The 'Margam' in a traditional Bharatanatyam performance refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Margam' in a traditional Bharatanatyam performance refers to:

A. The musical instrument used

B. A sequence of dance items

C. The stage lighting

D. The costume worn by the dancer

Answer: Option B

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The Margam is the systematic, progressive sequence of items in a Bharatanatyam recital.

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Which dance form uses the 'Thattadavu' technique?

A. Manipuri

B. Kathak

C. Bharatanatyam

D. Odissi

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Thattadavu is the basic footwork step used in Bharatanatyam.

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The 'Utsav' dance festival at the Khajuraho temples mainly features which dance forms?

A. All classical dances

B. Only Kathak

C. Odissi and Bharatanatyam

D. Kathak and Manipuri

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Correct Answer: Option A

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The Khajuraho Dance Festival showcases a variety of Indian classical dances, not limited to one.

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Which classical dance uses a 'Chauka' (square-like) posture?

A. Bharatanatyam

B. Odissi

C. Kathak

D. Mohiniyattam

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Chauka posture is a basic, stable stance in Odissi dance.

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