Dance in Indian Mythology and Epics

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In Hindu mythology, which deity is considered the Lord of Dance?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is known as the Lord of Dance or Nataraja in Hindu mythology.

What is the name of the celestial dance performed by the apsaras in Indra's court?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The celestial dance performed by the apsaras in Indra's court is not named in Hindu mythology.

Which epic features a dance competition between the Pandavas and the Kauravas?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mahabharata features a dance competition between the Pandavas and the Kauravas.

In the Ramayana, which character is known for her beautiful dance?

  1. Sita

  2. Lakshmana

  3. Hanuman

  4. Ravana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sita is known for her beautiful dance in the Ramayana.

What is the name of the dance performed by Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Kathak

  2. Odissi

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita does not mention Krishna performing any dance.

Which dance form is associated with the worship of Lord Shiva?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is associated with the worship of Lord Shiva.

In Kathakali, what is the name of the character who represents the hero?

  1. Pachali

  2. Nair

  3. Kathak

  4. Chakyar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Kathakali, the character who represents the hero is called Pachali.

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

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is known for its intricate footwork and rhythmic patterns.

In Odissi, what is the name of the dance performed by female dancers?

  1. Odissi

  2. Mahari

  3. Gotipua

  4. Chhau


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Odissi, the dance performed by female dancers is called Mahari.

Which dance form is associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kathakali is associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu.

In Bharatanatyam, what is the name of the basic stance?

  1. Aramandi

  2. Pada Varnam

  3. Jathi

  4. Adavu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Bharatanatyam, the basic stance is called Aramandi.

Which dance form is known for its graceful movements and expressive eyes?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Odissi is known for its graceful movements and expressive eyes.

In Kathakali, what is the name of the character who represents the villain?

  1. Pachali

  2. Nair

  3. Kathak

  4. Chakyar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Kathakali, the character who represents the villain is called Kathak.

Which dance form is associated with the worship of Lord Brahma?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Odissi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is associated with the worship of Lord Brahma.

In Bharatanatyam, what is the name of the dance performed by male dancers?

  1. Aramandi

  2. Pada Varnam

  3. Jathi

  4. Adavu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Bharatanatyam, the dance performed by male dancers is called Pada Varnam.

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