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Sattriya's Role in Cultural Diplomacy: A Soft Power Tool

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What is Sattriya?

  1. A classical dance form of Assam, India

  2. A martial art form of Assam, India

  3. A folk dance form of Assam, India

  4. A religious dance form of Assam, India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sattriya is a classical dance form of Assam, India, that originated in the 15th century.

Who is considered the founder of Sattriya?

  1. Shankardev

  2. Madhavdev

  3. Gopinath Bordoloi

  4. Bhupen Hazarika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shankardev is considered the founder of Sattriya.

What is the main theme of Sattriya?

  1. Devotional

  2. Romantic

  3. Historical

  4. Social


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main theme of Sattriya is devotional, with themes drawn from the life of Lord Krishna and other Hindu deities.

What are the main elements of Sattriya?

  1. Nritta, Nritya, and Natya

  2. Abhinaya, Rasa, and Bhava

  3. Tala, Laya, and Jati

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main elements of Sattriya include Nritta, Nritya, and Natya; Abhinaya, Rasa, and Bhava; and Tala, Laya, and Jati.

What is the role of Sattriya in cultural diplomacy?

  1. To promote understanding and appreciation of Indian culture

  2. To build bridges between India and other countries

  3. To foster goodwill and cooperation between India and other countries

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sattriya plays a role in cultural diplomacy by promoting understanding and appreciation of Indian culture, building bridges between India and other countries, and fostering goodwill and cooperation between India and other countries.

How has Sattriya been used as a soft power tool?

  1. Through performances in other countries

  2. Through workshops and masterclasses

  3. Through cultural exchanges

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sattriya has been used as a soft power tool through performances in other countries, workshops and masterclasses, and cultural exchanges.

What are some of the challenges facing Sattriya today?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Lack of awareness

  3. Lack of trained dancers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the challenges facing Sattriya today include lack of funding, lack of awareness, and lack of trained dancers.

What can be done to promote Sattriya and address the challenges it faces?

  1. Increase funding for Sattriya

  2. Raise awareness of Sattriya

  3. Train more Sattriya dancers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

To promote Sattriya and address the challenges it faces, we can increase funding for Sattriya, raise awareness of Sattriya, and train more Sattriya dancers.

What is the future of Sattriya?

  1. Bright

  2. Uncertain

  3. Bleak

  4. It depends


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future of Sattriya depends on a number of factors, including funding, awareness, and the number of trained dancers.

What can you do to support Sattriya?

  1. Attend Sattriya performances

  2. Donate to Sattriya organizations

  3. Learn more about Sattriya

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You can support Sattriya by attending Sattriya performances, donating to Sattriya organizations, and learning more about Sattriya.

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