The 'Srimanta Sankardeva' is the pioneer of which classical dance form? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Srimanta Sankardeva' is the pioneer of which classical dance form?
A. Odissi
B. Kathak
C. Sattriya
D. Manipuri
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Srimanta Sankardeva, a saint and social reformer, introduced Sattriya dance in the 15th century in Assam.

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Question #1 Report Error
The 'Khol' drum is an important instrument in which classical dance?
A. Kathak
B. Odissi
C. Sattriya
D. Manipuri

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The khol (mridanga) is the primary drum used in Sattriya music and dance, along with cymbals (tal).

Question #2 Report Error
The 'Alarippu' is the first dance item in a traditional performance of:
A. Odissi
B. Manipuri
C. Kathakali
D. Bharatanatyam

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Alarippu is the inaugural, invocatory piece in a Bharatanatyam Margam (performance sequence).

Question #3 Report Error
The 'Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra' is associated with which dance?
A. Manipuri
B. Kathak
C. Sattriya
D. Odissi

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
He was the leading architect of modern Odissi dance.