Indian Classical
Mohiniattam and kathakali are the dance forms from which Indian State
Kerala
Tamil Nadu
Telangana
Odisha
1. Kerala
Which of the following is a dance form from Uttrakhand?
a) Giddha
b) Bihu
c) Chholiya
d) Bhangra
c) Chholiya
Q- This is the position in which the whole upper body is extended
a) Arch
b) Pirouette
c) Contraction
d) Mirroring
a) Arch
I paint the feet in crimson bright,
Enhancing steps in dance's light.
In rituals and traditions, I'm found,
A liquid adornment, red and profound.
Grace and beauty in every stride,
What am I, worn with pride?
Alta
Which of the following is not a kathak gharana?
Lucknow
Benaras
Jaipur
Agra
4. Agra
This semi classical dance form is a blend of martial and tribal art forms and is originated from eastern India
Kathak
Chhau
Gaudiya Nritya
Choliya
2. Chhau
Q- Origins of jazz Dance are from which continent
Europe
Africa
South America
Asia
2. Africa
I have two faces, each with a beat, One hand strikes a rhythm, the other repeats. In Carnatic concerts, I keep time, My melodies flow in a rhythmic rhyme.
Mridangam
This Classical dance form explores devout themes of Vaishnavism and Shaktism
Bharatnatyam
Kathakali
Kathak
Kuchipudi
1. Bharatnatyam
Choose the correct pair
Himachal Pradesh - Chhapeli
Uttrakhand - Rauf
Jammu Kashmir - Chonge
Dhamal - Rajasthan
1. Himachal Pradesh - Chhapeli
The famous Swan Lake ballet is based on which of the following folk tales
Only French
Russian and German
French and German
Only Russian
2. Russian and German
In Eastern lands where legends thrive, I dance with masks, bringing tales alive. With vibrant hues and fierce display, My martial steps and stories sway. Warriors, gods, and demons you’ll see, What ancient art form could I be?
Ans - Chhau
Which of these dance forms is also known as the Jagoi Dance Form?
Manipuri
Sattriya
Kathak
Kathakali
1. Manipuri
"Yakshagana," a traditional dance drama form, is native to which Indian state?
a) Kerala
b) Karnataka
c) Tamil Nadu
d) Telangana
Who is the mother of contemporary dance?
a) Alice Reyes
b) Martha Graham
c) Katherine Dunham
d) Crystal Pite
b) Martha Graham
Crowned with silver, intricate and fine, My headgear gleams in a sacred line. From temples' lore, my dance does start, Graceful moves with divine art. Ornate and elegant, atop I sit, In which classical dance do I fit?
Oddisi
The dance composition "Padam" in Bharatanatyam typically portrays which aspect of human emotions?
a) Heroic
b) Romantic
c) Tragic
d) Comic
b) Romantic
The "Kalbelia" dance, performed by the Kalbelia tribe of Rajasthan, is known for its graceful movements resembling the movements of which creature?
a) Snake
b) Peacock
c) Elephant
d) Deer
a) Snake
The famous Giselle ballet was choreographed by
Marius Petipa
Sergei Prokofiev
George Balanchine
None of the above
1. Marius Petipa
A pioneer with movements bold, In dance, a new form did unfold. From the East to West, his art did span, A cultural bridge he built, this man. The first Padma Vibhushan, he proudly won, Who is this legendary son?
Uday Shankar