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Kathak: The Enchanting Dance of India

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What is the origin of Kathak dance?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Punjab

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathak dance originated in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Kathak dance?

  1. Graceful movements

  2. Elaborate footwork

  3. Rapid spins

  4. Acrobatic stunts


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Acrobatic stunts are not a characteristic of Kathak dance.

What is the traditional attire worn by Kathak dancers?

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga choli

  3. Ghagra choli

  4. Salwar kameez


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kathak dancers traditionally wear a ghagra choli, which consists of a long skirt and a blouse.

Which musical instrument is primarily used to accompany Kathak dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarangi

  4. Harmonium


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The tabla is the primary musical instrument used to accompany Kathak dance.

Who is considered to be one of the greatest Kathak dancers of all time?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Lakshmi Shankar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pandit Birju Maharaj is widely regarded as one of the greatest Kathak dancers of all time.

What is the name of the traditional Kathak dance composition that tells a story through dance?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Katha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Katha is the traditional Kathak dance composition that tells a story through dance.

Which of the following is not a type of Kathak dance?

  1. Nritya

  2. Nritta

  3. Natya

  4. Abhinaya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Natya is not a type of Kathak dance.

What is the name of the rhythmic footwork in Kathak dance?

  1. Tatkar

  2. Chakradhar

  3. Toda

  4. Paran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tatkar is the name of the rhythmic footwork in Kathak dance.

Which of the following is not a mudra (hand gesture) used in Kathak dance?

  1. Ardhachandra

  2. Pataka

  3. Mayura

  4. Tribhanga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribhanga is not a mudra (hand gesture) used in Kathak dance.

What is the name of the traditional Kathak dance performed by male dancers?

  1. Bhavai

  2. Chhau

  3. Ghoomar

  4. Birha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhavai is the traditional Kathak dance performed by male dancers.

Which of the following is not a traditional Kathak dance festival?

  1. Jaipur Kathak Festival

  2. Khajuraho Dance Festival

  3. Konark Dance Festival

  4. Mamallapuram Dance Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mamallapuram Dance Festival is not a traditional Kathak dance festival.

What is the name of the Kathak dance style that originated in the state of Rajasthan?

  1. Jaipur Gharana

  2. Lucknow Gharana

  3. Benaras Gharana

  4. Raigarh Gharana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur Gharana is the Kathak dance style that originated in the state of Rajasthan.

Which of the following is not a contemporary Kathak dancer?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Astad Deboo

  3. Shubha Mudgal

  4. Aditi Mangaldas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Birju Maharaj is not a contemporary Kathak dancer.

What is the name of the Kathak dance style that originated in the state of Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Lucknow Gharana

  2. Benaras Gharana

  3. Raigarh Gharana

  4. Jaipur Gharana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lucknow Gharana is the Kathak dance style that originated in the state of Uttar Pradesh.

Which of the following is not a traditional Kathak dance costume?

  1. Ghagra choli

  2. Lehenga choli

  3. Saree

  4. Salwar kameez


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Salwar kameez is not a traditional Kathak dance costume.

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