Which classical dance form is performed in temple precincts, especially at the Konark Sun Temple, and features the 'Mangalacharan' as an opening item? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which classical dance form is performed in temple precincts, especially at the Konark Sun Temple, and features the 'Mangalacharan' as an opening item?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Odissi
C. Kuchipudi
D. Mohiniyattam
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Mangalacharan is the traditional invocatory first piece in an Odissi recital, and the dance has deep roots in Odisha temples.

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