Q330. Kalasam denotes a dance sequence used in which classical form?
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(A) Kathak
(B) Kathakali
(C) Bharatanatyam
(D) Manipuri
Answer: (B) Kathakali
Explanation: In Kathakali, kalasam describes a pure-dance rhythmic passage separating or embellishing expressive sequences. The form is distinguished by theatrical storytelling, codified hand gestures, facial expression, percussion and colourful character make-up.
Q329. The folk dances Giddha and Bhangra are mainly identified with which state?
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(A) Punjab
(B) Gujarat
(C) Jharkhand
(D) Bihar
Answer: (A) Punjab
Explanation: Giddha is traditionally performed by women in Punjab, while Bhangra has strong roots in Punjabi agrarian celebrations. Both use energetic rhythm and song but differ in movement structure, musical accompaniment and performance customs.
Q328. Which individual was honoured for reviving Manipuri dance and given the title Hanjaba?
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(A) Charu Malhar
(B) Darshana Jhaveri
(C) Bipin Singh
(D) Kalavati Devi
Answer: (C) Bipin Singh
Explanation: Guru Bipin Singh was an influential scholar, choreographer and teacher of Manipuri dance. He worked with leading artists to revive and popularise its traditions, especially the devotional and dramatic forms linked to the region’s history.
Q327. Who established the KADAMB Centre for Dance in 1964?
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(A) Shovana Narayan
(B) Sitara Devi
(C) Rohini Bhate
(D) Kumudini Lakhia
Answer: (D) Kumudini Lakhia
Explanation: Kumudini Lakhia founded KADAMB in Ahmedabad to train Kathak dancers and explore innovative group choreography. She combined a strong classical foundation with new approaches to stage movement, costume and musical presentation.
Q326. Who founded the Kalakshetra institution and was a noted Bharatanatyam exponent?
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(A) Sonal Mansingh
(B) Saroja Vaidyanathan
(C) Rukmini Devi Arundale
(D) Mallika Sarabhai
Answer: (C) Rukmini Devi Arundale
Explanation: Rukmini Devi Arundale established Kalakshetra in Madras in 1936. The institution profoundly influenced Bharatanatyam education, stagecraft and transmission of classical arts, helping shape their modern public presentation.
Q325. M S Subbulakshmi is most closely associated with which musical tradition?
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(A) Ghazal
(B) Sufi music
(C) Hindustani classical
(D) Carnatic classical
Answer: (D) Carnatic classical
Explanation: M S Subbulakshmi was among the most celebrated vocalists of the Carnatic tradition. Her concerts and devotional recordings reached international audiences; in 1998 she became the first musician to receive India’s Bharat Ratna.
Q324. Jamda is identified as a folk dance of which Indian state?
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(A) Assam
(B) Maharashtra
(C) Manipur
(D) Jharkhand
Answer: (D) Jharkhand
Explanation: Jamda is associated with the folk cultural traditions of Jharkhand. Like other regional dances, it reflects community celebrations and the transmission of collective memory through rhythm, song and movement.
Q323. Which of these instrumentalists is celebrated for playing the mandolin?
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(A) Brij Bhushan Kabra
(B) Vishwa Mohan Bhatt
(C) U Srinivas
(D) M S Gopalakrishnan
Answer: (C) U Srinivas
Explanation: U Srinivas transformed the mandolin into a recognised solo instrument in Carnatic classical performance. Brij Bhushan Kabra and Vishwa Mohan Bhatt are especially associated with guitar adaptations, while M S Gopalakrishnan played violin.
Q322. Joravarsinh Jadav received the Padma Shri for his contribution to which folk tradition?
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(A) Yakshagana
(B) Bhavai
(C) Tamasha
(D) Ghoomar
Answer: (B) Bhavai
Explanation: Joravarsinh Jadav researched and promoted Gujarat’s folk heritage, notably Bhavai, a traditional theatre-dance form. His cultural documentation helped preserve performance styles, folk narratives and the contribution of community artists.
Q321. Who was honoured for creating innovative ways to present Naga folk music?
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(A) Moa Subong
(B) C V Raju
(C) Baba Balia
(D) T Senka Ao
Answer: (A) Moa Subong
Explanation: Moa Subong is associated with the preservation and modern presentation of Naga folk music, including innovations involving traditional instruments. Such work helps keep local musical forms visible amid changing performance and recording technologies.
