Question

Which of the following statements about "Kathak" is/are correct?
1. It was patronized and practiced by Wajid Ali Shah.
2. Its main centres are Jaipur, Banaras and Lucknow.
3. Both men and women take part.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 2 and 3
• C. 1 and 3
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Kathak developed during the Bhakti movement. Golden age of Kathak began under the patronage of Wajid Ali Shah (last Nawab of Oudh). Three gharanas are more well known and studied - Jaipur, Banaras and Lucknow. Kathak dance can be performed by both men and women. Birju Maharaj, Lacchu Maharaj, Sitara Devi, Damayanti Joshi are some of the famous Kathak dancers.