PERFORMING ARTS- DANCE/DRAMA/THEATRE- PAGE 1
PERFORMING ARTS- DANCE/DRAMA/THEATRE- PAGE 1
1. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Pithmardaü i. Hero of Bhāna
b. Vidusaka ii. Servant of the hero
c. Vita iii. Companion of the royal hero
d. Ceta iv. Hero of the subplot
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv i ii
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iv iii i ii
(D) i ii iii iv
Ans: C
2. Assertion (A): There is no difference between Nātak and Prakarana
Reason (R): Both are considered to be Rupaka by Bharata.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) (A) is true (R) is false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are false
(D) (A) is false (R) is true.
Ans: D
3. Select the correct sequence of the following items of Purvaranga:
(A) Avatarana, Ārambha, Āshrāvanā, Pratyāhāra
(B) Ārambha, Avatarana , Pratyāhāra Āshrāvanā,
(C) Pratyāhāra, Avatarana, Ārambha, Āshrāvanā
(D) Āshrāvanā, Ārambha, Avatarana, Pratyāhāra
Ans: C
4. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Rangpith
(B) Rangsirsh
(C) Rangdwar
(D) Mattavarni
Ans: C
5. One kind of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act
(A) Ihāmrga
(B) Vyāyoga
(C) Bhāna
(D) Vithi
Ans: C
6. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Maryada Purushottamü i. Karna
b. Ranachhod ii. Rama
c. Dashanan iii. Krishna
d. Sutputra iv. Ravana
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv i iii
(B) iv i iii ii
(C) iii ii i iv
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: D
7. Select the correct sequence of appearance of the following characters:
(A) Jatayu, Marich, Shravan, Shurpanakha
(B) Shravan, Marich, Jatayu, Shurpanakha
(C) Marich, Shravan, Shurpanakha, Jatayu
(D) Shravan, Shurpanakha, Marich, Jatayu
Ans: D
8. “Shilapadikaram” is
(A) Sanskrit treatise
(B) Love story
(C) Tamil classic
(D) Treatise on dance
Ans: C
9. Assertion (A): The puppets have a broad social base and cast a wide net.
Reason (R): They keep incorporating new thematic and textual material drawn from social life, customs and beliefs.
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: A
10. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Madhavi
(B) Madurai
(C) Kannagi
(D) Kovalan
Ans: B
11. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Draupadi i. Janak
b. Mandodari ii. Bhima
c. Sita iii. Arjuna
d. Hidimba iv. Ravana
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv i ii
(B) iii ii iv i
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: A
12. Match items in List – I with the Items in List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Jarjara sthapana i. Epilogue
b. Bharat Vakya ii. Gestures
c. Yavanika iii. Purvaranga
d. Mudra iv. Front curtain
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv i iii
(B) i iii ii iv
(C) iv ii iii i
(D) iii i iv ii
Ans: D
13. Assertion (A): Myths and folklores are relevant for the contemporary society, since they tell us the history of mankind.
Reason (R): Myths and folklores are always based on historical evidences.
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: C
14. Write in correct order
(A) Pataka, Prakari, Bindu, Beeja, Karya
(B) Prakari, Bindu, Pataka, Karya, Beeja
(C) Beeja, Karya, Pataka, Bindu, Prakari
(D) Beeja, Bindu, Pataka, Prakari, Karya
Ans: D
15. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Shalya
(B) Sumanta
(C) Jayadratha
(D) Jarasandha
Ans: B
16. Who was cursed to remain immortal forever by Krishna in Mahabharata?
(A) Jarasandha
(B) Sishupala
(C) Ashwatthama
(D) Prurochana
Ans: C
17. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Vaidehi i. Rama
b. Raghukul Nandan ii. Kamban
c. Ramavatara iii. Sita
d. Mandodari iv. Ramayana
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii i ii iv
(B) ii i iii iv
(C) i ii iv iii
(D) iv iii ii i
Ans: A
18. Assertion (A): King Kulasekhara Varman Cheraman Perumal wrote two plays viz. Subhadraharana and Tapatisamvarana
Reason (R): King of Tamil chera dynasty Kulasekhara varman reformed Koodiyattam.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is true
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: B
19. Identify the correct sequence of their appearance in Mahabharata:
(A) Rukmani, Pradyuman, Pratip, Ghatotkatcha
(B) Pratip, Pradyuman, Rukmani, Ghatotkatcha
(C) Pratip, Rukmani, Pradyuman, Ghatotkatcha
(D) Pradyuman, Ghatotkatcha, Pratip, Rukmani
Ans: C
20. Pick the odd one out
(A) Brihaspati
(B) Ganga
(C) Shukracharya
(D) Krishna
Ans: C
21. It is a famous commentary on Nātyashastra
(A) Natya Lakshan Ratanakosh
(B) Natya Manjari Suarabh
(C) Abhinav Bharati
(D) Astadhyayi
Ans: C
22. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Natak i. Stage
b. Mattavarani ii. Tala
c. Nritta iii. Rupaka
d. Kakshavibhag iv. Zonal Division
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iii iv
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iii i ii iv
(D) iv ii i iii
Ans: C
23. Assertion (A): Panchamveda is Natyashastra
Reason (R): Natyashastra deals with various types of theatres, Abhinay and Rasa.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is false.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is true.
Ans: A
24. Identify the correct sequence of the chapters of Natyashastra
(A) Puja to the Gods of stage, Origin of Drama, Description of Karan, Description of Play House
(B) Origin of Drama, Description of Play House, Puja to the Gods of Stage, Description of Karan
(C) Origin of Drama, Puja to the Gods of Stage, Description of Play House, Description of Karan
(D) Puja to the Gods of stage, Origin of Drama, Description of Play House, Description of Karan
Ans: B
25. The episode which does not belong to Krishnanattam
(A) Avatāram
(B) Bāl lila
(C) Kaliyamardanam
(D) Rasakrida
Ans: B
26. Match the items in List – I with the items in List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Kalakshetra i. New Delhi
b. Kalamandalam ii. Mumbai
c. National centre for performing arts iii. Kerala
d. National School of Drama iv. Chennai
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) i iv iii ii
(C) iv iii ii i
(D) iii ii i iv
Ans: C
27. Assertion (A): A Guru should be like a second parent to his students, who ensures the overall development of them.
Reason (R): More than parents a guru is placed on the level of God and is respected accordingly.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: B
28. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Adya Rangcharya – Indian theatre
(B) Badal Sircar – Evam Indrajit
(C) Suresh Awasthi – Performance tradition in India
(D) K.N. Pannikar – Ashad Ka Ek Din
Ans: D
29. Which of the following is correctly matched?
(A) Katti Vesham – Kathakali
(B) Sangit Natak Akademi – Chennai
(C) Pachha Vesham – Duryodhan
(D) Raslila – Dwaraka
Ans: A
30. Mask like make-up is associated with
(A) Noh
(B) Manipuri
(C) Kathakali
(D) Khon
Ans: C
31. Match the items in List – I with the items in List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Kathputli i. Andhra Pradesh
b. Pavakoothu ii. Karnataka
c. Gomeatta iii. Rajasthan
d. Tolu-Bomalatta iv. Kerala
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv ii i iii
(B) iii iv ii i
(C) i iii iv ii
(D) ii i iii iv
Ans: B
32. Assertion (A): The way we use our body in daily life is substantially different from the way the body, used in the performances.
Reason (R): In daily life, we use the body technique which has been conditioned by our culture, social status and our profession.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is correct, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is correct.
Ans: A
33. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Kamban Ramayana – Tamil Nadu
(B) Rangnath Ramayana – Telugu
(C) Vichitra Ramayan – Orissa
(D) Valmiki Ramayana – Kerala
Ans: D
34. Which one is not correctly matched?
(A) Dummy Horse – Tamil Nadu
(B) Naga Dance – Manipur
(C) Chakkiyar Koothu – Andhra Pradesh
(D) Mohiniyattam – Kalyanikutti Amma
Ans: C
35. Which is not correctly matched?
(A) Birju Maharaj – Kathak
(B) Kapila Vatsyayan – Odissi
(C) Rukmini Devi Arundele – Bharat Natyam
(D) Kalamandalam Gopi – Kathakali
Ans: B
36. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Sri Shankuka i. Ashru
b. Bhayanak ii. Vibhāv
c. Sattvika iii. Rasa
d. Alambana iv. Commentator
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iii iv
(B) ii iv iii i
(C) iii ii i iv
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: D
37. Assertion (A): Mahabharata has played a vital role in our Performing Arts practice.
Reason (R): It communicates good values to the society.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: C
38. Identify the correct sequence as per their Geographical origin:
(A) Chakyar Koothu, Krishnanattam, Ramanattam, Kathakali
(B) Ramanattam, Krishnanattam, Chakyar Koothu, Kathakali
(C) Chakyar Koothu, Ramanattam, Krishnanattam, Kathakali
(D) Chakyar Koothu, Kathakali, Krishnanattam, Ramanattam
Ans: A
39. Pick the odd one out in respect of the colours used in Krishnanattam.
(A) Pazhuppu
(B) Kazhuppu
(C) Minukku
(D) Paccha
Ans: B
40. The Chief Rasa of Bhana is
(A) Sringara
(B) Hasya
(C) Karuna
(D) Bibhatsa
Ans: B
41. Match the List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Arbhatti i. Stylization
b. Natyadharmi ii. Roopaka
c. Rangabhumi iii. Vritti
d. Prakarana iv. Empty space
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv iii i
(B) i iii ii iv
(C) iii i iv iii
(D) iv ii i iii
Ans: C
42. Assertion (A): Nandikeshvara in his own way analyses the principles of natyashastra in his book “Abhinaya Darpana”.
Reason (R): Nandikeshvara rejects the concepts established by Bharata in Nayashastra.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true
Ans: B
43. Arrange the incarnation of Lord Vishnu according to his appearance
(A) Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasingha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Balarama, Budha, Kalki
(B) Kurma, Matsya, Narasingha, Rama, Varaha, Parshurama, Balarama, Budha, Kalki, Vamana
(C) Vamana, Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasingha, Parshurama, Balarama, Kalki, Rama, Budha
(D) Parshurama, Balarama, Kurma, Matsya, Rama, Budha, Varaha, Kalki, Narasingha, Vamana
Ans: A
44. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Vasakasajja
(B) Dhirodhata
(C) Kalahantarita
(D) Vipralabdha
Ans: B
45. Folk theatre usually depends upon
(A) Well written text
(B) Vague ideas of the plot
(C) Improvisation & Spontaneity
(D) Method acting
Ans: C
46. Match the items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Prakari i. Rupaka
b. Kaishiki ii. Bhava
c. Samavakar iii. Arthaprakriti
d. Krandana iv. Vritti
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv i ii
(B) i iv ii iii
(C) iv i iii ii
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: A
47. Assertion (A): All the Sanskrit plays follow the principles of Natyashastra
Reason (R): Natyashastra theorised the classical performance practices of Indian theatre.
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: D
48. Arrange the following theatrical forms according to the geographical order from North to South:
(A) Burrakatha, Jatra, Maach, Aankianat, Koodiyattam
(B) Aankianat, Jatra, Maach, Burrakatha, Koodiyattam
(C) Jatra, Koodiyattam, Aankianat, Burrakatha, Maach
(D) Koodiyattam, Jatra, Burrakatha, Maach, Aankianat
Ans: B
49. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Kudiyattam
(B) Yaksh-agana
(C) Bhavai
(D) Lavani
Ans: D
50. The first ever play performed by Bharatamuni in classical Indian style, according to Natyashastra, is named as
(A) Ananda-Parvatam
(B) Amrita-Manthanam
(C) Hasya-Chudamani
(D) Samudra-Manthanam
Ans: B
List – I List – II
a. Pithmardaü i. Hero of Bhāna
b. Vidusaka ii. Servant of the hero
c. Vita iii. Companion of the royal hero
d. Ceta iv. Hero of the subplot
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv i ii
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iv iii i ii
(D) i ii iii iv
Ans: C
2. Assertion (A): There is no difference between Nātak and Prakarana
Reason (R): Both are considered to be Rupaka by Bharata.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) (A) is true (R) is false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are false
(D) (A) is false (R) is true.
Ans: D
3. Select the correct sequence of the following items of Purvaranga:
(A) Avatarana, Ārambha, Āshrāvanā, Pratyāhāra
(B) Ārambha, Avatarana , Pratyāhāra Āshrāvanā,
(C) Pratyāhāra, Avatarana, Ārambha, Āshrāvanā
(D) Āshrāvanā, Ārambha, Avatarana, Pratyāhāra
Ans: C
4. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Rangpith
(B) Rangsirsh
(C) Rangdwar
(D) Mattavarni
Ans: C
5. One kind of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act
(A) Ihāmrga
(B) Vyāyoga
(C) Bhāna
(D) Vithi
Ans: C
6. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Maryada Purushottamü i. Karna
b. Ranachhod ii. Rama
c. Dashanan iii. Krishna
d. Sutputra iv. Ravana
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv i iii
(B) iv i iii ii
(C) iii ii i iv
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: D
7. Select the correct sequence of appearance of the following characters:
(A) Jatayu, Marich, Shravan, Shurpanakha
(B) Shravan, Marich, Jatayu, Shurpanakha
(C) Marich, Shravan, Shurpanakha, Jatayu
(D) Shravan, Shurpanakha, Marich, Jatayu
Ans: D
8. “Shilapadikaram” is
(A) Sanskrit treatise
(B) Love story
(C) Tamil classic
(D) Treatise on dance
Ans: C
9. Assertion (A): The puppets have a broad social base and cast a wide net.
Reason (R): They keep incorporating new thematic and textual material drawn from social life, customs and beliefs.
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: A
10. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Madhavi
(B) Madurai
(C) Kannagi
(D) Kovalan
Ans: B
11. Match the following:
List – I List – II
a. Draupadi i. Janak
b. Mandodari ii. Bhima
c. Sita iii. Arjuna
d. Hidimba iv. Ravana
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv i ii
(B) iii ii iv i
(C) i ii iii iv
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: A
12. Match items in List – I with the Items in List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Jarjara sthapana i. Epilogue
b. Bharat Vakya ii. Gestures
c. Yavanika iii. Purvaranga
d. Mudra iv. Front curtain
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv i iii
(B) i iii ii iv
(C) iv ii iii i
(D) iii i iv ii
Ans: D
13. Assertion (A): Myths and folklores are relevant for the contemporary society, since they tell us the history of mankind.
Reason (R): Myths and folklores are always based on historical evidences.
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: C
14. Write in correct order
(A) Pataka, Prakari, Bindu, Beeja, Karya
(B) Prakari, Bindu, Pataka, Karya, Beeja
(C) Beeja, Karya, Pataka, Bindu, Prakari
(D) Beeja, Bindu, Pataka, Prakari, Karya
Ans: D
15. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Shalya
(B) Sumanta
(C) Jayadratha
(D) Jarasandha
Ans: B
16. Who was cursed to remain immortal forever by Krishna in Mahabharata?
(A) Jarasandha
(B) Sishupala
(C) Ashwatthama
(D) Prurochana
Ans: C
17. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Vaidehi i. Rama
b. Raghukul Nandan ii. Kamban
c. Ramavatara iii. Sita
d. Mandodari iv. Ramayana
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii i ii iv
(B) ii i iii iv
(C) i ii iv iii
(D) iv iii ii i
Ans: A
18. Assertion (A): King Kulasekhara Varman Cheraman Perumal wrote two plays viz. Subhadraharana and Tapatisamvarana
Reason (R): King of Tamil chera dynasty Kulasekhara varman reformed Koodiyattam.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is true
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: B
19. Identify the correct sequence of their appearance in Mahabharata:
(A) Rukmani, Pradyuman, Pratip, Ghatotkatcha
(B) Pratip, Pradyuman, Rukmani, Ghatotkatcha
(C) Pratip, Rukmani, Pradyuman, Ghatotkatcha
(D) Pradyuman, Ghatotkatcha, Pratip, Rukmani
Ans: C
20. Pick the odd one out
(A) Brihaspati
(B) Ganga
(C) Shukracharya
(D) Krishna
Ans: C
21. It is a famous commentary on Nātyashastra
(A) Natya Lakshan Ratanakosh
(B) Natya Manjari Suarabh
(C) Abhinav Bharati
(D) Astadhyayi
Ans: C
22. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Natak i. Stage
b. Mattavarani ii. Tala
c. Nritta iii. Rupaka
d. Kakshavibhag iv. Zonal Division
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iii iv
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iii i ii iv
(D) iv ii i iii
Ans: C
23. Assertion (A): Panchamveda is Natyashastra
Reason (R): Natyashastra deals with various types of theatres, Abhinay and Rasa.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false (R) is false.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is true.
Ans: A
24. Identify the correct sequence of the chapters of Natyashastra
(A) Puja to the Gods of stage, Origin of Drama, Description of Karan, Description of Play House
(B) Origin of Drama, Description of Play House, Puja to the Gods of Stage, Description of Karan
(C) Origin of Drama, Puja to the Gods of Stage, Description of Play House, Description of Karan
(D) Puja to the Gods of stage, Origin of Drama, Description of Play House, Description of Karan
Ans: B
25. The episode which does not belong to Krishnanattam
(A) Avatāram
(B) Bāl lila
(C) Kaliyamardanam
(D) Rasakrida
Ans: B
26. Match the items in List – I with the items in List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Kalakshetra i. New Delhi
b. Kalamandalam ii. Mumbai
c. National centre for performing arts iii. Kerala
d. National School of Drama iv. Chennai
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii i iv iii
(B) i iv iii ii
(C) iv iii ii i
(D) iii ii i iv
Ans: C
27. Assertion (A): A Guru should be like a second parent to his students, who ensures the overall development of them.
Reason (R): More than parents a guru is placed on the level of God and is respected accordingly.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: B
28. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Adya Rangcharya – Indian theatre
(B) Badal Sircar – Evam Indrajit
(C) Suresh Awasthi – Performance tradition in India
(D) K.N. Pannikar – Ashad Ka Ek Din
Ans: D
29. Which of the following is correctly matched?
(A) Katti Vesham – Kathakali
(B) Sangit Natak Akademi – Chennai
(C) Pachha Vesham – Duryodhan
(D) Raslila – Dwaraka
Ans: A
30. Mask like make-up is associated with
(A) Noh
(B) Manipuri
(C) Kathakali
(D) Khon
Ans: C
31. Match the items in List – I with the items in List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Kathputli i. Andhra Pradesh
b. Pavakoothu ii. Karnataka
c. Gomeatta iii. Rajasthan
d. Tolu-Bomalatta iv. Kerala
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv ii i iii
(B) iii iv ii i
(C) i iii iv ii
(D) ii i iii iv
Ans: B
32. Assertion (A): The way we use our body in daily life is substantially different from the way the body, used in the performances.
Reason (R): In daily life, we use the body technique which has been conditioned by our culture, social status and our profession.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is correct, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is correct.
Ans: A
33. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Kamban Ramayana – Tamil Nadu
(B) Rangnath Ramayana – Telugu
(C) Vichitra Ramayan – Orissa
(D) Valmiki Ramayana – Kerala
Ans: D
34. Which one is not correctly matched?
(A) Dummy Horse – Tamil Nadu
(B) Naga Dance – Manipur
(C) Chakkiyar Koothu – Andhra Pradesh
(D) Mohiniyattam – Kalyanikutti Amma
Ans: C
35. Which is not correctly matched?
(A) Birju Maharaj – Kathak
(B) Kapila Vatsyayan – Odissi
(C) Rukmini Devi Arundele – Bharat Natyam
(D) Kalamandalam Gopi – Kathakali
Ans: B
36. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Sri Shankuka i. Ashru
b. Bhayanak ii. Vibhāv
c. Sattvika iii. Rasa
d. Alambana iv. Commentator
Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iii iv
(B) ii iv iii i
(C) iii ii i iv
(D) iv iii i ii
Ans: D
37. Assertion (A): Mahabharata has played a vital role in our Performing Arts practice.
Reason (R): It communicates good values to the society.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: C
38. Identify the correct sequence as per their Geographical origin:
(A) Chakyar Koothu, Krishnanattam, Ramanattam, Kathakali
(B) Ramanattam, Krishnanattam, Chakyar Koothu, Kathakali
(C) Chakyar Koothu, Ramanattam, Krishnanattam, Kathakali
(D) Chakyar Koothu, Kathakali, Krishnanattam, Ramanattam
Ans: A
39. Pick the odd one out in respect of the colours used in Krishnanattam.
(A) Pazhuppu
(B) Kazhuppu
(C) Minukku
(D) Paccha
Ans: B
40. The Chief Rasa of Bhana is
(A) Sringara
(B) Hasya
(C) Karuna
(D) Bibhatsa
Ans: B
41. Match the List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Arbhatti i. Stylization
b. Natyadharmi ii. Roopaka
c. Rangabhumi iii. Vritti
d. Prakarana iv. Empty space
Codes:
a b c d
(A) ii iv iii i
(B) i iii ii iv
(C) iii i iv iii
(D) iv ii i iii
Ans: C
42. Assertion (A): Nandikeshvara in his own way analyses the principles of natyashastra in his book “Abhinaya Darpana”.
Reason (R): Nandikeshvara rejects the concepts established by Bharata in Nayashastra.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true
Ans: B
43. Arrange the incarnation of Lord Vishnu according to his appearance
(A) Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasingha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Balarama, Budha, Kalki
(B) Kurma, Matsya, Narasingha, Rama, Varaha, Parshurama, Balarama, Budha, Kalki, Vamana
(C) Vamana, Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasingha, Parshurama, Balarama, Kalki, Rama, Budha
(D) Parshurama, Balarama, Kurma, Matsya, Rama, Budha, Varaha, Kalki, Narasingha, Vamana
Ans: A
44. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Vasakasajja
(B) Dhirodhata
(C) Kalahantarita
(D) Vipralabdha
Ans: B
45. Folk theatre usually depends upon
(A) Well written text
(B) Vague ideas of the plot
(C) Improvisation & Spontaneity
(D) Method acting
Ans: C
46. Match the items in List – I with List – II:
List – I List – II
a. Prakari i. Rupaka
b. Kaishiki ii. Bhava
c. Samavakar iii. Arthaprakriti
d. Krandana iv. Vritti
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iii iv i ii
(B) i iv ii iii
(C) iv i iii ii
(D) ii iii iv i
Ans: A
47. Assertion (A): All the Sanskrit plays follow the principles of Natyashastra
Reason (R): Natyashastra theorised the classical performance practices of Indian theatre.
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: D
48. Arrange the following theatrical forms according to the geographical order from North to South:
(A) Burrakatha, Jatra, Maach, Aankianat, Koodiyattam
(B) Aankianat, Jatra, Maach, Burrakatha, Koodiyattam
(C) Jatra, Koodiyattam, Aankianat, Burrakatha, Maach
(D) Koodiyattam, Jatra, Burrakatha, Maach, Aankianat
Ans: B
49. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Kudiyattam
(B) Yaksh-agana
(C) Bhavai
(D) Lavani
Ans: D
50. The first ever play performed by Bharatamuni in classical Indian style, according to Natyashastra, is named as
(A) Ananda-Parvatam
(B) Amrita-Manthanam
(C) Hasya-Chudamani
(D) Samudra-Manthanam
Ans: B
51. Assertion (A): The Kutiyattam performance departs radically from the text of a play.
Reason (R): Kutiyattam structure lays stress on the introduction of characters and elaboration of the story not found in the act of the written play.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is false.
Ans: B
52. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II:
List – I List – II
(a) Rāslila (i) The Ritual Tradition
(b) Teyyam (ii) The Folk Popular Tradition
(c) Tamasha (iii) The Classical Tradition
(d) Kutiyattam (iv) The Devotional Tradition
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(B) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(C) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(D) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
Ans: B
53. Give the correct sequence in respect of their Geographical Origin from South to North:
(A) Bhand Jashna, Nautanki, Veethi Natakam, Krshnattam.
(B) Veethi Natakam, Krshnattam, Bhand Jashna, Nautanki.
(C) Krshnattam, Veethi Natakam, Nautanki, Bhand Jashna.
(D) Nautanki, Bhand Jashna, Krshnattam, Veethi Natakam.
Ans: C
54. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Bhavai
(B) Nautanki
(C) Teyyam
(D) Tamasha
Ans: C
55. Mānch is a folk popular tradition which is prevalent in
(A) Uttar Pradesh
(B) Punjab
(C) Rajasthan
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Ans: D
56. Assertion (A): The concepts of nātya, n tya and n tta seem to have one thing in common, namely gātravikshepa or movement of limbs.
Reason (R): All these forms lack the Satvik Abhinaya.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is false.
Ans: D
57. Match items in List-I with the items in List-II:
List – I List – II
(a) Kakshya (i) Voice Modulation in delivery of speeches.
(b) Kāku (ii) Graceful mode of dramatic presentation
(c) Kaishiki (iii) Zonal division of stage
(d) Karyavastha (iv) Stages of Plot
Development
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (iv) (ii) (iii)
(B) (iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
Ans: B
58. Which is the correct sequence?
(A) Bhāsa, Kālidasa, Ashwaghosha, Bhavbhuti, Shudraka.
(B) Kalidasa, Bhavbhuti, Bhāsa, Shudraka, Ashwaghosha.
(C) Ashwaghosh, Bhāsa, Kālidāsa, Shudraka, Bhavbhuti.
(D) Shudraka, Bhāsa, Ashwaghosha, Bhavbhuti, Kalidasa.
Ans: C
59. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Mattavar i
(B) Brahmamandala
(C) Ragapitha
(D) Pataka
Ans: D
60. The word ‘Pusta’ is described in the context of
(A) Angika Abhinaya
(B) Vachika Abhinaya
(C) Āharya Abhinaya
(D) Sattvika Abhinaya
Ans: C
61. Assertion (A): Experiment kills the tradition.
Reason (R): Art depicts the contemporary requirement and interest of the society.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Ans: C
62. Arrange the correct sequence:
(A) Mishra, Khand, Tisra, Sankirn
(B) Tisra, Khand, Mishra,Sankirn
(C) Khand, Tisra, Mishra, Sankirn
(D) Khand, Mishra, Tisra, Sankirn
Ans: B
63. Pick the Odd one out:
(A) Shruti
(B) Nartanam
(C) Chhayanat
(D) Kadambini
Ans: D
64. Match items in List-I with items in List-II.
List – I List – II
(a) NupiLan (i) Priti Patel
(b) Shravan (ii) Sachin Shankar
(c) Malem (iii) Charu Sija
(d) Ghost (iv) Kumudini Lakhia
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (iii) (iv) (ii)
(B) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iv) (ii) (i) (iii)
Ans: B
65. Pick the Odd one out:
(A) Hallisak
(B) Chhalikya
(C) Lasya
(D) Rechaka
Ans: D
66. Which university does not have department of Dance?
(A) Maharaja Seyajirao University
(B) Indira Kala Sangeet University
(C) Ravindra Bharati University
(D) Amity University
Ans: D
67. Select the choreography which Uday Shankar did for Anna Pavlova:
(A) Labour and Machine
(B) Radha Krishna
(C) Panchtantra
(D) Indra
Ans: B
68. Assertion (A): The traditional system of Guru Shishyaparampara of teaching requires a very long period apprenticeship.
Reason (R): All institution has considered introducing specialised training in the many professional areas.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false and (R) is true.
(B) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Ans: C
69. In which play a competition is held to prove the ability of dance teacher?
(A) Abhigyanshakuntalam
(B) Karpoormanjiri
(C) Malvikagnimitram
(D) Ramcharitam
Ans: C
70. Match items in List-I with items in List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Banaras (i) Name of Dance
(b) Uppu (ii) Name of Gharana
(c) Pandanalloor (iii) Name of Instrument
(d) Gidda (iv) Name of Bani
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
(D) (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
Ans: B
71. Pick the Odd one out:
(A) BalaSaraswati
(B) Yamini Krishnamurthy
(C) Johra Sahgal
(D) Sanyukta Panigrahi
Ans: C
72. Arrange the correct sequence:
(A) Learning, Perfection, Practice, Perform.
(B) Practice, Learning, Perfection, Perform.
(C) Perfection, Perform, Practice, Learning.
(D) Learning, Practice, Perfection, Perform.
Ans: D
73. Assertion (A): Yoga is in the complete oneness of soul and body.
Reason (R): This oneness can be attaining through dance.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(B) (R) is true and (A) is false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Ans: C
74. Put in the correct sequence of appearance:
(A) Dasharatha, Kaikeyi, Valmiki, Manthara
(B) Valmiki, Dasharatha, Manthara, Kaikeyi
(C) Valmiki, Dasharatha, Kaikeyi, Manthara
(D) Valmiki, Kaikeyi, Dashratha, Manthara
Ans: C
75. ‘Baithakibhava’ is a speciality of
(A) Kathakali
(B) Saraikela
(C) Kathak
(D) Sattariya
Ans: C
76. Pick the odd one out:
Indian Art historians and scholars
(A) Leela Venkatraman
(B) Shanta Sarabjeet Singh
(C) Mohan Gokhale
(D) Choodamani Nandagopal
Ans: C
77. Assertion (A): Shiva danced the Gajasamhara Nritta.
Reason (R): After subduing Muyalaka Shiva performed this Nritta.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: A
78. Which pair is not matched properly?
(A) Kavandi – Shilappadi Karam.
(B) Shahir Amar Shaikh– Tamasha
(C) Chutti – Ahaarya
(D) Mask – Silambuattam
Ans: D
79. Match the following:
List – I List – II
(a) Vipralabdha (i) Heroine disappointed in separation.
(b) Khandita (ii) Heroine deceived by hero.
(c) Virahotkanthita (iii) Heroine depressed in jealous anger.
(d) Proshitabhartruka (iv) Heroine depressed with so-journing husband.
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(B) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(C) (iv) (i) (iii) (ii)
(D) (i) (iv) (ii) (iii)
Ans: B
80. Select the correct sequence:
(A) Noh, Bharatanatyam, Ballet, Modern Dance.
(B) Ballet, Noh, Bharatanatyam, Modern Dance.
(C) Modern Dance, Noh, Ballet, Bharatanatyam.
(D) Noh, Ballet, Modern Dance, Bharatanatyam.
Ans: A
81. Assertion (A): In Bharata’s concept of nātya, dance and drama are not distinct entities.
Reason (R): Both are knit together by the common element of Abhinaya.
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
82. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II.
List – I List – II
(a) Uttar Ramacharita (i) Vishakhdatta
(b) Ve i Sanhar (ii) Bhavbhuti
(c) Mudra Rakshas (iii) Harsha
(d) Ratnavali (iv) Bhatt Nārāya a
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(B) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
(D) (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
Ans: B
83. Which is the correct sequence in Purvaranga?
(A) Pratyāhār, Nāndi, Rang Dwār, Trigata, Prarochanā.
(B) Nāndi, Rang Dwār, Prarochanā, Pratyāhār, Trigata.
(C) Rang Dwār, Trigata, Prarochanā, Pratyāhār, Nāndi.
(D) Prarochanā, Nāndi, Rang Dwār, Trigata, Pratyāhār.
Ans: A
84. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Rāsaka
(B) Hallisaka
(C) Bhānika
(D) Īhāmruga
Ans: D
85. A type of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act?
(A) Vyayoga
(B) Vithi
(C) Bhā a
(D) Utsrustikānka
Ans: C
86. Assertion (A): The Mahabharata and Bhagavata Purana had powerful hold on some Traditional Theatre Forms.
Reason (R): They leaned heavily upon these for their heroic themes.
Codes:
(A) (A) and (R) are true.
(B) (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: A
87. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II.
List – I List – II
(a) Entry songs in Bhavai (i) Pharikhanda
(b) Shield and Sword used for exercises in Chhau (ii) Jarjara
(c) Carved wooden stool used in Kutiyattam (iii) Āva u
(d) Pole used during the preliminaries (iv) Pitham
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
(B) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(C) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
(D) (i) (ii) (iv) (iii)
Ans: B
88. Which is the correct sequence in respect of the Geographical origin from North to South?
(A) Khyal, Tamasha, Yakshagan, Kaliyattam, Bhanda Jashna.
(B) Thamasha, Yakshagana, Kaliyattam, Bhanda Jashna, Khyal.
(C) Bhand Jashna, Khyal, Tamasha, Yakshagan, Kaliyattam.
(D) Kaliyattam, Yakshagan, Khyal, Bhand Jashna, Tamasha.
Ans: C
89. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Mizhavu
(B) Eddaka
(C) Dholak
(D) Kadali
Ans: D
90. This is an Indian dramatic form confined to AGRA, the home of Taj Mahal
(A) Bhagvat Mela
(B) Bhagat
(C) Bharatlila
(D) Bhamakalapam
Ans: B
91. Assertion (A): There is a great deal to learn about Indian Civilisation from Sanskrit plays.
Reason (R): Sanskrit plays give a perspective of pervading views of philosophy and religion.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: A
92. Putabheda is movement of
(A) Eyebrows
(B) Eyelids
(C) Eyelash
(D) Eyeballs
Ans: B
93. Assertion (A): Indian drama avoided realism and gave scope to imagination.
Reason (R): Angikabhinaya was the basis of Indian drama.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: C
94. Silappadikaram explains the
(A) 10 Rupakas
(B) 9 Rasas
(C) 8 Nayikas
(D) 11 Kuttus
Ans: D
95. The spirit dance of Burma is called
(A) Nat Pue
(B) Yokthe Pue
(C) Wayang Kulit
(D) Lakon
Ans: A
96. Which pair is not properly matched?
(A) Sutra – Mana
(B) Shalabhanjika – Vrikshikha
(C) Surasundari – Gandharva
(D) Lokeswara – Buddha
Ans: C
97. Which pair is not properly matched?
(A) Vyaghrapada – Patanjali
(B) Kubhakarna – Vibheeshana
(C) Karna – Shakuni
(D) Urmila – Sita
Ans: C
98. Match the following:
List – I List – II
(a) Faithful nayaka (i) Dharma-vira
(b) Righteous nayaka (ii) Dhiroddhata
(c) Arrogantnayaka (iii) Shatha
(d) Shameless nayaka (iv) Anukula
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(B) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(C) (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
(D) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
Ans: B
99. Which pair is not properly matched?
(A) Tara – Vali
(B) Madhavi – Mahabharata
(C) Kunti – Surya
(D) Duryodhana – Bhanumati
Ans: B
100. Match the following:
List – I List – II
(a) Mandodari (i) Bhalu
(b) Mareecha (ii) Pakshi
(c) Jambavan (iii) Manduka
(d) Jatayu (iv) Mruga
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (iii) (iv) (ii) (i)
(D) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
Ans: D
Reason (R): Kutiyattam structure lays stress on the introduction of characters and elaboration of the story not found in the act of the written play.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is false.
Ans: B
52. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II:
List – I List – II
(a) Rāslila (i) The Ritual Tradition
(b) Teyyam (ii) The Folk Popular Tradition
(c) Tamasha (iii) The Classical Tradition
(d) Kutiyattam (iv) The Devotional Tradition
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(B) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(C) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(D) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
Ans: B
53. Give the correct sequence in respect of their Geographical Origin from South to North:
(A) Bhand Jashna, Nautanki, Veethi Natakam, Krshnattam.
(B) Veethi Natakam, Krshnattam, Bhand Jashna, Nautanki.
(C) Krshnattam, Veethi Natakam, Nautanki, Bhand Jashna.
(D) Nautanki, Bhand Jashna, Krshnattam, Veethi Natakam.
Ans: C
54. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Bhavai
(B) Nautanki
(C) Teyyam
(D) Tamasha
Ans: C
55. Mānch is a folk popular tradition which is prevalent in
(A) Uttar Pradesh
(B) Punjab
(C) Rajasthan
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Ans: D
56. Assertion (A): The concepts of nātya, n tya and n tta seem to have one thing in common, namely gātravikshepa or movement of limbs.
Reason (R): All these forms lack the Satvik Abhinaya.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is true, (R) is false.
Ans: D
57. Match items in List-I with the items in List-II:
List – I List – II
(a) Kakshya (i) Voice Modulation in delivery of speeches.
(b) Kāku (ii) Graceful mode of dramatic presentation
(c) Kaishiki (iii) Zonal division of stage
(d) Karyavastha (iv) Stages of Plot
Development
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (iv) (ii) (iii)
(B) (iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
Ans: B
58. Which is the correct sequence?
(A) Bhāsa, Kālidasa, Ashwaghosha, Bhavbhuti, Shudraka.
(B) Kalidasa, Bhavbhuti, Bhāsa, Shudraka, Ashwaghosha.
(C) Ashwaghosh, Bhāsa, Kālidāsa, Shudraka, Bhavbhuti.
(D) Shudraka, Bhāsa, Ashwaghosha, Bhavbhuti, Kalidasa.
Ans: C
59. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Mattavar i
(B) Brahmamandala
(C) Ragapitha
(D) Pataka
Ans: D
60. The word ‘Pusta’ is described in the context of
(A) Angika Abhinaya
(B) Vachika Abhinaya
(C) Āharya Abhinaya
(D) Sattvika Abhinaya
Ans: C
61. Assertion (A): Experiment kills the tradition.
Reason (R): Art depicts the contemporary requirement and interest of the society.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Ans: C
62. Arrange the correct sequence:
(A) Mishra, Khand, Tisra, Sankirn
(B) Tisra, Khand, Mishra,Sankirn
(C) Khand, Tisra, Mishra, Sankirn
(D) Khand, Mishra, Tisra, Sankirn
Ans: B
63. Pick the Odd one out:
(A) Shruti
(B) Nartanam
(C) Chhayanat
(D) Kadambini
Ans: D
64. Match items in List-I with items in List-II.
List – I List – II
(a) NupiLan (i) Priti Patel
(b) Shravan (ii) Sachin Shankar
(c) Malem (iii) Charu Sija
(d) Ghost (iv) Kumudini Lakhia
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (iii) (iv) (ii)
(B) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
(C) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(D) (iv) (ii) (i) (iii)
Ans: B
65. Pick the Odd one out:
(A) Hallisak
(B) Chhalikya
(C) Lasya
(D) Rechaka
Ans: D
66. Which university does not have department of Dance?
(A) Maharaja Seyajirao University
(B) Indira Kala Sangeet University
(C) Ravindra Bharati University
(D) Amity University
Ans: D
67. Select the choreography which Uday Shankar did for Anna Pavlova:
(A) Labour and Machine
(B) Radha Krishna
(C) Panchtantra
(D) Indra
Ans: B
68. Assertion (A): The traditional system of Guru Shishyaparampara of teaching requires a very long period apprenticeship.
Reason (R): All institution has considered introducing specialised training in the many professional areas.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false and (R) is true.
(B) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Ans: C
69. In which play a competition is held to prove the ability of dance teacher?
(A) Abhigyanshakuntalam
(B) Karpoormanjiri
(C) Malvikagnimitram
(D) Ramcharitam
Ans: C
70. Match items in List-I with items in List-II
List – I List – II
(a) Banaras (i) Name of Dance
(b) Uppu (ii) Name of Gharana
(c) Pandanalloor (iii) Name of Instrument
(d) Gidda (iv) Name of Bani
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
(D) (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
Ans: B
71. Pick the Odd one out:
(A) BalaSaraswati
(B) Yamini Krishnamurthy
(C) Johra Sahgal
(D) Sanyukta Panigrahi
Ans: C
72. Arrange the correct sequence:
(A) Learning, Perfection, Practice, Perform.
(B) Practice, Learning, Perfection, Perform.
(C) Perfection, Perform, Practice, Learning.
(D) Learning, Practice, Perfection, Perform.
Ans: D
73. Assertion (A): Yoga is in the complete oneness of soul and body.
Reason (R): This oneness can be attaining through dance.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(B) (R) is true and (A) is false.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Ans: C
74. Put in the correct sequence of appearance:
(A) Dasharatha, Kaikeyi, Valmiki, Manthara
(B) Valmiki, Dasharatha, Manthara, Kaikeyi
(C) Valmiki, Dasharatha, Kaikeyi, Manthara
(D) Valmiki, Kaikeyi, Dashratha, Manthara
Ans: C
75. ‘Baithakibhava’ is a speciality of
(A) Kathakali
(B) Saraikela
(C) Kathak
(D) Sattariya
Ans: C
76. Pick the odd one out:
Indian Art historians and scholars
(A) Leela Venkatraman
(B) Shanta Sarabjeet Singh
(C) Mohan Gokhale
(D) Choodamani Nandagopal
Ans: C
77. Assertion (A): Shiva danced the Gajasamhara Nritta.
Reason (R): After subduing Muyalaka Shiva performed this Nritta.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is false, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: A
78. Which pair is not matched properly?
(A) Kavandi – Shilappadi Karam.
(B) Shahir Amar Shaikh– Tamasha
(C) Chutti – Ahaarya
(D) Mask – Silambuattam
Ans: D
79. Match the following:
List – I List – II
(a) Vipralabdha (i) Heroine disappointed in separation.
(b) Khandita (ii) Heroine deceived by hero.
(c) Virahotkanthita (iii) Heroine depressed in jealous anger.
(d) Proshitabhartruka (iv) Heroine depressed with so-journing husband.
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(B) (ii) (iii) (i) (iv)
(C) (iv) (i) (iii) (ii)
(D) (i) (iv) (ii) (iii)
Ans: B
80. Select the correct sequence:
(A) Noh, Bharatanatyam, Ballet, Modern Dance.
(B) Ballet, Noh, Bharatanatyam, Modern Dance.
(C) Modern Dance, Noh, Ballet, Bharatanatyam.
(D) Noh, Ballet, Modern Dance, Bharatanatyam.
Ans: A
81. Assertion (A): In Bharata’s concept of nātya, dance and drama are not distinct entities.
Reason (R): Both are knit together by the common element of Abhinaya.
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
82. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II.
List – I List – II
(a) Uttar Ramacharita (i) Vishakhdatta
(b) Ve i Sanhar (ii) Bhavbhuti
(c) Mudra Rakshas (iii) Harsha
(d) Ratnavali (iv) Bhatt Nārāya a
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(B) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
(D) (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
Ans: B
83. Which is the correct sequence in Purvaranga?
(A) Pratyāhār, Nāndi, Rang Dwār, Trigata, Prarochanā.
(B) Nāndi, Rang Dwār, Prarochanā, Pratyāhār, Trigata.
(C) Rang Dwār, Trigata, Prarochanā, Pratyāhār, Nāndi.
(D) Prarochanā, Nāndi, Rang Dwār, Trigata, Pratyāhār.
Ans: A
84. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Rāsaka
(B) Hallisaka
(C) Bhānika
(D) Īhāmruga
Ans: D
85. A type of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act?
(A) Vyayoga
(B) Vithi
(C) Bhā a
(D) Utsrustikānka
Ans: C
86. Assertion (A): The Mahabharata and Bhagavata Purana had powerful hold on some Traditional Theatre Forms.
Reason (R): They leaned heavily upon these for their heroic themes.
Codes:
(A) (A) and (R) are true.
(B) (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is true.
Ans: A
87. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II.
List – I List – II
(a) Entry songs in Bhavai (i) Pharikhanda
(b) Shield and Sword used for exercises in Chhau (ii) Jarjara
(c) Carved wooden stool used in Kutiyattam (iii) Āva u
(d) Pole used during the preliminaries (iv) Pitham
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
(B) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(C) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
(D) (i) (ii) (iv) (iii)
Ans: B
88. Which is the correct sequence in respect of the Geographical origin from North to South?
(A) Khyal, Tamasha, Yakshagan, Kaliyattam, Bhanda Jashna.
(B) Thamasha, Yakshagana, Kaliyattam, Bhanda Jashna, Khyal.
(C) Bhand Jashna, Khyal, Tamasha, Yakshagan, Kaliyattam.
(D) Kaliyattam, Yakshagan, Khyal, Bhand Jashna, Tamasha.
Ans: C
89. Pick the odd one out:
(A) Mizhavu
(B) Eddaka
(C) Dholak
(D) Kadali
Ans: D
90. This is an Indian dramatic form confined to AGRA, the home of Taj Mahal
(A) Bhagvat Mela
(B) Bhagat
(C) Bharatlila
(D) Bhamakalapam
Ans: B
91. Assertion (A): There is a great deal to learn about Indian Civilisation from Sanskrit plays.
Reason (R): Sanskrit plays give a perspective of pervading views of philosophy and religion.
Codes:
(A) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: A
92. Putabheda is movement of
(A) Eyebrows
(B) Eyelids
(C) Eyelash
(D) Eyeballs
Ans: B
93. Assertion (A): Indian drama avoided realism and gave scope to imagination.
Reason (R): Angikabhinaya was the basis of Indian drama.
Codes:
(A) (A) is false, (R) is true.
(B) (A) is true, (R) is true.
(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, (R) is false.
Ans: C
94. Silappadikaram explains the
(A) 10 Rupakas
(B) 9 Rasas
(C) 8 Nayikas
(D) 11 Kuttus
Ans: D
95. The spirit dance of Burma is called
(A) Nat Pue
(B) Yokthe Pue
(C) Wayang Kulit
(D) Lakon
Ans: A
96. Which pair is not properly matched?
(A) Sutra – Mana
(B) Shalabhanjika – Vrikshikha
(C) Surasundari – Gandharva
(D) Lokeswara – Buddha
Ans: C
97. Which pair is not properly matched?
(A) Vyaghrapada – Patanjali
(B) Kubhakarna – Vibheeshana
(C) Karna – Shakuni
(D) Urmila – Sita
Ans: C
98. Match the following:
List – I List – II
(a) Faithful nayaka (i) Dharma-vira
(b) Righteous nayaka (ii) Dhiroddhata
(c) Arrogantnayaka (iii) Shatha
(d) Shameless nayaka (iv) Anukula
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
(B) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(C) (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
(D) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
Ans: B
99. Which pair is not properly matched?
(A) Tara – Vali
(B) Madhavi – Mahabharata
(C) Kunti – Surya
(D) Duryodhana – Bhanumati
Ans: B
100. Match the following:
List – I List – II
(a) Mandodari (i) Bhalu
(b) Mareecha (ii) Pakshi
(c) Jambavan (iii) Manduka
(d) Jatayu (iv) Mruga
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (iii) (iv) (ii) (i)
(D) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
Ans: D