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Indian Classical and Folk Dance Forms
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The Hunta dance of Jharkhand is associated with which tribal community ?

[CONSTABLE EXE 2023]

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In which state is the Ponung folk dance practiced ?

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The Ghode Modni dance, to celebrate the victory of warriors, is performed in which of the following states of India ?

[CONSTABLE EXE 2023]

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'Aaluyattu' is a folk-dance form from the state of ______.

[SSC CGL 2020]

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Identify the folk dance of India from the description given below: 
This dance is associated with Karnataka which is performed during major festivals, this dance features puppets made of bamboo sticks that are decorated with masks and colourful regional costumes.

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How many of the following statements is/are correct regarding Kakkarissi Natakam?
I. Kakkarissi Natakam is a musical dance-drama which includes social criticism, satire, etc.
II. The instruments used in this dance-drama are Harmonium, Mrudangam, Ganchira and Kaimani.
III. The language used in the play is a blend of Hindi and Sankrit.

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Which of the following statement is correct regarding Lai-Haraoba dance?
I. This dance is associated with state of Sikkim.
II. It is a duet performance by male and female dancers.

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With which of the following dance forms is Thumri music associated?

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Which among the following is not a dance form of Tamil Nadu?

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"Dalkhai" is a folk dance of which Indian state, typically performed by young girls during festivals like Durga Puja and Bhaijiuntia?

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Haripriya Namboodiri is an exponent of which Indian classical dance form?

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Consider the following statements regarding Bhavai folk dance:
1. It is a traditional dance form of Rajasthan performed by men only.
2. Tribal communities like Kalbelia, Jat, Meena, Bhil, or Kumhar are associated with this dance.
3. The dance involves balancing eight to nine brass pitchers or earthen pots on their heads during the dance.
How many of the above statements are correct? 

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Sadiraattam remained exclusive to Hindu temples through the 19th century. It was banned by the colonial British government in which of the following year?

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"Yally" is a traditional folk dance performed by the .............. people in northeastern state of India. 

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Which African country is famous for the "Gumboot Dance," a rhythmic and percussive folk dance performed by miners using rubber boots to create intricate sounds?

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Which of the following is a tribal martial dance form that originated in which region of India, known for its elaborate masks and agile movements?

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Which of the following statements is correct regarding Bhortal Nritya?
I. Bhortal Nritya was developed by Narahari Burha Bhakat.
II. The dance can be seen during festive occasions in and around Bhopal.
III. Generally six to ten dancers perform this dance.

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"Rouf" dance is mainly performed in which state?

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To which state does the traditional folk dance 'Gotipua' belong?

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Which of the following dances is in UNESCO's Intangible Heritage List?

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 Prince Suddhendra Narayan Singh Deo was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for his contributions in______________ dance. [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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The “Nalacharitam” play is associated with which Indian dance form? [Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023]

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Langvir Nritya is a folk dance from the state of _____. [CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I]

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What is the name of the famous folk dance of Punjabi women? [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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Lavani is the dance form of which state? [MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021]

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‘Nupa’ dance is associated with which Indian state? [Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2022]

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Which folk music is based on the Mahabharata with Bhima portrayed as hero? [CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I]

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Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form of which Indian state? [MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021]

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How many main styles of Chhau folk dance exist? [Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023]

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Which of the following folk-dance forms is NOT predominantly performed in the Indian state of Maharashtra? [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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'Pankhida' songs are sung by peasants of _____ while working on the fields. [CHSL Exam 2024 Tier I]

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The Kathak dance exponent Birju Maharaj is associated with which of the following Gharana? [CHSL 2021 Tier I]

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Bhutia dance is performed in which of the following states? [SICPO Paper I 2023]

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The Bishnu Rabha Award 2019 went to the noted ________ dance exponent Kumari Laitjonam Ebampisok Devi. [SICPO Paper I 2023]

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Alarmel Valli is associated with which classical dance of India? [MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021]

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Who is an acclaimed Kathak dancer with many awards to his credit? [MTS Non Tech Havaldar CBIC and CBN Examination 2023]

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Which of the following folk dances is NOT associated with Goa? [SICPO Paper I 2024]

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The 'Rajya Sangeeta Vidwan' award is conferred by which state? [Junior Engineer 2024 Civil Paper I]

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Which among the following classical dance forms was introduced in the 16th century by Vaishnava saint Mahapurusha Sankaradeva? [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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Mrinalini Vikram Sarabhai, the Bharatanatyam legend, was also recognised for which of the following dance forms? [Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023]

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The most distinctive type of folk songs of Assam are ______. [CHSL Exam 2022 Tier I]

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Which among the following dance forms is not associated with Chhattisgarh? [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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Which of the following states is associated with the dance drama folk theatre form ‘Yakshagana’?
[Constable GD 2021]

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The honour of Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship carries ______________. [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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Chhau dance is a popular dance of which region of India? [CHSL Exam 2022 Tier I]

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Which of the following awards is NOT given in the field of dance and music? [SICPO Paper I 2024]

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E Krishna Iyer was related to which classical dance form? [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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Shovana Narayan is associated with which classical dance of India? [MTS Non technical and Havaldar Examination 2021]

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Which of the following art forms is performed by men, in which their bodies are covered with 'Ramras' and they typically wear yellow attire while dancing and singing with 'Kartal'? [Constable GD 2021]

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There are ______ hand gestures in Mohiniyattam which are mainly adopted from Hastalakshana Deepika text. [Constable GD Examination 2022]

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