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Question : Which of the following dance forms did not originate in South India?

Option 1: Kathakali

Option 2: Kuchipudi

Option 3: Sattriya

Option 4: Bharatanatyam

Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Sattriya


Solution : The correct option is Sattriya.

The northeastern Indian state of Assam is where the traditional dance style is known as Pattaya. Although Kathakali, Kuchipudi, and Bharatanatyam are among the well-known classical dance styles of South India, Sattriya is unique among them due to its Assamese origins. The renowned Indian classical dance known as Pattaya dance originated in the northeastern state of Assam in the fifteenth century. The famous Assamese reformer Mahapurusha Sankaradeva, a Vaishnava saint, created it as a potent tool for conversion.

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Question : As of March 2022, which of the following dance forms has not been listed as a classical dance in India?

Option 1: Odissi

Option 2: Mohiniyattam

Option 3: Kuchipudi

Option 4: Lavani

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Correct Answer: Lavani


Solution : The correct answer is Lavani.

Lavani is not a classical dance. It is a traditional folk dance that contributed substantially to the development of Marathi folk theatre.

There are eight classical dances in India:

  1. Bharatanatyam, from Tamil Nadu
  2. Kathak from Uttar Pradesh
  3. Kathakali from Kerala
  4. Kuchipudi from Andhra Pradesh
  5. Manipuri from Manipur
  6. Mohiniyattam from Kerala
  7. Odissi from Odisha
  8. Sattriya is from Assam.
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Question : Direction: Find the correct sentence from the given options.


1.Manali and Ankita went to their school.


2.Kartik and his family has completed his lunch.


3.The class teacher and the project head submitted his scoresheet.


4.Palak and Ankit is in the same team for the dance competition.

Option 1: Manali and Ankita went to their school.
 

Option 2: Kartik and his family has completed his lunch.
 

Option 3: The class teacher and the project head submitted his scoresheet.
 

Option 4: Palak and Ankit is in the same team for the dance competition.

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Correct Answer: Manali and Ankita went to their school.
 


Solution : The correct answer is option 1: 'Manali and Ankita went to their school.'
Explanation:

  • - When two or more nouns are joined by 'and' then the pronoun used should be plural. - Example: Rohit and Oma went to their college.
  • - Thus, the correct answer is-' Manali and Ankita went to their school."
  • - Hence, option 1 is the most appropriate answer.
  • - Let us explore other sentences-
  • - When two or more nouns are joined by 'and' then the pronoun used should be plural.
  • - Example: Kartik and his family have completed their lunch.
  • - If we are talking about separate persons then the pronoun used for them will be plural.
  • - Example: The class teacher and the project head submitted their scoresheet.
  • - When two or more nouns are joined by 'and' then the verb used should be in plural.
  • - Example: Palak and Ankit are in the same team for the dance competition.
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Question : The folk dance Hojagiri originated and is associated with which part of India?

Option 1: South

Option 2: Northeast

Option 3: North

Option 4: West

Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Northeast


Solution : The correct answer is Northeast.

Hojagiri is a Tripuri Reang Tribe folk dance performed in the northeastern part of India and primarily in the state of Tripura, India. Reang, or Riang, is one of Tripura's well-known scheduled tribes. It is performed by young women of the Reang tribe. It comprises 4 to 6 members in a team singing and dancing with various props in their hands.

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Question : Sonal Mansingh is associated with which dance form?

Option 1: Kuchipudi and Sattriya

Option 2: Bharatnatyam and Odissi

Option 3: Manipuri and kathak

Option 4: Manipuri and Kuchipudi

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Correct Answer: Bharatnatyam and Odissi


Solution : The correct option is Bharatnatyam and Odissi.

Sonal Mansingh is associated with Bharatanatyam and Odissi, two classical Indian dance forms. Renowned as a highly accomplished dancer and choreographer, she has made significant contributions to the promotion and preservation of these rich cultural traditions, showcasing her expertise and artistry on national and international stages.

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Question : Kathakali is a classical dance of which state?

Option 1: Andhra Pradesh

Option 2: Tamil Nadu

Option 3: Karnataka

Option 4: Kerala

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Correct Answer: Kerala


Solution : The correct option is Kerala.

Kathakali is a classical dance form originating from the Indian State of Kerala. Known for its vibrant costumes, elaborate makeup and expressive movements, Kathakali combines dance, drama and music, depicting stories from Hindu epics with intricate gestures and facial expressions.

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Question : Kathakali dance form is associated with which state?

Option 1: Tamil Nadu

Option 2: Andhra Pradesh

Option 3: Manipur

Option 4: Kerala

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Kerala


Solution : The correct option is Kerala.

Kathakali is a significant form of classical Indian dance that originated in Kerala. A Kathakali performance incorporates music, vocalists, choreography, and hand and face motions to communicate ideas. Different characteristics and parts of Kathakali have been influenced by early Sanskrit writings like the Natya Shastra. Kalamandalam Gopi, and others.

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