Classical Indian Theatre

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Which of the following is not a classical Indian theatre form?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kutiyattam

  4. Yakshagana


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form, not a theatre form.

The Natyashastra, a treatise on classical Indian theatre, was written by which ancient sage?

  1. Bharata Muni

  2. Kalidasa

  3. Bhavabhuti

  4. Shudraka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharata Muni is credited with authoring the Natyashastra, a comprehensive work on classical Indian theatre.

The four main types of classical Indian theatre are:

  1. Nataka, Prakarana, Bhana, Vyayoga

  2. Nataka, Prakarana, Dima, Vyayoga

  3. Nataka, Prakarana, Anka, Vyayoga

  4. Nataka, Prakarana, Uparupaka, Vyayoga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four main types of classical Indian theatre are Nataka, Prakarana, Bhana, and Vyayoga.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of classical Indian theatre?

  1. Elaborate costumes and makeup

  2. Use of masks

  3. Minimalistic stage design

  4. Audience participation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elaborate costumes and makeup are a characteristic feature of classical Indian theatre.

The traditional Indian theatre stage is known as:

  1. Rangmanch

  2. Natya Mandir

  3. Rangasthala

  4. Proscenium


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rangasthala is the traditional Indian theatre stage.

Which of the following is a famous classical Indian theatre play?

  1. Abhijnanashakuntalam

  2. Mrichchakatika

  3. Uttararamacharita

  4. Malavikagnimitra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam is a famous classical Indian theatre play written by Kalidasa.

The main purpose of classical Indian theatre is to:

  1. Entertain the audience

  2. Educate the audience

  3. Promote social and moral values

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Classical Indian theatre aims to entertain, educate, and promote social and moral values.

Which of the following is a famous classical Indian theatre actor?

  1. Bal Gandharva

  2. Dinanath Mangeshkar

  3. Vilayat Khan

  4. Bismillah Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bal Gandharva was a famous classical Indian theatre actor.

The classical Indian theatre form known for its elaborate makeup and costumes is:

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathakali is known for its elaborate makeup and costumes.

Which of the following is a famous classical Indian theatre director?

  1. Ebrahim Alkazi

  2. B.V. Karanth

  3. Habib Tanvir

  4. Ratan Thiyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ebrahim Alkazi was a famous classical Indian theatre director.

The classical Indian theatre form known for its use of masks is:

  1. Kutiyattam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Yakshagana

  4. Bhavai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kutiyattam is known for its use of masks.

Which of the following is a famous classical Indian theatre festival?

  1. Bharat Rang Mahotsav

  2. Khajuraho Dance Festival

  3. Konark Dance Festival

  4. Mamallapuram Dance Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharat Rang Mahotsav is a famous classical Indian theatre festival.

The classical Indian theatre form known for its use of shadow puppets is:

  1. Tholpavakoothu

  2. Kathakali

  3. Yakshagana

  4. Bhavai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tholpavakoothu is known for its use of shadow puppets.

Which of the following is a famous classical Indian theatre institution?

  1. National School of Drama

  2. Sangeet Natak Akademi

  3. Indian Council for Cultural Relations

  4. Central Sangeet Natak Akademi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

National School of Drama is a famous classical Indian theatre institution.

The classical Indian theatre form known for its use of stylized hand gestures and facial expressions is:

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathakali is known for its use of stylized hand gestures and facial expressions.

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