0

Classical Dance Forms of India: A Journey Through History and Culture

Description: Classical Dance Forms of India: A Journey Through History and Culture
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: indian arts classical dance forms history culture
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which of the following is considered the oldest classical dance form in India?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is believed to be the oldest classical dance form in India, with its roots dating back to the Natya Shastra, an ancient Sanskrit text on performing arts.

The term 'Kathak' is derived from which Sanskrit word?

  1. Katha

  2. Kathaka

  3. Kathakali

  4. Kathakar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'Kathak' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Katha,' which means 'story' or 'narrative.'

Kuchipudi is a classical dance form that originated in which state of India?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Kerala

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is a classical dance form that originated in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India.

Which classical dance form is known for its intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kathak is known for its intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns, which are often accompanied by the tabla, a percussion instrument.

Odissi is a classical dance form that originated in which state of India?

  1. Odisha

  2. West Bengal

  3. Bihar

  4. Jharkhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odissi is a classical dance form that originated in the state of Odisha, India.

Which classical dance form is characterized by its graceful movements and expressive hand gestures?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is characterized by its graceful movements and expressive hand gestures, which are used to convey a wide range of emotions and stories.

Kathakali is a classical dance form that originated in which state of India?

  1. Kerala

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathakali is a classical dance form that originated in the state of Kerala, India.

Which classical dance form is known for its elaborate costumes and elaborate makeup?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Kathakali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kathakali is known for its elaborate costumes and elaborate makeup, which are used to create a visually stunning performance.

Which classical dance form is known for its energetic and dynamic movements?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is known for its energetic and dynamic movements, which are often accompanied by vigorous footwork and rhythmic patterns.

Which classical dance form is known for its lyrical and fluid movements?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Odissi is known for its lyrical and fluid movements, which are often accompanied by graceful hand gestures and expressive facial expressions.

Which of the following is not a classical dance form of India?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Salsa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Salsa is a Latin dance form that originated in Cuba, and is not a classical dance form of India.

Which classical dance form is known for its use of mudras, or hand gestures?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is known for its use of mudras, or hand gestures, which are used to convey a wide range of emotions and stories.

Which classical dance form is known for its use of intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kathak is known for its use of intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns, which are often accompanied by the tabla, a percussion instrument.

Which classical dance form is known for its use of elaborate costumes and elaborate makeup?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Kathakali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kathakali is known for its use of elaborate costumes and elaborate makeup, which are used to create a visually stunning performance.

Which classical dance form is known for its use of lyrical and fluid movements?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Odissi is known for its use of lyrical and fluid movements, which are often accompanied by graceful hand gestures and expressive facial expressions.

- Hide questions