DANCE
DANCE MCQs
1. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Talaisaman, Mattal, Addigai, Ghoonghru
(B) Talaisaman, Addigai, Mattal, Ghoonghru
(C) Ghungharu, Talaisaman, Mattal, Addigai
(D) Mattal, Addigai, Talaisaman, Ghoonghru
Ans: A
2. The full form of ISTA is
(A) International School of Theatre Anthropology
(B) Indian School of Theatre Anthropology
(C) Indian School of Theatre Arts
(D) International Scheme for Theatre Arts
Ans: A
3. Assertion (A): Hip movements in Indian classical dance are popular.
Reason (R): Odissi has a lot of Bhangis.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: B
4. Assertion (A): The performer’s life is based on an alteration of balance.
Reason (R): The performer is never immobile when appears so.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: C
5. The Mask dance and Dance Dramas are
(A) Kathakali
(B) Wayang Wong
(C) Noh
(D) None of the above
Ans: D
6. The Chakradar Toda has the Tihairepeated
(A) 3 times
(B) 9 times
(C) In multiples of 3
(D) 4 times
Ans: C
7. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Kalaka Prasad, Vajid Ali Shah, Vadivelu, Balasaraswati
(B) Vajid Ali Shah, Kalaka Prasad, Vadivelu, Balasaraswati
(C) Kalaka Prasad, Vajid Ali Shah, Balasaraswati Vadivelu,
(D) Vadivelu, Kalaka Prasad, Vajid Ali Shah, Balasaraswati
Ans: B
8. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Bharatanatyam i. Lai Haroba
b. Kshyatriya ii. Mahari
c. Odissi iii. Vazoovur
d. Manipuri iv. Vaishnava
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv iii ii i
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) iii iv ii i
(D) iv ii iii i
Ans: C
9. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Aditala i. Mishrachapu
b. Rupakam ii. Tritala
c. Chautala iii. KhandaEka
d. Deepachandi iv. Dadra
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv i iii
(B) ii iv iii i
(C) iv i iii ii
(D) iii i ii iv
Ans: A
10. Identify the correct order:
(A) Shyama, Malvika Agni Mitra, Man and Machine, Jatayu Moksham
(B) Man and machine, Malvika Agni Mitra, Shyama, Jatayu Moksham
(C) Malvika Agni Mitra, Man and Machine, Shyama, Jatayu Moksham
(D) Malvika Agni Mitra, Man and Machine, Jatayu Moksham, Shyama
Ans: C
11. The Natuvnar plays
(A) Gong
(B) Cymbals
(C) Talam
(D) Manjira
Ans: C
12. The famous Tandava was performed at
(A) Tillai Forest
(B) Chidambaram
(C) Kailash temple
(D) Brihadishwara
Ans: A
13. ‘Haveli Sangit’ is the music used in
(A) Krishna worship
(B) Odissi
(C) Manipuri
(D) Rasalila
Ans: A
14. One of the Trinity-s of South Indian music is
(A) Maharaja Swati Thirunal
(B) Purandaradasa
(C) Balamurali Krishnan
(D) Shyama Shastri
Ans: D
15. Assertion (A): The sculptures and dancers have a common medium of body to work with.
Reason (R): Both are affected by shapes.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is true.
(B) (A) is false (R) is false.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: C
16. Assertion (A): Amir Khusaru contributed greatly to dance.
Reason (R): His poetry is often used by creative choreographers.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: B
17. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Ragamala i. Radha
b. Miniature ii. Git-Govinda
c. Pahari iii. Kalpasutra
d. Western India iv. Ragini
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv ii iii i
(B) iv ii i iii
(C) iv iii ii i
(D) iv i ii iii
Ans: B
18. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Erotic i. Khajuraho
b. Karana ii. Kumbhakonam
c. Nataraj iii. Champaner
d. Shal Bhanjika iv. Kailash
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iv iii
(B) i ii iii iv
(C) ii i iii iv
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: A
19. The common links between the dances of SEA countries is
(A) Tradition
(B) Culture
(C) Religion
(D) Philosophy
Ans: C
20. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Hudo i. Rajasthan
b. Rasiya ii. Maharashtra
c. Lazim iii. Chhatisgarh
d. Santhal iv. Gujarat
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i iv iii ii
(B) iv i iii ii
(C) iv i ii iii
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: C
21. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Bharatanatyam i. Thumari
b. Kathak ii. Ata Katha
c. Kathakali iii. Astapadi
d. Odissi iv. Pallavi
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv i ii iii
(B) iii i ii iv
(C) iii ii iv i
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: C
22. Assertion (A): The tribals dance because they are afraid of the forces of nature.
Reason (R): It is human to dance for peace and harmony.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: C
23. BHARATA is
(A) Bhav, Raga, Tala
(B) Name of a country
(C) A group of experts of Dramatic art
(D) All of above
Ans: D
24. Pick the odd one out:
The early pioneer of Modern dance in India was
(A) Ravindranath Tagore
(B) Rukminidevi Arundel
(C) Mrinalini Sarabhai
(D) Uday Shankar
Ans: D
25. Put in correct sequence:
(A) Mandala, Pani, Puta, Bhramari
(B) Mandala, Bhramari, Pani, Puta
(C) Bhramari, Mandala, Pani, Puta
(D) Puta, Mandala, Pani, Bhramari
Ans: B
26. The form of dance which uses extensive Angika Abhinaya is
(A) Mayurbhanja Chhau
(B) Saraikela Chhau
(C) Kshatriya
(D) Purulia Chhau
Ans: A
27. Which dance form uses the special walk called ‘Goyedi’?
(A) Odissi
(B) Kolyachanach
(C) Mohiniattam
(D) Kuravanji
Ans: A
28. Assertion (A): The Nayika-s is used extensively in all Indian classical dance styles.
Reason (R): According to Bharata, Khandita and Vipralabdha may not be performed on the stage.
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is true.
Ans: A
29. Rimli Ibrahim was awarded the best male dancer for 2011 by
(A) ICCR
(B) Natyakala
(C) SNA
(D) Attendance
Ans: D
30. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Nalanda i. PratimaGauri
b. Kadamba ii. KanakRele
c. Darpana iii. KumudiniLakhia
d. Nrityagram iv. Mrunalini
Sarabhai
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) iii ii iv i
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: D
31. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Udhwahita, Dhuta, Kampita, Ukshipta
(B) Dhuta, Kampita, Udhwahita, Ukshipta
(C) Udhwahita, Ukshipta, Dhuta, Kampita
(D) Ukshipta, Udhwahita, Dhuta, Kampita
Ans: A
32. Assertion (A): It is not good for a classical dancer to learn more than one style.
Reason (R): It pollutes the styles and confuses the body
(A) (A) is true (R) is false
(B) (A) is false (R) is true
(C) (A) is false (R) is false
(D) (A) is true (R) is true
Ans: B
33. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Kerala kala Mandalam (i) Padma Subrahamaniam
(b) Shantiniketan (ii) Vallathol
(c) Nrityodaya (iii) Ravindranath Tagore
(d) Kadamba (iv) Kumudinilakhia
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (i) (iii) (iv)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: C
34. What is the full form of IGNCA?
(A) Indo Georgian National Centre for Arts
(B) Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts
(C) International Gandhi Natya Centre for Arts
(D) Indira Gandhi Nrutya Centre for Arts
Ans: B
35. In Odissi, the men who dance are traditionally called?
(A) Natuvanars
(B) Gotipua
(C) Rasadhari
(D) Rasiya
Ans: B
36. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Swastika (i) Vrutti
(b) Arala (ii) Pada
(c) Kaisiki (iii) Gati
(d) Hansini (iv) Hasta
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: A
37. One of the most important movements in Ballet is
(A) Chakkar
(B) Araimandi
(C) Chauka
(D) Ufli
Ans: A
38. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Brihadishwara (i) Sun temple
(b) Modhaera (ii) Rasa mandala
(c) Khajuraho (iii) 1000 Years
(d) Bankura (iv) Dance Festival
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: C
39. Who Choreographed ‘Yaksh’?
(A) Anand Shankar
(B) Daksh Sheth
(C) Madhu Nataraj
(D) Astad Dabu
Ans: A
40. Which Cave is known for the ancient Natya Mandap?
(A) Ellora
(B) Elephanta
(C) Bhimbetaka
(D) Sitavenga
Ans: D
41. Learning of dance is important for all as
(A) It keeps the body in shape
(B) It introduces one to culture and tradition
(C) It helps in controlling the emotions
(D) It gives all of above
Ans: D
42. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Sticks (i) Bhangada
(b) Claps (ii) Dandia
(c) Jumps (iii) Danginrutya
(d) Running (iv) Kummi
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: C
43. Assertion (A): Ballet is similar to present day dance-drama.
Reason (R): Both have dance technique, a story line, musical score and stage performance.
(A) (A) is true (R) is false
(B) (A) is false (R) is true
(C) (A) is false (R) is false
(D) (A) is true (R) is true
Ans: D
44. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Shruti
(B) Nartana
(C) Kadambari
(D) SNA Journal
Ans: C
45. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Rakudi (i) Kathak
(b) Zumar (ii) Bharatanatyam
(c) Chevikuttu (iii) Odissi
(d) Vengipotial (iv) Kathakali
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)
(C) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: B
46. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Vajid Ali Shah, Samanya Kshati, Chandalika, Dhabakar
(B) Vajid Ali Shah, Dhabakar, Samanya Kshati, Chandalika
(C) Samanya Kshati, Vajid Ali Shah, Chandalika, Dhabakar
(D) Vajid Ali Shah, Chandalika, Samanya Kshati, Dhabakar
Ans: C
47. Which is the mask dance of Arunachala Pradesh?
(A) Narasimhanach
(B) Khampati
(C) Kawadi-Karagam
(D) Kalbelia
Ans: B
48. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Kavita (i) Bharatanatyam
(b) Sholakuttu (ii) Kathak
(c) Shabdam (iii) Manipuri
(d) Sankirtan (iv) Mohiniattam
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (iii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: A
49. The concept of Nataraja was introduced by
(A) Dr. V. Raghavan
(B) Anand Kumar Swami
(C) Shivaram Murthy
(D) Max Mular
Ans: B
50. The many fold use of dance can be
(A) Choreography
(B) Therapy
(C) Teaching
(D) All of above
Ans: D
(A) Talaisaman, Mattal, Addigai, Ghoonghru
(B) Talaisaman, Addigai, Mattal, Ghoonghru
(C) Ghungharu, Talaisaman, Mattal, Addigai
(D) Mattal, Addigai, Talaisaman, Ghoonghru
Ans: A
2. The full form of ISTA is
(A) International School of Theatre Anthropology
(B) Indian School of Theatre Anthropology
(C) Indian School of Theatre Arts
(D) International Scheme for Theatre Arts
Ans: A
3. Assertion (A): Hip movements in Indian classical dance are popular.
Reason (R): Odissi has a lot of Bhangis.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: B
4. Assertion (A): The performer’s life is based on an alteration of balance.
Reason (R): The performer is never immobile when appears so.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: C
5. The Mask dance and Dance Dramas are
(A) Kathakali
(B) Wayang Wong
(C) Noh
(D) None of the above
Ans: D
6. The Chakradar Toda has the Tihairepeated
(A) 3 times
(B) 9 times
(C) In multiples of 3
(D) 4 times
Ans: C
7. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Kalaka Prasad, Vajid Ali Shah, Vadivelu, Balasaraswati
(B) Vajid Ali Shah, Kalaka Prasad, Vadivelu, Balasaraswati
(C) Kalaka Prasad, Vajid Ali Shah, Balasaraswati Vadivelu,
(D) Vadivelu, Kalaka Prasad, Vajid Ali Shah, Balasaraswati
Ans: B
8. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Bharatanatyam i. Lai Haroba
b. Kshyatriya ii. Mahari
c. Odissi iii. Vazoovur
d. Manipuri iv. Vaishnava
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv iii ii i
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) iii iv ii i
(D) iv ii iii i
Ans: C
9. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Aditala i. Mishrachapu
b. Rupakam ii. Tritala
c. Chautala iii. KhandaEka
d. Deepachandi iv. Dadra
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv i iii
(B) ii iv iii i
(C) iv i iii ii
(D) iii i ii iv
Ans: A
10. Identify the correct order:
(A) Shyama, Malvika Agni Mitra, Man and Machine, Jatayu Moksham
(B) Man and machine, Malvika Agni Mitra, Shyama, Jatayu Moksham
(C) Malvika Agni Mitra, Man and Machine, Shyama, Jatayu Moksham
(D) Malvika Agni Mitra, Man and Machine, Jatayu Moksham, Shyama
Ans: C
11. The Natuvnar plays
(A) Gong
(B) Cymbals
(C) Talam
(D) Manjira
Ans: C
12. The famous Tandava was performed at
(A) Tillai Forest
(B) Chidambaram
(C) Kailash temple
(D) Brihadishwara
Ans: A
13. ‘Haveli Sangit’ is the music used in
(A) Krishna worship
(B) Odissi
(C) Manipuri
(D) Rasalila
Ans: A
14. One of the Trinity-s of South Indian music is
(A) Maharaja Swati Thirunal
(B) Purandaradasa
(C) Balamurali Krishnan
(D) Shyama Shastri
Ans: D
15. Assertion (A): The sculptures and dancers have a common medium of body to work with.
Reason (R): Both are affected by shapes.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is true.
(B) (A) is false (R) is false.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: C
16. Assertion (A): Amir Khusaru contributed greatly to dance.
Reason (R): His poetry is often used by creative choreographers.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: B
17. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Ragamala i. Radha
b. Miniature ii. Git-Govinda
c. Pahari iii. Kalpasutra
d. Western India iv. Ragini
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv ii iii i
(B) iv ii i iii
(C) iv iii ii i
(D) iv i ii iii
Ans: B
18. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Erotic i. Khajuraho
b. Karana ii. Kumbhakonam
c. Nataraj iii. Champaner
d. Shal Bhanjika iv. Kailash
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iv iii
(B) i ii iii iv
(C) ii i iii iv
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: A
19. The common links between the dances of SEA countries is
(A) Tradition
(B) Culture
(C) Religion
(D) Philosophy
Ans: C
20. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Hudo i. Rajasthan
b. Rasiya ii. Maharashtra
c. Lazim iii. Chhatisgarh
d. Santhal iv. Gujarat
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i iv iii ii
(B) iv i iii ii
(C) iv i ii iii
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: C
21. Match items in List – I with List – II
List – I List – II
a. Bharatanatyam i. Thumari
b. Kathak ii. Ata Katha
c. Kathakali iii. Astapadi
d. Odissi iv. Pallavi
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv i ii iii
(B) iii i ii iv
(C) iii ii iv i
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: C
22. Assertion (A): The tribals dance because they are afraid of the forces of nature.
Reason (R): It is human to dance for peace and harmony.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true (R) is false.
Ans: C
23. BHARATA is
(A) Bhav, Raga, Tala
(B) Name of a country
(C) A group of experts of Dramatic art
(D) All of above
Ans: D
24. Pick the odd one out:
The early pioneer of Modern dance in India was
(A) Ravindranath Tagore
(B) Rukminidevi Arundel
(C) Mrinalini Sarabhai
(D) Uday Shankar
Ans: D
25. Put in correct sequence:
(A) Mandala, Pani, Puta, Bhramari
(B) Mandala, Bhramari, Pani, Puta
(C) Bhramari, Mandala, Pani, Puta
(D) Puta, Mandala, Pani, Bhramari
Ans: B
26. The form of dance which uses extensive Angika Abhinaya is
(A) Mayurbhanja Chhau
(B) Saraikela Chhau
(C) Kshatriya
(D) Purulia Chhau
Ans: A
27. Which dance form uses the special walk called ‘Goyedi’?
(A) Odissi
(B) Kolyachanach
(C) Mohiniattam
(D) Kuravanji
Ans: A
28. Assertion (A): The Nayika-s is used extensively in all Indian classical dance styles.
Reason (R): According to Bharata, Khandita and Vipralabdha may not be performed on the stage.
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is true.
Ans: A
29. Rimli Ibrahim was awarded the best male dancer for 2011 by
(A) ICCR
(B) Natyakala
(C) SNA
(D) Attendance
Ans: D
30. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Nalanda i. PratimaGauri
b. Kadamba ii. KanakRele
c. Darpana iii. KumudiniLakhia
d. Nrityagram iv. Mrunalini
Sarabhai
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) iii ii iv i
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: D
31. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Udhwahita, Dhuta, Kampita, Ukshipta
(B) Dhuta, Kampita, Udhwahita, Ukshipta
(C) Udhwahita, Ukshipta, Dhuta, Kampita
(D) Ukshipta, Udhwahita, Dhuta, Kampita
Ans: A
32. Assertion (A): It is not good for a classical dancer to learn more than one style.
Reason (R): It pollutes the styles and confuses the body
(A) (A) is true (R) is false
(B) (A) is false (R) is true
(C) (A) is false (R) is false
(D) (A) is true (R) is true
Ans: B
33. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Kerala kala Mandalam (i) Padma Subrahamaniam
(b) Shantiniketan (ii) Vallathol
(c) Nrityodaya (iii) Ravindranath Tagore
(d) Kadamba (iv) Kumudinilakhia
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (i) (iii) (iv)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: C
34. What is the full form of IGNCA?
(A) Indo Georgian National Centre for Arts
(B) Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts
(C) International Gandhi Natya Centre for Arts
(D) Indira Gandhi Nrutya Centre for Arts
Ans: B
35. In Odissi, the men who dance are traditionally called?
(A) Natuvanars
(B) Gotipua
(C) Rasadhari
(D) Rasiya
Ans: B
36. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Swastika (i) Vrutti
(b) Arala (ii) Pada
(c) Kaisiki (iii) Gati
(d) Hansini (iv) Hasta
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: A
37. One of the most important movements in Ballet is
(A) Chakkar
(B) Araimandi
(C) Chauka
(D) Ufli
Ans: A
38. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Brihadishwara (i) Sun temple
(b) Modhaera (ii) Rasa mandala
(c) Khajuraho (iii) 1000 Years
(d) Bankura (iv) Dance Festival
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: C
39. Who Choreographed ‘Yaksh’?
(A) Anand Shankar
(B) Daksh Sheth
(C) Madhu Nataraj
(D) Astad Dabu
Ans: A
40. Which Cave is known for the ancient Natya Mandap?
(A) Ellora
(B) Elephanta
(C) Bhimbetaka
(D) Sitavenga
Ans: D
41. Learning of dance is important for all as
(A) It keeps the body in shape
(B) It introduces one to culture and tradition
(C) It helps in controlling the emotions
(D) It gives all of above
Ans: D
42. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Sticks (i) Bhangada
(b) Claps (ii) Dandia
(c) Jumps (iii) Danginrutya
(d) Running (iv) Kummi
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: C
43. Assertion (A): Ballet is similar to present day dance-drama.
Reason (R): Both have dance technique, a story line, musical score and stage performance.
(A) (A) is true (R) is false
(B) (A) is false (R) is true
(C) (A) is false (R) is false
(D) (A) is true (R) is true
Ans: D
44. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Shruti
(B) Nartana
(C) Kadambari
(D) SNA Journal
Ans: C
45. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Rakudi (i) Kathak
(b) Zumar (ii) Bharatanatyam
(c) Chevikuttu (iii) Odissi
(d) Vengipotial (iv) Kathakali
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)
(C) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: B
46. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Vajid Ali Shah, Samanya Kshati, Chandalika, Dhabakar
(B) Vajid Ali Shah, Dhabakar, Samanya Kshati, Chandalika
(C) Samanya Kshati, Vajid Ali Shah, Chandalika, Dhabakar
(D) Vajid Ali Shah, Chandalika, Samanya Kshati, Dhabakar
Ans: C
47. Which is the mask dance of Arunachala Pradesh?
(A) Narasimhanach
(B) Khampati
(C) Kawadi-Karagam
(D) Kalbelia
Ans: B
48. Match items in List-I with List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Kavita (i) Bharatanatyam
(b) Sholakuttu (ii) Kathak
(c) Shabdam (iii) Manipuri
(d) Sankirtan (iv) Mohiniattam
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (iii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(D) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
Ans: A
49. The concept of Nataraja was introduced by
(A) Dr. V. Raghavan
(B) Anand Kumar Swami
(C) Shivaram Murthy
(D) Max Mular
Ans: B
50. The many fold use of dance can be
(A) Choreography
(B) Therapy
(C) Teaching
(D) All of above
Ans: D
51. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Manohar Publication
(B) Shubhi Publication
(C) Motilal Benarasidas
(D) Modern Book Agency
Ans: D
52. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Kumudini Lakhia i. Devdas
b. Birju Maharaj ii. Apalam Chapalam
c. Gopi Krishna iii. Umrao Jaan
d. Kitappa Pillai iv. Navrang
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii i iv ii
(B) i iv ii iii
(C) ii i iii iv
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: A
53. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Astab Daboo i. U.S.A.
b. Mary Wigman ii. U.K.
c. Paul Taylor iii. India
d. Alexandra Carter iv. Germany
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv ii i
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) iv iii ii i
Ans: B
54. The book “Bharatanatyam: A reader” is written by
(A) Ananya Chetarji
(B) Devesh Soneji
(C) Ketu Katral
(D) Amrit Shrinivasan
Ans: B
55. Assertion (A): If one watches a Balinese dancer, a Noh actor, a Kabuki actor, an Indian classical dancer or Thai Khon dancer, it is noticed that the movements do not proceed in a straight projectory but in sinuous lines.
Reason (R): They all begin an action with its opposite.
Codes:
(A) (A) and (R) true.
(B) (A) and (R) false.
(C) (A) true, (R) false.
(D) (A) false, (R) true.
Ans: A
56. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Alaripu i. Abhinaya
b. Ufali ii. Singing
c. Thumari iii. Feet movement
d. Purapaad iv. Anjali Hasta
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii ii i iv
(B) iv iii ii i
(C) iv iii i ii
(D) i iii iv i
Ans: C
57. Assertion (A): Everyone does not know that the eyes, the facial muscles, the mouth are important indicators of the intentions and feelings of living beings.
Reason (R): The mask becomes a face and the face a mask.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) true, (R) false.
(D) (A) false, (R) true.
Ans: D
58. Put in the correct sequence of Age:
(A) Birju Maharaj, Raja Reddy, C.V. Chandrasekhar, Rajendra Gangani
(B) C.V. Chandrasekhar, Birju Maharaj, Rajendra Gangani, Raja Reddy
(C) Birju Maharaj, C.V. Chandrasekhar, Raja Reddy, Rajendra Gangani
(D) Birju Maharaj, Raja Reddy, Rajendra Gangani, C.V. Chandrasekhar
Ans: C
59. Pick the odd one out:
(A) The Maharaja Sayaji Rao University of Baroda
(B) School of Performing Arts, Pondicherry University
(C) Sarojini Naidu School of Performing Arts, Hyderabad
(D) Nalanda Centre for Research and Performing Arts, Mumbai
Ans: D
60. Identify the correct sequence from East to West?
(A) Kalbeliya, Bihu, Bamboo Dance, Santhal
(B) Santhal, Bamboo Dance, Kalbeliya, Bihu
(C) Bamboo Dance, Bihu, Santhal, Kalbeliya
(D) Bihu, Santhal, Kalbeliya, Bamboo dance
Ans: C
61. Which Indian modern dancer works with deaf and dumb?
(A) Chandralekha
(B) Astad Debu
(C) Asha Coorlawala
(D) Anita Ratnam
Ans: B
62. Assertion (A): All theatrical cultures have sought to dramatise the facial features by accentuating, deforming on enlarging them.
Reason (R): Kathakali artist practice a special exercise designed to strengthen the eyeball muscles.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) false.
(B) (A) false (R) true.
(C) Both (A) and (R) true.
(D) (A) true (R) false.
Ans: C
63. “Konnakol” is the art of
(A) Playing rhythms on Mridangam
(B) Recitation of Shullas
(C) Make-up
(D) Playing of Veena
Ans: B
64. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Hasta Katha
(B) Abhinaya Darpanam
(C) Srihasta Muktavali
(D) Hastalakshanadipika
Ans: A
65. The most prestigious institution for music and dance in Chennai is
(A) Krishna Gana Sabha
(B) Music Academy
(C) Narad Gana Sabha
(D) ABHAI
Ans: B
66. Assertion (A): Dance is a visual representation and an elaboration of music.
Reason (R): Traditionally, performing musicians and dancers usually stay apart.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true (R) false.
(B) Both (A) and (R) false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) true.
(D) (A) is false (R) true.
Ans: C
67. A Romantic Ballet is
(A) The Sleeping Beauty
(B) The Nutcracker
(C) The Swan Lake
(D) Gisselle
Ans: D
68. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Minaxi Sundaram Pillai i. Akka
b. Smt. Rukmanidevi Arundele ii. Tata
c. Smt. Kalanidhi Narayan iii. Athaiye
d. Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam iv. Mami
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii ii i iv
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iv iii ii i
(D) i ii iii iv
Ans: B
69. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. B.M. Sundaram i. Yoshodhara
b. Prabha Atre ii. Music Notation
c. Maithilisharan Gupta iii. Khayal
d. Pt. Bhatakhande iv. Musicologist
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii i ii iv
(B) i ii iv iii
(C) iv i ii iii
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: D
70. Who of the following is credited with extensive work on “Sangita Ratnakar”?
(A) Dr. Kapila Vatsyayana
(B) Dr. Premlata Sharma
(C) Dr. Sunil Kothari
(D) Dr. Arudra
Ans: B
71. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Audience, Production, Choreography, Script
(B) Production, Script, Choreography, Audience
(C) Script, Choreography, Production, Audience
(D) Choreography, Production, Script, Audience
Ans: C
72. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Nattuvanar i. Monasteries
b. Akharas ii. Manipuri
c. Mandapmapu iii. Taladhari
d. Sattras iv. Gotipua
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv ii i
(B) i ii iii iv
(C) iii iv i ii
(D) iv iii ii i
Ans: A
73. In last couple of years, the dancer’s organizations and institutions of dance are treating one subject specially. It is
(A) Gender issues
(B) Purush-male dancer
(C) Guru-Shishya parampara
(D) Importance of Abhinaya
Ans: A
74. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Nartanam
(B) Shruti
(C) Attendance
(D) Nartaki
Ans: D
75. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Serge Diagelef
(B) Anton Chekhov
(C) Nijinsky
(D) Marius Petipa
Ans: A
76. Assertion (A): The ‘Padmabhushan” award is only given to a traditional Guru.
Reason (R): Nobody has more knowledge than Guru.
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is true.
Ans: C
77. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Sama, Avalokita, Aalokita, Nimilite
(B) Sama, Aalokita, Nimilite, Avalokita
(C) Sama, Nimilite, Aalokita, Avalokita
(D) Aalokita, Nimilite, Sama, Avalokita
Ans: B
78. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Nadai i. Mohiniattam
b. Vaiyam ii. Chhau
c. Ufli iii. Bharatnatyam
d. Purapaad iv. Kathakali
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i iii iv ii
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) iii i ii iv
Ans: D
79. Pick the odd one out: Bharatnatyam was known as Dassiattam earlier as
(A) It was performed by Dasis who worked in the temples.
(B) As it belonged to the families of Dasis.
(C) As Natuvanars only taught the Dasis.
(D) As Dasis were the servants of God.
Ans: C
80. Pt. Shambhu Maharaj was famous for his portrayal of
(A) Kahe Roket Dagaria
(B) Bhavayami Raghurama
(C) Kahe Chedo Chedo
(D) Kauna Gali Gaye Shyam
Ans: D
81. The “Queen of Abhinaya” is always remembered for her portrayal of
(A) Krishna ni begane baro
(B) Sadayuda ne Satat
(C) Ra ra sita
(D) Jatayu Vadham
Ans: A
82. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Khajuraho i. Marble Sculptures
b. Konark ii. Shore temple
c. Mahabalipuram iii. Sun Temple
d. Delwara iv. Dance Festival
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv ii i iii
(B) iv iii ii i
(C) iii iv i ii
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: B
83. Assertion (A): The modern creative dancers in India must learn Chhau and Kalaripayattu.
Reason (R): Both the styles are very physical.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: A
84. Which is the most prominent archival private dance collection in India?
(A) IGNCA Dance Collection
(B) Marg Dance Collection
(C) Mohan Khokar Dance Collection
(D) Anand Kumar Swami Collection
Ans: C
85. Which temple has all 108 Karana’s in order?
(A) Charangapani
(B) Kumbhakonam
(C) Chidambaram
(D) Brihadiswara
Ans: C
86. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Rasa, Bhava, Anubhava, Vyabhichari Bhava
(B) Bhava, Anubhava, Vyabhichari Bhava, Rasa
(C) Bhava, Rasa, Anubhava, Vyabhichari Bhava
(D) Rasa, Bhava, Vyabhichari Bhava, Anubhava
Ans: B
87. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Aditi Mangaldas
(B) Daksha Sheth
(C) Rani Khanam
(D) Prerana Shrimali
Ans: D
88. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Rukmini Devi Arundel i. Minaxi
b. Navtej Johar ii. Kreeda
c. Sonal Mansih iii. Ramayana
d. C.V. Chandrasekhar iv. Kavyagatha
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) iii i iv ii
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) i iv iii ii
Ans: B
89. The Sanskrit treatise, which establishes the inter-relationship of arts is
(A) Sangita Ratnakar
(B) Vishnudharmottara Purana
(C) Natya Darpana
(D) Sangita Saramruta
Ans: B
90. Pick the odd pair out:
(A) Ratan Thaiyam – Manipuri
(B) Leela Sampson – Administration
(C) Astad Daboo – Modern Dance
(D) Pasha Saiyad – Ability Unlimited
Ans: A
91. Assertion (A): Mohiniattam, Shatriya, Chhau are Neo-classical dance styles.
Reason (R): They have come to limelight recently.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(B) (A) and (R) both true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) and (R) are both false.
Ans: B
92. From where did the dancers come to the court of Maharaja of Baroda as Dowry?
(A) Pudhucherry
(B) Selam
(C) Pandanallur
(D) Thanjavur
Ans: D
93. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Katherin de Medici i. Swan lake
b. Marius Petipa ii. Ballet
c. Dia Ghileff iii. Ballerina
d. Anna Pavlova iv. Impressario
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) ii iv i iii
(D) iii i ii iv
Ans: A
94. Pick the odd one out:
The commonalities of Carnatic and North Indian Tala system is
(A) The Gati Bheda
(B) The Jati Bheda
(C) The style of counting
(D) The number of matras
Ans: C
95. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Garba
(B) Kummi
(C) Ghumar
(D) Bhangada
Ans: D
96. Assertion (A): There is no demarcation between classical and creative dance in India today.
Reason (R): Both are performed by same artists.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: D
97. The “New Directions in Indian Dance” is edited by
(A) Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan
(B) Dr. Padma Subrabmaniam
(C) Dr. Nandini Ramani
(D) Dr. Sunil Kothari
Ans: D
98. Which is the most important website for the information of Dance in India?
(A) Kutcheri Buzz
(B) Wikipedia
(C) Narthaki
(D) SNA
Ans: C
99. Nritya Parva 2013 and Natyakala Conference were organized respectively at
(A) Chennai – Bangaluru
(B) Mumbai – Chennai
(C) Baroda – Chennai
(D) Chennai – Bhopal
Ans: C
100. The “Māna”, “Pramana” and “Parimana” are the measures of
(A) Body
(B) Rhythm
(C) Cycles
(D) Melody
Ans: A
(A) Manohar Publication
(B) Shubhi Publication
(C) Motilal Benarasidas
(D) Modern Book Agency
Ans: D
52. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Kumudini Lakhia i. Devdas
b. Birju Maharaj ii. Apalam Chapalam
c. Gopi Krishna iii. Umrao Jaan
d. Kitappa Pillai iv. Navrang
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii i iv ii
(B) i iv ii iii
(C) ii i iii iv
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: A
53. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Astab Daboo i. U.S.A.
b. Mary Wigman ii. U.K.
c. Paul Taylor iii. India
d. Alexandra Carter iv. Germany
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv ii i
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) iv iii ii i
Ans: B
54. The book “Bharatanatyam: A reader” is written by
(A) Ananya Chetarji
(B) Devesh Soneji
(C) Ketu Katral
(D) Amrit Shrinivasan
Ans: B
55. Assertion (A): If one watches a Balinese dancer, a Noh actor, a Kabuki actor, an Indian classical dancer or Thai Khon dancer, it is noticed that the movements do not proceed in a straight projectory but in sinuous lines.
Reason (R): They all begin an action with its opposite.
Codes:
(A) (A) and (R) true.
(B) (A) and (R) false.
(C) (A) true, (R) false.
(D) (A) false, (R) true.
Ans: A
56. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Alaripu i. Abhinaya
b. Ufali ii. Singing
c. Thumari iii. Feet movement
d. Purapaad iv. Anjali Hasta
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii ii i iv
(B) iv iii ii i
(C) iv iii i ii
(D) i iii iv i
Ans: C
57. Assertion (A): Everyone does not know that the eyes, the facial muscles, the mouth are important indicators of the intentions and feelings of living beings.
Reason (R): The mask becomes a face and the face a mask.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) true, (R) false.
(D) (A) false, (R) true.
Ans: D
58. Put in the correct sequence of Age:
(A) Birju Maharaj, Raja Reddy, C.V. Chandrasekhar, Rajendra Gangani
(B) C.V. Chandrasekhar, Birju Maharaj, Rajendra Gangani, Raja Reddy
(C) Birju Maharaj, C.V. Chandrasekhar, Raja Reddy, Rajendra Gangani
(D) Birju Maharaj, Raja Reddy, Rajendra Gangani, C.V. Chandrasekhar
Ans: C
59. Pick the odd one out:
(A) The Maharaja Sayaji Rao University of Baroda
(B) School of Performing Arts, Pondicherry University
(C) Sarojini Naidu School of Performing Arts, Hyderabad
(D) Nalanda Centre for Research and Performing Arts, Mumbai
Ans: D
60. Identify the correct sequence from East to West?
(A) Kalbeliya, Bihu, Bamboo Dance, Santhal
(B) Santhal, Bamboo Dance, Kalbeliya, Bihu
(C) Bamboo Dance, Bihu, Santhal, Kalbeliya
(D) Bihu, Santhal, Kalbeliya, Bamboo dance
Ans: C
61. Which Indian modern dancer works with deaf and dumb?
(A) Chandralekha
(B) Astad Debu
(C) Asha Coorlawala
(D) Anita Ratnam
Ans: B
62. Assertion (A): All theatrical cultures have sought to dramatise the facial features by accentuating, deforming on enlarging them.
Reason (R): Kathakali artist practice a special exercise designed to strengthen the eyeball muscles.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) false.
(B) (A) false (R) true.
(C) Both (A) and (R) true.
(D) (A) true (R) false.
Ans: C
63. “Konnakol” is the art of
(A) Playing rhythms on Mridangam
(B) Recitation of Shullas
(C) Make-up
(D) Playing of Veena
Ans: B
64. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Hasta Katha
(B) Abhinaya Darpanam
(C) Srihasta Muktavali
(D) Hastalakshanadipika
Ans: A
65. The most prestigious institution for music and dance in Chennai is
(A) Krishna Gana Sabha
(B) Music Academy
(C) Narad Gana Sabha
(D) ABHAI
Ans: B
66. Assertion (A): Dance is a visual representation and an elaboration of music.
Reason (R): Traditionally, performing musicians and dancers usually stay apart.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true (R) false.
(B) Both (A) and (R) false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) true.
(D) (A) is false (R) true.
Ans: C
67. A Romantic Ballet is
(A) The Sleeping Beauty
(B) The Nutcracker
(C) The Swan Lake
(D) Gisselle
Ans: D
68. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Minaxi Sundaram Pillai i. Akka
b. Smt. Rukmanidevi Arundele ii. Tata
c. Smt. Kalanidhi Narayan iii. Athaiye
d. Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam iv. Mami
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii ii i iv
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iv iii ii i
(D) i ii iii iv
Ans: B
69. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. B.M. Sundaram i. Yoshodhara
b. Prabha Atre ii. Music Notation
c. Maithilisharan Gupta iii. Khayal
d. Pt. Bhatakhande iv. Musicologist
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii i ii iv
(B) i ii iv iii
(C) iv i ii iii
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: D
70. Who of the following is credited with extensive work on “Sangita Ratnakar”?
(A) Dr. Kapila Vatsyayana
(B) Dr. Premlata Sharma
(C) Dr. Sunil Kothari
(D) Dr. Arudra
Ans: B
71. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Audience, Production, Choreography, Script
(B) Production, Script, Choreography, Audience
(C) Script, Choreography, Production, Audience
(D) Choreography, Production, Script, Audience
Ans: C
72. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Nattuvanar i. Monasteries
b. Akharas ii. Manipuri
c. Mandapmapu iii. Taladhari
d. Sattras iv. Gotipua
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv ii i
(B) i ii iii iv
(C) iii iv i ii
(D) iv iii ii i
Ans: A
73. In last couple of years, the dancer’s organizations and institutions of dance are treating one subject specially. It is
(A) Gender issues
(B) Purush-male dancer
(C) Guru-Shishya parampara
(D) Importance of Abhinaya
Ans: A
74. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Nartanam
(B) Shruti
(C) Attendance
(D) Nartaki
Ans: D
75. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Serge Diagelef
(B) Anton Chekhov
(C) Nijinsky
(D) Marius Petipa
Ans: A
76. Assertion (A): The ‘Padmabhushan” award is only given to a traditional Guru.
Reason (R): Nobody has more knowledge than Guru.
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is true.
Ans: C
77. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Sama, Avalokita, Aalokita, Nimilite
(B) Sama, Aalokita, Nimilite, Avalokita
(C) Sama, Nimilite, Aalokita, Avalokita
(D) Aalokita, Nimilite, Sama, Avalokita
Ans: B
78. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Nadai i. Mohiniattam
b. Vaiyam ii. Chhau
c. Ufli iii. Bharatnatyam
d. Purapaad iv. Kathakali
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i iii iv ii
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) iii i ii iv
Ans: D
79. Pick the odd one out: Bharatnatyam was known as Dassiattam earlier as
(A) It was performed by Dasis who worked in the temples.
(B) As it belonged to the families of Dasis.
(C) As Natuvanars only taught the Dasis.
(D) As Dasis were the servants of God.
Ans: C
80. Pt. Shambhu Maharaj was famous for his portrayal of
(A) Kahe Roket Dagaria
(B) Bhavayami Raghurama
(C) Kahe Chedo Chedo
(D) Kauna Gali Gaye Shyam
Ans: D
81. The “Queen of Abhinaya” is always remembered for her portrayal of
(A) Krishna ni begane baro
(B) Sadayuda ne Satat
(C) Ra ra sita
(D) Jatayu Vadham
Ans: A
82. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Khajuraho i. Marble Sculptures
b. Konark ii. Shore temple
c. Mahabalipuram iii. Sun Temple
d. Delwara iv. Dance Festival
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv ii i iii
(B) iv iii ii i
(C) iii iv i ii
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: B
83. Assertion (A): The modern creative dancers in India must learn Chhau and Kalaripayattu.
Reason (R): Both the styles are very physical.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: A
84. Which is the most prominent archival private dance collection in India?
(A) IGNCA Dance Collection
(B) Marg Dance Collection
(C) Mohan Khokar Dance Collection
(D) Anand Kumar Swami Collection
Ans: C
85. Which temple has all 108 Karana’s in order?
(A) Charangapani
(B) Kumbhakonam
(C) Chidambaram
(D) Brihadiswara
Ans: C
86. Identify the correct sequence:
(A) Rasa, Bhava, Anubhava, Vyabhichari Bhava
(B) Bhava, Anubhava, Vyabhichari Bhava, Rasa
(C) Bhava, Rasa, Anubhava, Vyabhichari Bhava
(D) Rasa, Bhava, Vyabhichari Bhava, Anubhava
Ans: B
87. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Aditi Mangaldas
(B) Daksha Sheth
(C) Rani Khanam
(D) Prerana Shrimali
Ans: D
88. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Rukmini Devi Arundel i. Minaxi
b. Navtej Johar ii. Kreeda
c. Sonal Mansih iii. Ramayana
d. C.V. Chandrasekhar iv. Kavyagatha
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) iii i iv ii
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) i iv iii ii
Ans: B
89. The Sanskrit treatise, which establishes the inter-relationship of arts is
(A) Sangita Ratnakar
(B) Vishnudharmottara Purana
(C) Natya Darpana
(D) Sangita Saramruta
Ans: B
90. Pick the odd pair out:
(A) Ratan Thaiyam – Manipuri
(B) Leela Sampson – Administration
(C) Astad Daboo – Modern Dance
(D) Pasha Saiyad – Ability Unlimited
Ans: A
91. Assertion (A): Mohiniattam, Shatriya, Chhau are Neo-classical dance styles.
Reason (R): They have come to limelight recently.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(B) (A) and (R) both true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) and (R) are both false.
Ans: B
92. From where did the dancers come to the court of Maharaja of Baroda as Dowry?
(A) Pudhucherry
(B) Selam
(C) Pandanallur
(D) Thanjavur
Ans: D
93. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Katherin de Medici i. Swan lake
b. Marius Petipa ii. Ballet
c. Dia Ghileff iii. Ballerina
d. Anna Pavlova iv. Impressario
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) iii iv i ii
(C) ii iv i iii
(D) iii i ii iv
Ans: A
94. Pick the odd one out:
The commonalities of Carnatic and North Indian Tala system is
(A) The Gati Bheda
(B) The Jati Bheda
(C) The style of counting
(D) The number of matras
Ans: C
95. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Garba
(B) Kummi
(C) Ghumar
(D) Bhangada
Ans: D
96. Assertion (A): There is no demarcation between classical and creative dance in India today.
Reason (R): Both are performed by same artists.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: D
97. The “New Directions in Indian Dance” is edited by
(A) Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan
(B) Dr. Padma Subrabmaniam
(C) Dr. Nandini Ramani
(D) Dr. Sunil Kothari
Ans: D
98. Which is the most important website for the information of Dance in India?
(A) Kutcheri Buzz
(B) Wikipedia
(C) Narthaki
(D) SNA
Ans: C
99. Nritya Parva 2013 and Natyakala Conference were organized respectively at
(A) Chennai – Bangaluru
(B) Mumbai – Chennai
(C) Baroda – Chennai
(D) Chennai – Bhopal
Ans: C
100. The “Māna”, “Pramana” and “Parimana” are the measures of
(A) Body
(B) Rhythm
(C) Cycles
(D) Melody
Ans: A