The 'Shankara Abarana' raga is commonly used in the music of which classical dance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Shankara Abarana' raga is commonly used in the music of which classical dance?
A. Manipuri
B. Kathakali
C. Bharatanatyam
D. Sattriya
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Shankara Abarana is a major raga in Carnatic music and is frequently employed in Bharatanatyam compositions.

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