Question

Choose the correct sequence of order of Bharata Natyam Repertoire A. Allaripu

B. Shabdam

C. Jatiswaram

D. Varnam
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. B, C, D, A
• B. A, C, B, D
• C. C, B, A, D
• D. A, B, C, D

Hint:

Important Bharata Natyam Margam sequence: \[ \text{Alarippu} \rightarrow \text{Jatiswaram} \rightarrow \text{Shabdam} \rightarrow \text{Varnam} \] \[ \text{Varnam} \] is the central and most elaborate item of the repertoire.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
The traditional sequence of Bharata Natyam performance is known as the Margam. It was systematized to present dance items in a progressive order from pure rhythm and movement to expressive and elaborate performance.

Step 1: Understand the Bharata Natyam repertoire sequence.
The important items in the Bharata Natyam Margam generally follow this order: \[ \text{Alarippu} \rightarrow \text{Jatiswaram} \rightarrow \text{Shabdam} \rightarrow \text{Varnam} \] Each item gradually increases in complexity and expressive depth.

Step 2: Understand the role of each item.

• Alarippu -- Opening invocatory item focusing on rhythm and body movement.
• Jatiswaram -- Combines dance patterns with musical swaras.
• Shabdam -- Introduces expressive storytelling and abhinaya.
• Varnam -- Central and most elaborate item combining nritta and nritya.

Step 3: Identify the correct sequence using the letters.
Using the given labels: \[ A = \text{Alarippu} \] \[ C = \text{Jatiswaram} \] \[ B = \text{Shabdam} \] \[ D = \text{Varnam} \] Thus, the correct sequence is: \[ A,\ C,\ B,\ D \]

Step 4: Compare with the given options.
Among the given choices: \[ (A)\ B,C,D,A \] \[ (B)\ A,C,B,D \] \[ (C)\ C,B,A,D \] \[ (D)\ A,B,C,D \] the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{A,C,B,D} \] Hence: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \]