Which of these is a classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of these is a classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu?
A. Bharatanatyam
B. Odissi
C. Sattriya
D. Kathakali
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Bharatanatyam is the traditional classical dance form of Tamil Nadu.

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Question #1 Report Error
Which dance form originated in the Vaishnava monasteries of Assam?
A. Manipuri
B. Kathak
C. Odissi
D. Sattriya

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Sattriya is based on the monastic Vaishnava traditions of the Sattras in Assam.

Question #2 Report Error
The 'Tandava' and 'Lasya' concepts originated from:
A. Purana
B. Upanishad
C. Veda
D. Natya Shastra

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Natya Shastra classifies dance movements into the vigorous Tandava and the graceful Lasya.

Question #3 Report Error
The famous dancer 'Padma Subrahmanyam' is associated with which classical dance?
A. Kathak
B. Kuchipudi
C. Odissi
D. Bharatanatyam

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Padma Subrahmanyam is a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer, scholar, and choreographer known for her research on the Natya Shastra.