The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award' is given for excellence in which field? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award' is given for excellence in which field?
A. Classical music
B. Odissi dance
C. Theatre
D. Kathak dance
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
This prestigious award, instituted in 1995, honours outstanding contributions to Odissi dance and music.

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Question #1 Report Error
The 'Basant Ras' is a famous thematic performance in which classical dance?
A. Kathak
B. Sattriya
C. Manipuri
D. Odissi

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Basant Ras is performed in Manipur during the spring festival, depicting Krishna's playful dance with the gopis.

Question #2 Report Error
The 'Ekadashi' mask is a distinctive feature of which classical dance?
A. Kathakali
B. Yakshagana
C. Chhau
D. Sattriya

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Seraikella and Purulia Chhau use elaborately crafted masks, which are a hallmark of the dance form.

Question #3 Report Error
The 'Abhinaya Darpana' is a key text for which dance form?
A. Odissi
B. Bharatanatyam
C. Sattriya
D. Kathakali

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Abhinaya Darpana by Nandikesvara serves as a foundational manual for Bharatanatyam, especially for hand gestures and expressions.