The 'Angika Abhinaya' refers to? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Angika Abhinaya' refers to?

A. Expression through words

B. Expression through body movements

C. Expression through costume

D. Expression through music

Answer: Option B

Angika Abhinaya is the communication of meaning through body gestures and postures.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Classical Dances of India

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Question #1 Report Error

The 'Khajuraho' temples' sculptures are rich in dance poses that bear a strong resemblance to which classical dance?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Kathak

C. Odissi

D. Mohiniyattam

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The sculptures at Khajuraho display poses strikingly similar to Odissi, including the Tribhanga stance.

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Question #2 Report Error

Which percussion instrument, a cylindrical drum, is central to Manipuri dance?

A. Tabla

B. Pung

C. Khol

D. Dhol

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Pung (Manipuri mridanga) is the principal percussion instrument in Manipuri dance, played by both dancers and musicians.

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Question #3 Report Error

The 'Ektaal', 'Teentaal', and 'Jhaptaal' are rhythmic cycles commonly used in which dance?

A. Odissi

B. Bharatanatyam

C. Manipuri

D. Kathak

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kathak extensively uses Hindustani rhythmic cycles like Teen taal (16 beats), Ektaal (12 beats), etc.

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