Appreciating the Elegance of Manipuri

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Manipuri dance?

  1. Graceful and fluid movements

  2. Strong and powerful movements

  3. Sharp and angular movements

  4. Energetic and vigorous movements


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manipuri dance is known for its graceful and fluid movements, which are often compared to the flowing waters of the Brahmaputra River.

What is the traditional costume worn by Manipuri dancers?

  1. Saree

  2. Lehenga choli

  3. Mekhela chador

  4. Pani puri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The traditional costume worn by Manipuri dancers is the mekhela chador, which consists of a long skirt (mekhela) and a shawl (chador).

Which of the following is a popular Manipuri folk dance?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Raslila

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lai Haraoba is a popular Manipuri folk dance that is performed during the Lai Haraoba festival, which is celebrated to honor the local deities.

What is the name of the traditional Manipuri drum?

  1. Mridangam

  2. Tabla

  3. Dholak

  4. Pung


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The traditional Manipuri drum is called the pung, which is a cylindrical drum with a goatskin head.

Which of the following is a famous Manipuri classical dance?

  1. Kathak

  2. Odissi

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Raslila


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raslila is a famous Manipuri classical dance that depicts the love story of Radha and Krishna.

What is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Lai Haraoba festival?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Raslila

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lai Haraoba is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Lai Haraoba festival.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Manipuri music?

  1. Use of melismatic singing

  2. Use of polyphonic singing

  3. Use of drones

  4. Use of percussion instruments


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manipuri music is known for its use of melismatic singing, which involves the singing of a single syllable over multiple notes.

What is the name of the traditional Manipuri string instrument?

  1. Sitar

  2. Sarod

  3. Esraj

  4. Pena


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The traditional Manipuri string instrument is called the pena, which is a plucked string instrument with a gourd body.

Which of the following is a famous Manipuri folk song?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Raslila

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lai Haraoba is a famous Manipuri folk song that is sung during the Lai Haraoba festival.

What is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Raslila festival?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Raslila

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Raslila is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Raslila festival.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Manipuri dance costumes?

  1. Bright and colorful colors

  2. Simple and understated colors

  3. Dark and somber colors

  4. Monochromatic colors


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manipuri dance costumes are known for their bright and colorful colors, which are often inspired by the natural beauty of Manipur.

What is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Durga Puja festival?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Raslila

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lai Haraoba is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Durga Puja festival.

Which of the following is a famous Manipuri classical dance?

  1. Kathak

  2. Odissi

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Raslila


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raslila is a famous Manipuri classical dance that depicts the love story of Radha and Krishna.

What is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Holi festival?

  1. Lai Haraoba

  2. Raslila

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lai Haraoba is the name of the Manipuri dance that is performed during the Holi festival.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Manipuri dance music?

  1. Use of melismatic singing

  2. Use of polyphonic singing

  3. Use of drones

  4. Use of percussion instruments


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manipuri dance music is known for its use of melismatic singing, which involves the singing of a single syllable over multiple notes.

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