The 'Gotipua' dance tradition is considered a precursor to which classical dance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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Question #1
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The 'Kathak' dancer 'Pt. Sunder Prasad' belonged to which gharana?
Correct Answer: Option A
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Sunder Prasad was a stalwart of the Jaipur gharana, known for its emphasis on pure rhythm.
Sunder Prasad was a stalwart of the Jaipur gharana, known for its emphasis on pure rhythm.
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Which classical dance form has its roots in the temple 'Mahari' tradition?
Correct Answer: Option C
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Odissi dance is the evolved form of the Mahari (temple dancer) tradition of Odisha.
Odissi dance is the evolved form of the Mahari (temple dancer) tradition of Odisha.
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The 'Tihai' is a repetitive rhythmic element in which classical dance?
Correct Answer: Option C
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A Tihai is a technical rhythmic structure in Kathak (and Hindustani music) that repeats three times to land on the 'Sam' (beat).
A Tihai is a technical rhythmic structure in Kathak (and Hindustani music) that repeats three times to land on the 'Sam' (beat).
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