List of top Dance Questions

Arrange the following literature in chronological order :
A. Upanishada

B. Rigveda

C. Kavya

D. Purana

E. Natya
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Identify the limbs falling under the category of Mukhaja Abhinaya of the Natyashastra :
A. Drishti - Eyes

B. Nasa - Nose

C. Adhara - Lips

D. Chibuka - Chin

E. Padas - Feet
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Arrange the evolving forms of Kerala Theatre in order :
A. Krishnattam

B. Koodiattam

C. Kathakali

D. Ramanattam
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Arrange the following Abhinayas in correct order from Natyashastra :
A. Angikabhinaya

B. Aharyabhinaya

C. Sattvikabhinaya

D. Vachikabhinaya
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Arrange the ornaments worn by a Bharatanatyam female dancer from Head to feet in correct order :
A. Surya, Chandra, Chutti

B. Zumaki, Matal

C. Udiyanam

D. Kashimala, Padakam
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Choose the correct sequence of order of Bharata Natyam Repertoire A. Allaripu

B. Shabdam

C. Jatiswaram

D. Varnam
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Arrange the following Nayikas from Ashtanayika of Natyashastra in order :
A. Svadhinabhartrika

B. Virahotkarthita

C. Vipralabdha

D. Proshitabhartrika

E. Abhisarika
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Arrange the following talas from Carnatic Sapta Taalas in correct order :
A. Matthya

B. Jhampa

C. Triputa

D. Dhruva

E. Rupaka
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Arrange the following items in the traditional order of Kathak Dance Performance :
A. Vandana

B. That

C. Amad

D. Tukada
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Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
Bharata Natyam Repertoire begins with the Chollakettu item.
Reason (R) :
Chollakettu is the first item of Mohini Attam repertoire which means dancing to the rhythmic syllables.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
A Dhira Lalita Nayaka is the one who is charming in nature and enjoys life.
Reason (R) :
Lord Krishna is the Best Example of Dhira Lalita Nayaka.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
Taala can consist various sections.
Reason (R) :
A taala consists of one or more Angas, an Anga is divided into one or more Matras and a Matra is further divided into Aksharas.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
National Centre for Performing Arts is an organisation established for the promotion of varied Performing Arts of India is one of the oldest organisation in Mumbai.
Reason (R) :
National Centre for Performing Arts not only promotes Performing Arts but also promotes Indian Culture.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Arrange the following Samyuta Hastas in order :
A. Anjali

B. Kapota

C. Karkata

D. Svastika

E. Dola
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Arrange the order of Vrittis from Natyashastra :
A. Arabhatti

B. Sattavatti

C. Kaishiki

D. Bharati
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Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
The significant feature of Koodiyattam abhinaya is netrabhinaya or eye movements.
Reason (R) :
The Koodiyattam has some special features which are not present in any other forms.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
Kathakali Orchestra includes instrument like Chanda, a harsh drum.
Reason (R) :
It enhances the effect of characters performed under Minukku Vesham.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Name the Maestro from Lucknow Gharana who wrote many poetic compositions for Kathak dance :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
Natyashastra mentions, “Vipralabdha” is a Deceived Heroine.
Reason (R) :
Vipralabdha is the only heroine amongst Ashtanayika who is separated from her Lor
D.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
Nritya is an indispensable aspect of Sanskrit Natya.
Reason (R) :
Nritya has evolved out of Sanskrit Natya in terms of Karanas, Charis, Angaharas et
C.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Given below are two statements :
one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A) :
Scholar King Bhoja enumerates Shringara as the only rasa in his work “Shringara Prakasha”.
Reason (R) :
Bhoja does not acknowledge the eight rasas propounded by Bharata in the “Natyashastra”.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Name the popular text in Sanskrit by Poet Jaya deva used significantly in the abhinaya items of Odissi and Manipuri :

Name the state from where the popular folk theatre form Nautanki belongs to :

Name the term for the transitory states of bhava, significant in the creation of Rasa :

Name the local Manipuri dance festival popularly known as “festival of Gods” :