Indian Theatre and Drama

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

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Yakshagana

  4. Nautanki


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form from Tamil Nadu, while Kathakali, Yakshagana, and Nautanki are traditional forms of Indian theatre.

Who is considered the father of modern Indian theatre?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Girish Karnad

  3. Badal Sircar

  4. Vijay Tendulkar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore is widely regarded as the father of modern Indian theatre for his contributions to the development of Bengali theatre and his innovative use of theatrical techniques.

Which of the following is not a major genre of Indian drama?

  1. Tragedy

  2. Comedy

  3. Historical

  4. Devotional


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tragedy, comedy, and devotional are major genres of Indian drama, while historical is not a distinct genre in Indian theatre.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre stage?

  1. Rangmanch

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Rangasthala

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rangmanch is the traditional Indian theatre stage, which is typically an open-air platform with a raised platform for the actors.

Which of the following is not a famous Indian theatre festival?

  1. Bharat Rang Mahotsav

  2. National School of Drama Festival

  3. Prithvi Theatre Festival

  4. Khajuraho Dance Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bharat Rang Mahotsav, National School of Drama Festival, and Prithvi Theatre Festival are famous Indian theatre festivals, while Khajuraho Dance Festival is a dance festival.

Who is considered the greatest playwright of Sanskrit drama?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhavabhuti

  3. Shudraka

  4. Visakhadatta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalidasa is widely regarded as the greatest playwright of Sanskrit drama for his contributions to the development of classical Indian theatre and his masterful use of language and imagery.

Which of the following is not a famous Indian theatre group?

  1. National School of Drama

  2. Indian National Theatre

  3. Prithvi Theatre

  4. Theatre of Roots


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

National School of Drama, Indian National Theatre, and Prithvi Theatre are famous Indian theatre groups, while Theatre of Roots is a theatre company based in the United States.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre curtain?

  1. Rang Patra

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Rangasthala

  4. Mandapam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rang Patra is the traditional Indian theatre curtain, which is typically made of cloth and is used to separate the stage from the audience.

Which of the following is not a famous Indian theatre personality?

  1. Girish Karnad

  2. Badal Sircar

  3. Vijay Tendulkar

  4. Amrish Puri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Girish Karnad, Badal Sircar, and Vijay Tendulkar are famous Indian theatre personalities, while Amrish Puri is a famous Indian film actor.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre orchestra?

  1. Natya Shastra

  2. Rangasthala

  3. Mandapam

  4. Pakhawaj


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pakhawaj is the traditional Indian theatre orchestra, which typically consists of drums, cymbals, and other percussion instruments.

Which of the following is not a famous Indian theatre play?

  1. Mrichchakatika

  2. Abhijnanashakuntalam

  3. Hamlet

  4. The Glass Menagerie


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mrichchakatika and Abhijnanashakuntalam are famous Indian theatre plays, while Hamlet and The Glass Menagerie are famous Western plays.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre makeup?

  1. Rang Patra

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Rangasthala

  4. Sattvik Abhinaya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sattvik Abhinaya is the traditional Indian theatre makeup, which involves the use of natural colors and simple lines to create a stylized and expressive look.

Which of the following is not a famous Indian theatre director?

  1. Ebrahim Alkazi

  2. B.V. Karanth

  3. Ratan Thiyam

  4. Peter Brook


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ebrahim Alkazi, B.V. Karanth, and Ratan Thiyam are famous Indian theatre directors, while Peter Brook is a famous British theatre director.

What is the name of the traditional Indian theatre acting style?

  1. Rang Patra

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Rangasthala

  4. Bharata Natyam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bharata Natyam is the traditional Indian theatre acting style, which involves the use of stylized movements, gestures, and expressions to convey emotions and ideas.

Which of the following is not a famous Indian theatre critic?

  1. Bamkim Chandra Chatterjee

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Girish Karnad

  4. Badal Sircar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bamkim Chandra Chatterjee, Rabindranath Tagore, and Badal Sircar are famous Indian theatre critics, while Girish Karnad is a famous Indian theatre playwright and director.

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