Abhinaya is a form of expressive dance that is not typically found in Bharatanatyam.

The primary purpose of a Bharatanatyam contest is to showcase the dancer's technical skill and artistry.

Costumes are not typically considered an essential element of a Bharatanatyam performance.

Alarippu is the opening section of a Bharatanatyam performance, which typically consists of a series of basic movements.

Nritta is not a type of Bharatanatyam dance, but rather a general term for pure dance.

Mangalam is the concluding section of a Bharatanatyam performance, which typically consists of a prayer or blessing.

War is not a common theme for a Bharatanatyam dance.

Carnatic music is the traditional musical accompaniment for Bharatanatyam.

Tabla is not a common instrument used in Bharatanatyam music.

Saree is the traditional dance costume worn by Bharatanatyam dancers.

Shirobheda mudra is not a common type of Bharatanatyam hand gesture.

Adavus is the traditional footwork technique used in Bharatanatyam.

Tala is not a common type of Bharatanatyam eye movement.

Shirobheda is the traditional head movement technique used in Bharatanatyam.

Chaturanga is not a common type of Bharatanatyam body movement.