Indian Music and Dance History

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Which of the following is not a classical dance form of India?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

Who is considered to be the father of Indian classical music?

  1. Tansen

  2. Baiju Bawra

  3. Amir Khusro

  4. Pandit Ravi Shankar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tansen was a renowned musician in the court of Emperor Akbar and is considered to be the father of Indian classical music.

Which of the following is a string instrument commonly used in Indian classical music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sitar is a string instrument with a long neck and a gourd-shaped body. It is commonly used in Indian classical music.

Which of the following is a percussion instrument commonly used in Indian classical music?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarangi

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The tabla is a pair of hand drums commonly used in Indian classical music. It is played with the fingers and palms.

Which of the following is a wind instrument commonly used in Indian classical music?

  1. Shehnai

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarangi

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The shehnai is a wind instrument with a long, cylindrical body and a flared bell. It is commonly used in Indian classical music.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Kerala?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kathakali is a dance form that originated in the state of Kerala. It is known for its elaborate costumes, makeup, and stylized movements.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Tamil Nadu?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is a dance form that originated in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is known for its graceful movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Odisha?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Odissi is a dance form that originated in the state of Odisha. It is known for its lyrical movements, graceful hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kuchipudi is a dance form that originated in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is known for its energetic movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Manipur?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Manipuri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Manipuri is a dance form that originated in the state of Manipur. It is known for its graceful movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Rajasthan?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Rajasthani Folk Dance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajasthani Folk Dance is a dance form that originated in the state of Rajasthan. It is known for its energetic movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Gujarat?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Garba


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Garba is a dance form that originated in the state of Gujarat. It is known for its energetic movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Maharashtra?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lavani is a dance form that originated in the state of Maharashtra. It is known for its energetic movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of Punjab?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Bhangra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhangra is a dance form that originated in the state of Punjab. It is known for its energetic movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is a dance form that originated in the state of West Bengal?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Odissi

  4. Baul


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baul is a dance form that originated in the state of West Bengal. It is known for its energetic movements, expressive hand gestures, and intricate footwork.

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