UPSC Static Quiz – Art and Culture : 18 August 2025
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question In literature, the first references to dance and music in India can be found in a) Nandikesvara b) Natyadharmi c) Vedas d) Natyashastra Correct Solution: C The first references to dance come from the Vedas where dance and music have their roots. The history of dance can be reconstructed from the epics, several Puranas and rich body of dramatic and poetic literature known as the nataka and the kavya in Sanskrit. Incorrect Solution: C The first references to dance come from the Vedas where dance and music have their roots. The history of dance can be reconstructed from the epics, several Puranas and rich body of dramatic and poetic literature known as the nataka and the kavya in Sanskrit.
#### 1. Question
In literature, the first references to dance and music in India can be found in
• a) Nandikesvara
• b) Natyadharmi
• d) Natyashastra
Solution: C
The first references to dance come from the Vedas where dance and music have their roots. The history of dance can be reconstructed from the epics, several Puranas and rich body of dramatic and poetic literature known as the nataka and the kavya in Sanskrit.
Solution: C
The first references to dance come from the Vedas where dance and music have their roots. The history of dance can be reconstructed from the epics, several Puranas and rich body of dramatic and poetic literature known as the nataka and the kavya in Sanskrit.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Bharatanatyam dance is known as ekaharya, which implies a) Bharatanatyam performance always ends with a tillana b) Bharatanatyam is accompanied by musical syllables with a few lines of sahitya. c) Bharatanatyam leans heavily on the abhinaya or mime aspect of dance d) Bharatanatyam dancer takes on many roles in a single performance Correct Solution: D Bharatnatyam dance is known to be ekaharya, where one dancer takes on many roles in a single performance. Incorrect Solution: D Bharatnatyam dance is known to be ekaharya, where one dancer takes on many roles in a single performance.
#### 2. Question
Bharatanatyam dance is known as ekaharya, which implies
• a) Bharatanatyam performance always ends with a tillana
• b) Bharatanatyam is accompanied by musical syllables with a few lines of sahitya.
• c) Bharatanatyam leans heavily on the abhinaya or mime aspect of dance
• d) Bharatanatyam dancer takes on many roles in a single performance
Solution: D
Bharatnatyam dance is known to be ekaharya, where one dancer takes on many roles in a single performance.
Solution: D
Bharatnatyam dance is known to be ekaharya, where one dancer takes on many roles in a single performance.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Kathakali. Kathakali is the oldest dance form that is recognized as a classical dance in India. The body movement styles in Kathakali are borrowed from early martial arts of Kerala. The characters in a Kathakali performance are broadly divided into Satvika, Rajasika and Tamasika types. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. Kathakali is considered to be of comparatively recent origin. However, the art has evolved from many social and religious theatrical forms which existed in the southern region in ancient times. Kathakali is indebted to the early martial arts of Kerala for body movements and choreographical patterns. Koodiyattam, Chakiarkoothu, Krishnattam and Ramanattam are few ritual performing arts of Kerala which have had a direct influence on Kathakali in its form and technique. The characters in a Kathakali performance are broadly divided into Satvika, Rajasika and Tamasika types. These are the gunas or the flavours of dance that help present different faces and emotions. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. Kathakali is considered to be of comparatively recent origin. However, the art has evolved from many social and religious theatrical forms which existed in the southern region in ancient times. Kathakali is indebted to the early martial arts of Kerala for body movements and choreographical patterns. Koodiyattam, Chakiarkoothu, Krishnattam and Ramanattam are few ritual performing arts of Kerala which have had a direct influence on Kathakali in its form and technique. The characters in a Kathakali performance are broadly divided into Satvika, Rajasika and Tamasika types. These are the gunas or the flavours of dance that help present different faces and emotions.
#### 3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Kathakali.
• Kathakali is the oldest dance form that is recognized as a classical dance in India.
• The body movement styles in Kathakali are borrowed from early martial arts of Kerala.
• The characters in a Kathakali performance are broadly divided into Satvika, Rajasika and Tamasika types.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: B
Statement 1 is incorrect.
Kathakali is considered to be of comparatively recent origin.
However, the art has evolved from many social and religious theatrical forms which existed in the southern region in ancient times.
Kathakali is indebted to the early martial arts of Kerala for body movements and choreographical patterns.
Koodiyattam, Chakiarkoothu, Krishnattam and Ramanattam are few ritual performing arts of Kerala which have had a direct influence on Kathakali in its form and technique.
The characters in a Kathakali performance are broadly divided into Satvika, Rajasika and Tamasika types. These are the gunas or the flavours of dance that help present different faces and emotions.
Solution: B
Statement 1 is incorrect.
Kathakali is considered to be of comparatively recent origin.
However, the art has evolved from many social and religious theatrical forms which existed in the southern region in ancient times.
Kathakali is indebted to the early martial arts of Kerala for body movements and choreographical patterns.
Koodiyattam, Chakiarkoothu, Krishnattam and Ramanattam are few ritual performing arts of Kerala which have had a direct influence on Kathakali in its form and technique.
The characters in a Kathakali performance are broadly divided into Satvika, Rajasika and Tamasika types. These are the gunas or the flavours of dance that help present different faces and emotions.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Sattriya is a classical dance form of India. What does the word ‘Sattras’ mean? a) Seven ways of divine movement b) Sutras of dance c) Spiritual Ragas d) Vaishnava maths or monasteries Correct Solution: D Mahapurusha Sankaradeva, a great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam introduced the Sattriya dance form in the 15th century AD as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith. Later on the dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance. For centuries, the Sattras i.e., Vaishnava maths or monasteries nurtured and preserved with this neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama. This dance style has been aptly named Sattriya because of its religious character and association with the Sattras. Incorrect Solution: D Mahapurusha Sankaradeva, a great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam introduced the Sattriya dance form in the 15th century AD as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith. Later on the dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance. For centuries, the Sattras i.e., Vaishnava maths or monasteries nurtured and preserved with this neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama. This dance style has been aptly named Sattriya because of its religious character and association with the Sattras.
#### 4. Question
Sattriya is a classical dance form of India. What does the word ‘Sattras’ mean?
• a) Seven ways of divine movement
• b) Sutras of dance
• c) Spiritual Ragas
• d) Vaishnava maths or monasteries
Solution: D
Mahapurusha Sankaradeva, a great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam introduced the Sattriya dance form in the 15th century AD as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith.
Later on the dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance. For centuries, the Sattras i.e., Vaishnava maths or monasteries nurtured and preserved with this neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama. This dance style has been aptly named Sattriya because of its religious character and association with the Sattras.
Solution: D
Mahapurusha Sankaradeva, a great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam introduced the Sattriya dance form in the 15th century AD as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith.
Later on the dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance. For centuries, the Sattras i.e., Vaishnava maths or monasteries nurtured and preserved with this neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama. This dance style has been aptly named Sattriya because of its religious character and association with the Sattras.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Giddha, Ghoomar and Garba. All three are folk dances All three dances are primarily performed by women. All the three dances mainly belong to Rajasthan. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1, 2 c) 1, 3 d) 2, 3 Correct Solution: a) All three are folk dances Garba is performed equally by both men and women. Other two dances are primarily performed by women. Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan. Giddha is a popular folk dance of Punjab. Garba is a form of dance which originates from the state of Gujarat. Incorrect Solution: a) All three are folk dances Garba is performed equally by both men and women. Other two dances are primarily performed by women. Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan. Giddha is a popular folk dance of Punjab. Garba is a form of dance which originates from the state of Gujarat.
#### 5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Giddha, Ghoomar and Garba.
• All three are folk dances
• All three dances are primarily performed by women.
• All the three dances mainly belong to Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Solution: a)
All three are folk dances
Garba is performed equally by both men and women. Other two dances are primarily performed by women.
Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan.
Giddha is a popular folk dance of Punjab.
Garba is a form of dance which originates from the state of Gujarat.
Solution: a)
All three are folk dances
Garba is performed equally by both men and women. Other two dances are primarily performed by women.
Ghoomar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan.
Giddha is a popular folk dance of Punjab.
Garba is a form of dance which originates from the state of Gujarat.
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