Historical Context of Indian Dance Preservation

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In ancient India, dance was primarily associated with which of the following?

  1. Religious rituals

  2. Social gatherings

  3. Entertainment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dance in ancient India held religious, social, and entertainment purposes.

Which of these is NOT a classical Indian dance form?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lavani is a folk dance form from Maharashtra, while Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, and Odissi are classical Indian dance forms.

Who is considered the father of modern Indian dance?

  1. Uday Shankar

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Mahatma Gandhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uday Shankar is widely regarded as the father of modern Indian dance for his pioneering efforts in blending traditional and contemporary dance forms.

Which of these is a folk dance form from Punjab?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Giddha

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhangra and Giddha are both popular folk dance forms from Punjab.

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

  1. Kathak

  2. Kuchipudi

  3. Manipuri

  4. Mohiniyattam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathak is renowned for its intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns.

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

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Odissi

  3. Kathakali

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is known for its graceful movements and expressive hand gestures.

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

  1. Kathakali

  2. Kuchipudi

  3. Manipuri

  4. Mohiniyattam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathakali is renowned for its elaborate costumes and elaborate makeup.

Which Indian dance form is known for its vibrant colors and energetic movements?

  1. Garba

  2. Dandiya Raas

  3. Bhangra

  4. Giddha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Garba is known for its vibrant colors and energetic movements.

Which Indian dance form is known for its graceful movements and lyrical qualities?

  1. Odissi

  2. Kuchipudi

  3. Manipuri

  4. Mohiniyattam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odissi is known for its graceful movements and lyrical qualities.

Which Indian dance form is known for its rhythmic footwork and expressive hand gestures?

  1. Kuchipudi

  2. Manipuri

  3. Mohiniyattam

  4. Kathakali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is known for its rhythmic footwork and expressive hand gestures.

Which Indian dance form is known for its graceful movements and lyrical qualities?

  1. Manipuri

  2. Mohiniyattam

  3. Kathakali

  4. Bharatanatyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manipuri is known for its graceful movements and lyrical qualities.

Which Indian dance form is known for its sensuous movements and graceful hand gestures?

  1. Mohiniyattam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mohiniyattam is known for its sensuous movements and graceful hand gestures.

Which of these is NOT a major center for Indian classical dance?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Delhi is not a major center for Indian classical dance, while Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai are.

Which Indian dance form is known for its vigorous movements and energetic rhythms?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Giddha

  3. Garba

  4. Dandiya Raas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhangra is known for its vigorous movements and energetic rhythms.

Which Indian dance form is known for its graceful movements and lyrical qualities?

  1. Giddha

  2. Garba

  3. Dandiya Raas

  4. Kathakali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Giddha is known for its graceful movements and lyrical qualities.

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