Contemporary Dance and the Media in India

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of contemporary dance in India?

  1. It is a fusion of traditional Indian dance forms with modern Western dance techniques.

  2. It is often performed in non-traditional spaces, such as streets, parks, and warehouses.

  3. It is typically accompanied by live music.

  4. It is always performed in a proscenium arch theater.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Contemporary dance in India is often performed in non-traditional spaces, such as streets, parks, and warehouses, in order to break away from the traditional proscenium arch theater setting.

Which of the following is a prominent contemporary dance company in India?

  1. Aakash Odedra Company

  2. Navdhara India Dance Theatre

  3. Nrityagram Dance Ensemble

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aakash Odedra Company, Navdhara India Dance Theatre, and Nrityagram Dance Ensemble are all prominent contemporary dance companies in India.

Which of the following is NOT a common theme explored in contemporary dance in India?

  1. Social issues

  2. Political issues

  3. Personal experiences

  4. Mythological stories


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mythological stories are not a common theme explored in contemporary dance in India, as contemporary dance is often used to address social, political, and personal issues.

Which of the following is a prominent contemporary dance festival in India?

  1. India International Dance Festival

  2. Bharatanatyam Festival

  3. Kathak Festival

  4. Odissi Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The India International Dance Festival is a prominent contemporary dance festival in India that showcases the work of both Indian and international contemporary dance companies.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which the media has helped to promote contemporary dance in India?

  1. By broadcasting contemporary dance performances on television and online.

  2. By publishing articles and reviews of contemporary dance performances in newspapers and magazines.

  3. By sponsoring contemporary dance companies and festivals.

  4. By organizing workshops and masterclasses on contemporary dance.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The media has helped to promote contemporary dance in India by broadcasting contemporary dance performances on television and online, publishing articles and reviews of contemporary dance performances in newspapers and magazines, and sponsoring contemporary dance companies and festivals.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by contemporary dance in India?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Lack of training opportunities

  3. Lack of public awareness

  4. Lack of government support


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Contemporary dance in India faces challenges such as lack of funding, lack of training opportunities, and lack of public awareness, but it does not face a lack of government support.

Which of the following is a prominent contemporary dancer in India?

  1. Aakash Odedra

  2. Shantala Shivalingappa

  3. Birju Maharaj

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aakash Odedra, Shantala Shivalingappa, and Birju Maharaj are all prominent contemporary dancers in India.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which contemporary dance in India can be further promoted?

  1. By increasing funding for contemporary dance companies and festivals.

  2. By providing more training opportunities for contemporary dancers.

  3. By increasing public awareness of contemporary dance.

  4. By banning contemporary dance performances.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Contemporary dance in India can be further promoted by increasing funding for contemporary dance companies and festivals, providing more training opportunities for contemporary dancers, and increasing public awareness of contemporary dance.

Which of the following is a positive impact of the media on contemporary dance in India?

  1. It has helped to increase public awareness of contemporary dance.

  2. It has helped to promote contemporary dance companies and festivals.

  3. It has helped to create a platform for contemporary dancers to showcase their work.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The media has helped to increase public awareness of contemporary dance, promote contemporary dance companies and festivals, and create a platform for contemporary dancers to showcase their work.

Which of the following is a negative impact of the media on contemporary dance in India?

  1. It has led to the commercialization of contemporary dance.

  2. It has led to the standardization of contemporary dance.

  3. It has led to the decline of traditional Indian dance forms.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The media has led to the commercialization of contemporary dance, the standardization of contemporary dance, and the decline of traditional Indian dance forms.

What is the future of contemporary dance in India?

  1. It will continue to grow in popularity.

  2. It will become more accessible to the general public.

  3. It will become more diverse and inclusive.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Contemporary dance in India is expected to continue to grow in popularity, become more accessible to the general public, and become more diverse and inclusive.

Which of the following is a way in which the media can help to promote diversity and inclusion in contemporary dance in India?

  1. By featuring contemporary dance performances by dancers from different backgrounds.

  2. By publishing articles and reviews of contemporary dance performances that focus on diversity and inclusion.

  3. By sponsoring contemporary dance companies and festivals that are committed to diversity and inclusion.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The media can help to promote diversity and inclusion in contemporary dance in India by featuring contemporary dance performances by dancers from different backgrounds, publishing articles and reviews of contemporary dance performances that focus on diversity and inclusion, and sponsoring contemporary dance companies and festivals that are committed to diversity and inclusion.

What is the role of the media in shaping public opinion about contemporary dance in India?

  1. The media can help to create a positive image of contemporary dance.

  2. The media can help to educate the public about contemporary dance.

  3. The media can help to promote contemporary dance events.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The media can help to create a positive image of contemporary dance, educate the public about contemporary dance, and promote contemporary dance events.

What are some of the ethical issues that arise in the relationship between contemporary dance and the media in India?

  1. The issue of consent when filming or photographing contemporary dance performances.

  2. The issue of copyright infringement when using contemporary dance footage without permission.

  3. The issue of misrepresentation of contemporary dance in the media.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The relationship between contemporary dance and the media in India raises ethical issues such as the issue of consent when filming or photographing contemporary dance performances, the issue of copyright infringement when using contemporary dance footage without permission, and the issue of misrepresentation of contemporary dance in the media.

How can the relationship between contemporary dance and the media in India be improved?

  1. By increasing communication and collaboration between contemporary dancers and the media.

  2. By developing ethical guidelines for the media coverage of contemporary dance.

  3. By providing training for journalists on contemporary dance.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The relationship between contemporary dance and the media in India can be improved by increasing communication and collaboration between contemporary dancers and the media, developing ethical guidelines for the media coverage of contemporary dance, and providing training for journalists on contemporary dance.

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