Question

Match the following dance forms with their descriptions:

1) Bharatnatyam; 2) Kuchipudi; 3) Kathakali; 4) Kathak;

A) Dance form that portrays the stories of Ramayana and Mahabharata; B) Portrays the story of Lord Krishna; C) Single performer takes many roles; D) Acrobatic dancing and footwork; E) Dance form which involves Bal lila and Raslila of Lord Krishna.

• A. 1-C; 2-B; 3-D; 4-E
• B. 1-C; 2-E; 3-B; 4-A
• C. 1-C; 2-D; 3-A; 4-B
• D. 1-D; 2-E; 3-A; 4-B

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1-C; 2-D; 3-A; 4-B

Bharatnatyam follows a style known as ekaharya, where a single performer takes on many roles throughout the performance. Kuchipudi is based on the description of women's beauty, and involves acrobatic dancing and intricate footwork. Kathakali is a blend of dance, drama and music based on stories found in Ramayana and Mahabharata. Kathak follows the life events and incidents of Lord Krishna.