Indian Theatre Museums

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Which of the following is the first theatre museum in India?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi was established in 1964 and is the first theatre museum in India.

Which museum houses a collection of over 10,000 theatre artifacts, including costumes, props, and stage designs?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi houses a collection of over 10,000 theatre artifacts, including costumes, props, and stage designs.

Which theatre museum is dedicated to the life and work of the legendary playwright and actor, Rabindranath Tagore?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Rabindra Bhavan Museum in Kolkata is dedicated to the life and work of the legendary playwright and actor, Rabindranath Tagore.

Which museum showcases the history and development of Indian theatre from ancient times to the present day?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi showcases the history and development of Indian theatre from ancient times to the present day.

Which theatre museum organizes regular workshops, seminars, and exhibitions related to theatre and performing arts?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi organizes regular workshops, seminars, and exhibitions related to theatre and performing arts.

Which museum houses a collection of rare and valuable books, manuscripts, and documents related to Indian theatre?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum in Lucknow houses a collection of rare and valuable books, manuscripts, and documents related to Indian theatre.

Which theatre museum is known for its collection of traditional Indian musical instruments?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rangayana Theatre Museum in Mysore is known for its collection of traditional Indian musical instruments.

Which theatre museum hosts an annual international theatre festival?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rangayana Theatre Museum in Mysore hosts an annual international theatre festival.

Which museum has a section dedicated to the history of Indian puppetry?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi has a section dedicated to the history of Indian puppetry.

Which theatre museum is located in the premises of the National School of Drama?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi is located in the premises of the National School of Drama.

Which theatre museum was established in 1981?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rangayana Theatre Museum in Mysore was established in 1981.

Which theatre museum is dedicated to the life and work of the legendary playwright, Bharatendu Harishchandra?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum in Lucknow is dedicated to the life and work of the legendary playwright, Bharatendu Harishchandra.

Which theatre museum organizes regular educational programs for students and researchers?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi organizes regular educational programs for students and researchers.

Which theatre museum has a collection of over 5,000 photographs related to Indian theatre?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National School of Drama Theatre Museum in New Delhi has a collection of over 5,000 photographs related to Indian theatre.

Which theatre museum is located in the city of Mysore?

  1. National School of Drama Theatre Museum, New Delhi

  2. Rangayana Theatre Museum, Mysore

  3. Bharatendu Natya Academy Museum, Lucknow

  4. Rabindra Bhavan Museum, Kolkata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rangayana Theatre Museum is located in the city of Mysore.

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