Quiz on Indian Art Forms - 3

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Dive into the latest quiz by our quizmasters and uncover fascinating facts about the various artistic traditions that have flourished across the country. From classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam to the vibrant folk art of Madhubani, this quiz will challenge your understanding and appreciation of India’s cultural tapestry. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just curious to learn more, this quiz is sure to be a fun journey through India’s artistic heritage.

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1. Identify this dance form.

a. Ahiri

b. Kathak

c. Ghoomar

d. Kathakali

2. Which of these dance forms originated in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh?

a. Santhali

b. Bihu

c. Sattriya

d. Kuchipudi

3. Identify this dance form.

a. Kuchipudi

b. Santhali

c. Ghoomar

d. Kathak

4. Mohiniattam is the classical dance of which state in India?

a. Andhra Pradesh

b. Karnataka

c. Kerala

d. Maharashtra

5. Identify this dance form.

a. Kathakali

b. Mohiniattam

c. Manipuri

d. Kathak

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Answers

1. Identify this dance form.

a. Ahiri

b. Kathak

c. Ghoomar

d. Kathakali

Did You Know? Kathakali is the state dance of Kerala. It is a magnificent dance form where the costumes are elaborate and faces painted in vivid hues. It retells stories from Indian epics. Read more about it in this link.

2. Which of these dance forms originated in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh?

a. Santhali

b. Bihu

c. Sattriya

d. Kuchipudi

Did You Know? It gets its name from the Kuchipudi village in the Krishna district where it was first performed. Read more about it in this link.

3. Identify this dance form.

a. Kuchipudi

b. Santhali

c. Ghoomar

d. Kathak

Did You Know? It is believed that Siddhendra Yogi had a dream where Lord Krishna asked him to compose a dance-drama based on the myth of bringing the paarijaatha flower for Satyabhama, the most beloved queen of Krishna. Hence, he created the Kuchipudi. Read more about it in this link.

4. Mohiniattam is the classical dance of which state in India?

a. Andhra Pradesh

b. Karnataka

c. Kerala

d. Maharashtra

Did You Know? Mohiniattam translates to the 'dance of the Mohini', the celestial enchantress of Hindu mythology.

Read more about it in this link.

5. Identify this dance form.

a. Kathakali

b. Mohiniattam

c. Manipuri

d. Kathak

Did You Know? Mohiniattam is an Indian dance form that originated from Kerala. It derives its name from the word 'Mohini', the female avatar of Lord Vishnu.

Read more about it in this link.

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