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Kathak: Exploring the Different Gharanas

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Which of the following is not a major Gharana of Kathak?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Lucknow

  3. Banaras

  4. Agra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agra is not a major Gharana of Kathak. The three major Gharanas are Jaipur, Lucknow, and Banaras.

Which Gharana is known for its intricate footwork and fast-paced rhythmic patterns?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Lucknow

  3. Banaras


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jaipur Gharana is known for its intricate footwork and fast-paced rhythmic patterns.

Which Gharana is known for its graceful movements and expressive storytelling?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Lucknow

  3. Banaras


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Lucknow Gharana is known for its graceful movements and expressive storytelling.

Which Gharana is known for its emphasis on pure dance and technical virtuosity?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Lucknow

  3. Banaras


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Banaras Gharana is known for its emphasis on pure dance and technical virtuosity.

Which Kathak dancer is known as the "Kathak Queen"?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sitara Devi is known as the "Kathak Queen".

Which Kathak dancer is known for his innovative choreography and contemporary interpretations of Kathak?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Birju Maharaj is known for his innovative choreography and contemporary interpretations of Kathak.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his mastery of the Tabla and his ability to accompany Kathak dancers?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pandit Birju Maharaj is known for his mastery of the Tabla and his ability to accompany Kathak dancers.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his dynamic and energetic performances and his ability to connect with the audience?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gopi Krishna is known for his dynamic and energetic performances and his ability to connect with the audience.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his scholarship and his contributions to the preservation and documentation of Kathak?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pandit Birju Maharaj is known for his scholarship and his contributions to the preservation and documentation of Kathak.

Which Kathak dancer is known for her graceful and elegant movements and her ability to express emotions through her dance?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sitara Devi is known for her graceful and elegant movements and her ability to express emotions through her dance.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his innovative use of multimedia and technology in his performances?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gopi Krishna is known for his innovative use of multimedia and technology in his performances.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his work in promoting Kathak internationally and for his collaborations with artists from other disciplines?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pandit Birju Maharaj is known for his work in promoting Kathak internationally and for his collaborations with artists from other disciplines.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his work in preserving and promoting the traditional Kathak repertoire?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Birju Maharaj is known for his work in preserving and promoting the traditional Kathak repertoire.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his work in creating new Kathak compositions and for his innovative approach to choreography?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gopi Krishna is known for his work in creating new Kathak compositions and for his innovative approach to choreography.

Which Kathak dancer is known for his work in promoting Kathak education and for his contributions to the development of Kathak pedagogy?

  1. Birju Maharaj

  2. Pandit Birju Maharaj

  3. Sitara Devi

  4. Gopi Krishna


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pandit Birju Maharaj is known for his work in promoting Kathak education and for his contributions to the development of Kathak pedagogy.

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