accompanies the dance
which is known as Sankirtana in Manipur. The male dancers play the Pung and
Kartal while dancing. The masculine aspect of dance the Choloms are a part of
the Sankirtana tradition.
Q.18. Lavani is
a traditional dance of which of the following states?
(a)
Maharashtra
(b)
Madhya Pradesh
(c)
Himachal Pradesh
(d) Uttar
Pradesh
Sol.18.(a)
Maharashtra. Folk Dances of Different states: Madhya Pradesh - Jawara,
Matki, Aada, Khada Nach,
Phulpati,
Grida Dance, Selalarki, Selabhadoni, Maanch. Himachal Pradesh - Jhora, Jhali,
Chharhi, Dhaman, Chhapeli, Mahasu, Nati, Dangi. Uttar Pradesh -
Nautanki,
Raslila, Kajri, Jhora, Chappeli, Jaita.
Q.19. Which of
the dance was immediately preceded by a practice session called sevakali and
undertaken in the precincts of a temple ?
(a)
Kathakali
(b)
Kathak
(c)
Odissi
(d)
Kuchipudi
Sol.19.(a)
Kathakali (dance of Kerala).
Q.20. Which of
the abhinayas deals with the use of costumes, jewellery, facial make-up etc?
(a)
Vachika Abhinaya
(b)
Aharya Abhinaya
(c)
Sattvika Abhinaya
(d)
Angika Abhinaya
Sol.20.(b)
Aharya Abhinaya. A dancer wears a readymade stitched costume. The lower garment
is dhoti and the upper garment is a choli with a davani. The traditional
jewellery used is the head ornaments known as “tal saman”, the sun and moon
diadems. Vachika Abhinaya: It constitutes the Kavyas
(poems) and natakas (dramas) which are made up of speech. Saatwikam
Abhinayam: It is performed with the sattvika emotions by those who can
represent them proficiently. Aangika Abhinaya : It is expressed
by the bodily movements where the body becomes the sole medium of expression.
Q.21. The
cultural heritage of Siddhis from ______ dates back to almost 300 years and
their Siddhi Dhamal dance is an exquisite art form.
(a) Uttar
Pradesh
(b)
Gujarat
(c)
Madhya Pradesh
(d)
Rajasthan
Sol.21.(b)
Gujarat. Siddhis - They are descendants of East African people who came to India
as slaves during the 14th and 17th century AD. Dhamal is one such dance
form that reflects the Siddis’ passion for hunting. In the old days, also known
as Mashira Nritya, this dance was performed by Siddis after returning from a
successful hunting expedition.
Q.22. ______
has two traditions: one is the sankeertana (which is the devotional aspect) and
the other is the raasa.
(a)
Odissi
(b)
Sattriya
(c)
Manipuri dance
(d) Chhau
Sol.22.(c)
Manipuri dance. Sankirtana at the temple involves performers narrating
Krishna's
life and deeds through song and dance.
Q.23. Which
dance form is associated with Natwari Dance?
(a)
Kathak
(b)
Kuchipudi
(c)
Odissi
(d)
Kathakali
Sol.23.(a)
Kathak is famous for its spectacular footwork, amazing spins, Nazakat
and Padhant. Natwari Nritya is also known as the dance of Krishna.
Q.24.
________ literally means 'dance of the enchantress'. It is one of the
most striking in the Indian classical dance repertoire.
(a)
Kuchipudi
(b)
Mohiniyattam
(c)
Kathakali
(d)
Bharatanatyam
Sol.24.(b)
Mohiniyattam (Kerala ) – Also known as the dance of
Mohini (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu).
Performance:
Solo recital by women; The Lasya aspect of dance is dominant and Inculcates
elements of Bharatanatyam and Kathakali.
Q.25. Dandari
(Dancing) troupes perform _______ during the festival of Diwali for a fortnight
with participation from Kolam and Raj Gond tribes.
(a) Chhau
(b) Baiga
Pardhoni
(c)
Ghusadi
(d) Rout
Nacha
Sol.25.(c)
Ghusadi (in the Adilabad district of Telangana). Baiga Pardhoni (Madhya
Pradesh) dance is performed by the Baiga tribals. Raut Nacha (Chhattisgarh) is
mainly performed by Yaduvanshis.
Q.26. Paika
dance of Jharkhand is usually performed by ________tribe to welcome special
honoured guests or during religious processions (shobha yatra).
(a)
Santhal
(b) Munda
(c) Oraon
(d)
Bhumij
Sol.26.(b)
Munda - One of the aboriginal people found in the Chota Nagpur region
of eastern India.
They are
a Proto -Australoid Tribe. Their Language is Mundari which belongs to
Astro-Asiatic Family.
Paika
Dance - It symbolizes battle-art. Dances of Jharkhand: Phagua Nach, Munda
Dance, Sohrai Dance, Sarhul Dance, Jamda dance.
Q.27. Gaur
Maria, a dance form from ________ state, is a famous art form of joy and
invocation. It is a group dance and both men and women participate enthusiastically
in this dance.
(a) Maharashtra
(b)
Rajasthan
(c)
Gujarat
(d)
Chhattisgarh
Sol.27.(d) Chhattisgarh.
Gaur Maria
Dance: It is
performed on the occasion of marriage by the Gaur Madiya of Abujhmad plateau of
Bastar in
Chhattisgarh
and is called Gaur after the bison. Other dances of Chattisgarh: Pandavani,
Raut Nacha, Panthi and Soowa.
Q.28. Lebang
Boomani dance is the harvest dance of ________ .
(a)
Mizoram
(b)
Tripura
(c) Assam
(d)
Meghalaya
Sol.28.(b)
Tripura. Folk dance of Tripura and its related Community : Hozagiri
dance - Reang community.
Garia,
Jhum, Maimita, Masak Sumani and Lebang Boomani - Tripuri community.
Mamita'
is a popular dance of the Kaloi community of Tripura.
Q.29. Mahari
Dance and Gotipua Dance belong to which of the following states ? SSC MTS 2023
(a)
Odisha
(b)
Haryana
(c) Uttar
Pradesh
(d) Bihar
Sol.29.(a)
Odisha. Mahari Dance – A ritualistic dance form from the eastern Indian
state of Odisha that used to be performed at the temple of Lord Jagannatha at
Puri by devadasi dancers called Maharis. Gotipua Dance - Performed in Orissa
for centuries by young boys, who dress as women to praise Jagannath and
Krishna.
Q.30. The Songi
Mukhawate dance of _______ celebrates the victory of truth over falsehood. The
name of the dance is derived from the two lion masks worn by two dancers who
represent Narasimha, an aspect of Lord Vishnu.
(a)
Madhya Pradesh
(b)
Jharkhand
(c)
Maharashtra
(d)
Gujarat
Sol.30.(c)
Maharashtra.
Q.31. Chhau,
identified by the Ministry of Culture as a classical dance, is prevalent in
eastern India and has three distinct forms. Which of the following is NOT one of
them ?
(a)
Seraikela Chhau of Jharkhand
(b)
Marwahi Chhau of Chhattisgarh
(c)
Purulia Chhau of West Bengal
(d)
Mayurbhanj Chhau of Odisha
Sol.31.(b)
Marwahi Chhau of Chattisgarh. Chhau dance has a significant
role in the celebration of the spring festival
Chaitra parva. It is performed by male dancers from families
of traditional artists, or those trained
under Gurus or Ustads (masters).
It enacts
episodes from the epics including Ramayana, the Mahabharata and abstract
themes. Famous Chhau dancers : Upendra Biswal, and Rajendra Pattanayak.
Q.32. Rikham
pada dance belongs to which of the following states ?
(a)
Meghalaya
(b) Assam
(c)
Mizoram
(d)
Arunachal Pradesh
Sol.32.(d)
Arunachal Pradesh. Rikham Pada Dance : Performed by the women of the Nishi tribe
only to express their love for their husbands and to offer their reverence to
the gods. Other Dances of Arunachal Pradesh : Bhuiya dance, Chalo dance, Wancho
dance, Pasi Kongki, Ponung dance and Popir dance.
Q.33.
________ word of Indian dance is derived from a Sanskrit word and
literally means 'taking towards'.
(a)
Nritta
(b)
Laasya
(c)
Taandava
(d)
Abhinaya
Sol.33.(d)
Abhinaya (Facial expressions) : It tells
a tale to the audience using mudras, bhavas, eye motions,
and body movements. Enacts a traditional story about the
deeds of a specific God/Goddess.
Q.34. Which
form of Indian dance is said to be 'soft and suitable for female presentation'?
(a)
Nritta
(b)
Taandava
(c)
Laasya
(d)
Nritya
Sol.34.(c)
Laasya. The Indian classical dances have two basic aspects: Tandava (movement
and rhythm) and Lasya (grace, bhava and rasa). Natya (the dramatic element of
the dance i.e. the imitation of characters). Nritta (the dance movements in
their basic form). Nritya (expressional component i.e. mudras or gestures). The
nine rasas are - Shringaara, Haasya, Karuna, Rudra, Veera, Bhayaanaka,
Bheebhatsya, Adbhutha and Shaantha.
Q.35. The
Rathwas, who dwell in the state of ________, perform the Rathwa dance on the
occasion of Holi (festival of colours).
(a) Andhra
Pradesh
(b)
Telangana
(c)
Maharashtra
(d)
Gujarat
Sol.35.(d)
Gujarat. Rathwas - Tribe of Gujarat dwell in Rath-Vistar, the hilly area
of the southeastern part of the state.
Rathwa
dance - The dance is performed for five days as part of Holi celebrations and
the dancers observe a fast during this period. The male dancers are called gherriyas
while the female dancers are called gheranis.
Q.36. The word
'kathak' is derived from which of the following words?
(a) Story
(b)
Narrator
(c) Dance
steps
(d) Bells
Sol.36.(a)
Story. Classical DancesEtymology: Bharatanatyam - Natyam is a Sanskrit
word for dance. Kathakali – katha (story or a conversation) and Kali (performance
or play). Mohiniyattam - Mohini (female avatar of Vishnu) and Aattam (motion or
dance).
Q.37. In the
performance of ______ dance, on one side raasa dances are performed by women,
whereas on the opposite side instrumentalist play the pung choloms (drums) and
the karataala (cymbals).
(a)
Kathakali
(b)
Yakshagana
(c) Odissi
(d)
Manipuri
Sol.37.(d)
Manipuri. There are two prominent manners or Choloms in Manipuri dance:
Pung Cholom (roar of the drums) borrows elements from the Manipuri martial arts
Thang Ta, Sarit Sarak and Maibi Jagoi dance. Kartal Cholom - This is a group
dance, where dancers form a circle. Women dance in groups, called Mandilla
Cholom.
Q.38. The
technique of classical dancing was codified by_______ in about the 5th
century B.C.
(a)
Sudraka
(b)
Bharata
(c)
Chanakya
(d)
Kalhana
Sol.38.(b)
Bharata. Bharata’s Natyashastra, is a detailed treatise and handbook on
dramatic art that deals with all aspects of classical Sanskrit theatre. Sudraka
- ‘Mrcchakatika’. Chanakya - ‘Arthashastra’. Kalhana - ‘Rajatarangini’.
Q.39. The
Lambadi dance is a folk dance form of the_______tribe and originated in Andhra
Pradesh.
(a)
Sugali
(b)
Banjara
(c)
Nakkala
(d) Dabba
Yerukula
Sol.39.(b)
Banjara - A nomadic tribe of India. The community was denotified in the
1950s but was listed under the Habitual Offenders Act, 1952. Other names of
Banjara : Lambani in Karnataka and Gwar or Gwaraiya in Rajasthan. Language of
Banjara : ‘Gorboli’ ‘Gor mati Boli’ or ‘Brinjari’, an independent dialect. The
dialect falls in the category of Indo-Aryan Language. Another Tribal dance of
Andhra Pradesh - ‘Dhimsa’ (Performed by the Porja tribes).
Q.40. The Balti
dance of ____ is distinct as it has its own costume, music and songs in the
Balti language. The dance is only performed on rare occasions, such as feasts
or celebrations.
(a) Uttarakhand
(b)
Ladakh
(c)
Kashmir
(d)
Himachal Pradesh
Sol.40.(b)
Ladakh. Other dances : Kathok Chenmo, Kompa Tsum-Tsag, Koshan, Shondol,
Takshon or Shon. Uttarakhand: Bhotiya, Pandav Nritya, Chholiya, Jhumela, Jagar.
Kashmir: Kud, Dumhal, Rouf, Bhand Pather, Bachha Nagma.
Q.41. The
fundamental vocabulary of ____________dance constitutes mock combat techniques,
stylised gaits of birds and animals and movements modelled on the chores of
village housewives and mostly performed by male dancers in Eastern India.
(a)
Manipuri
(b)
Kathakali
(c) Chhau
(d)
Sattariya
Sol.41.(c)
Chhau : A semi-classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions.
It enacts episodes from epics including the Mahabharata and Ramayana, local
folklore and abstract themes. Origin - Kalinga (Odisha), India.
Forms -
Seraikella (Jharkhand), Purulia (West Bengal), Mayurbhanj (Orissa).
Q.42. Mundari
dance is associated with the tribal community of which Indian state?
(a)
Mizoram
(b)
Karnataka
(c)
Arunachal Pradesh
(d)
Jharkhand
Sol.42.(d)
Jharkhand. Mundari dance - Community - Munda Tribe. Time – During Harvest
Season accompanied by musical Instrument Madal, Nagara and Bansi.
Other
Tribal Dances: Santhali Dance - Santhal (West Bengal, Jharkhand).
Bamboo
Dance - Mizoram.
Kalbelia Dance
- Kalbelia Community (Rajasthan).
Bhagoria
Dance - Bhils (Madhya Pradesh). Dhimsa Dance - Porja Tribe (Andhra Pradesh).
Q.43. Which of
the following dance forms is performed by the Adi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh?
(a) Tapu
(b) Karma
(c)
Sangphao
(d)
Kaksar
Sol.43.(a)
Tapu. Indian folk and tribal dances :
Arunachal
Pradesh - Buiya, Chalo, Wancho, Pasi Kongki Ponung, Popir, Bardo Chham,
etc .
Assam - Bihu, Bichhua,
Bagurumba, Khel Gopal, Tabal Chongli, Jhumura Hobjanai etc.
Nagaland - Chong,
Nuralim, Temangnetin, Rangma, Zeliang, etc.
Mizoram – Cheraw Dance
(Bamboo dance), Khuallam, Chailam, Zangtalam, Khanatm, etc.
Manipur - Thang Ta,
Lai Haraoba, Pung Cholom, Nupa Dance, etc.
Tripura –Hojagiri.
Meghalaya - Laho,
Shad Suk, Mynsiem, Nongkrem.
Q.44. Chali,
Jhumura and Nadu Bhangi are associated with which Indian classical dance form?
(a)
Kathakali
(b)
Sattriya
(c)
Manipuri
(d)
Kuchipudi
Sol.44.(b)
Sattriya (Assam): Gayan -Bhayanar Nach, Kharmanar Nach are also
associated with Sattriya dance.
There
were two dance forms prevalent in Assam before the neo-Vaishnava movement i.e
Ojapali and Devadasi with many classical elements. Two varieties of Ojapali
dances are still prevalent in Assam i.e. Sukananni or Maroi Goa Ojah and Vyah
Goa Ojah. Sukananti Ojapali is of Shakti cult and Vyah Goa Oja paali is of
Vaishnava cult .
Q.45. Dhimsa
folk dance is performed by the tribes of :
(a) Solan
Valley
(b) Araku
Valley
(c) Ketti
Valley
(d)
Parvati Valley
Sol.45.(b)
Araku Valley. Folk dances (Andhra Pradesh): Gobbi, Dandaria, Veeranatyam,
Butta bommalu, Bonalu, Dappu, Dhamal, Mathuri and Bathukamma.
Tribal (Adivasi) Dances of India :
Santhali Dance - West Bengal, Jharkhand. It is practiced by Santhal tribes.
Bamboo Dance - Mizoram.
Kalbelia
Dance - Rajasthan. Elelakkaradi
Dance -
Kerala. Bhagoria Dance – Madhya Pradesh. Chhau Dance - West Bengal, Jharkhand
and Odisha.
Shad Suk Mynsiem
- Meghalaya.
Q.46. Which of
the following is a traditional dance form of Sri Lanka?
(a) Bihu
(b)
Kathak
(c) Kandyan
dance
(d)
Bharatanatyam
Sol.46.(c)
Kandyan Dance (Developed during the Kandyan kings' reign) - It is an ancient
dance style narrating stories from the Indian epic Ramayana. Other Dances of
Sri Lanka: PahathaRata Netum, Sabaragamuwa.
Q.47. Which of
the following classical dance forms is associated with Hindustani Classical
Music?
(a)
Kathak
(b)
Sattriya
(c)
Mohiniyattam
(d)
Kathakali
Sol.47.(a)
Kathak ( Uttar Pradesh). Indian Classical Music has 2 Schools - Hindustani
Music (mainly in North India) and Carnatic music (mainly in Southern India).
Q.48. The
traditional singing of 'Nat' is associated with _________Dance.
(a)
Kathak
(b)
Manipuri
(c)
Odissi
(d) Chhau
Sol.48.(b)
Manipuri. Nat is the Manipuri classical style of singing, Pung or the Manipuri
classical drum is the musical instrument used. Exponents - Guru Bipin Singh
(father of Manipuri dance), Darshana Jhaveri.
Manipuri
Dance Styles - Raas, Nata-Sankirtan, Pung Cholam (Dancers play the pung or
drum while dancing), Dhola Cholam, Kartal Cholam, Thang ta (martial art form).
Q.49. The
‘Karma’ tribal dance form is associated with which of the following states?
(a)
Chhattisgarh
(b) Goa
(c)
Kerala
(d)
Karnataka
Sol.49.(a)
Chhattisgarh . Karma dance is performed during the autumnal festival of
Karma Puja. The tribal group presents this folk dance in front of the Karam
tree that symbolizes the KaramDevta. Other folk dances from: Chhattisgarh –
Raut Nacha, Panthi, Pandavani, Saila, Suwa, Gendi, Cherchera.
Q.50. Laho is
the dance form of which state?
(a) Manipur
(b)
Sikkim
(c)
Meghalaya
(d)
Kerala
Sol.50.(c)
Meghalaya. Laho Dance : Performed during the Behdienkhlam festival
by the Jaintia tribe. Other dances of Meghalaya
: Nоngkrem, Shad Suk Mynsiem, Wangala and Dоrsegata.
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