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Flashcards on Development of Indian Classical Dance Forms
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Which dance form is known as the dance of the mind and soul?
Bharatanatyam
Which classical dance form originated in the temples of Tamil Nadu?
Bharatanatyam
Name the dance that tells stories of Krishna and is known for its expressive gestures.
Kathakali
Identify the classical dance form characterized by intricate footwork and rapid spins.
Kathak
Which dance style is defined by sculpturesque poses and is known as the 'Poetry in Motion'?
Odissi
Which dance form is inspired by the Radha-Krishna myth and its romanticism?
Manipuri
Which is the only classical dance of India having links with Muslim culture?
Kathak
What is the oldest surviving dance form in India based on Natya Shastra?
Bharatanatyam
Name the dance form characterized by mime and stylized movements from Kerala.
Mohiniyattam
Which Indian dance form is noted for its fixed upper torso, spectacular footwork, and sophisticated vocabulary of sign language?
Kuchipudi
Which classical dance form often includes drama and is performed to narrate a story?
Kathakali
What type of jewelry is typical for the dancers performing Kathak?
Ghungroos
Identify the dance form that is often performed in a group and has intricate group formations.
Kathak
What are the rhythmic syllables called that are vocalized by Indian Classical Dancers?
Bols
Which Indian classical dance is traditionally a solo performance with exceptional attention to hand gestures?
Mohiniyattam
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What is the literal meaning of 'Kathakali'?
Epic Story
Story Play
Divine Dance
Enchanting Art
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In which state did the dance form Kathak originate?
Andhra Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
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Which Indian classical dance is known for storytelling through facial expressions?
Kuchipudi
Manipuri
Mohiniyattam
Kathak
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Natya Shastra, the ancient text of dance and drama, is associated with what religion?
Jainism
Islam
Hinduism
Buddhism
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Which form of Indian classical dance has a repertoire that includes water pot dances balancing on the head?
Odissi
Kuchipudi
Kathakali
Bharatanatyam
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Which classical dance form includes stylized gestures called 'Mudras'?
Kathak
Bharatanatyam
Manipuri
Kuchipudi
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What is the distinguishing costume characteristic of Kathakali dancers?
Colorful makeup with elaborate headdresses
Light makeup with simple attire
Flowing white sari with minimal ornaments
Ankle bells with silk costumes
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Which Indian classical dance is performed on brass plates?
Kathakali
Bharatanatyam
Kathak
Odissi
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The dance form 'Odissi' is associated with the worship of which deity?
Lord Shiva
Lord Jagannath
Lord Vishnu
Goddess Lakshmi
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Which of the following is not a recognized Indian classical dance form?
Kuchipudi
Mohiniyattam
Manipuri
Bhangra
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