Question 2147

Consider the following pairs : Dance forms State 1. Kuchipudi - Andhra Pradesh 2. Kathakali - Kerala 3. Sattriya - Assam Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Answer

All of the above

Why?

The correct answer is All of the above Key Points Kuchipudi - It is one of the classical dance styles of India. It originated in the 17th century AD. Kuchipudi is indigenous to the state of Andhra Pradesh. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Kathakali - It originated in the state of Kerala. Hence, statement 2 is correct . Kathakali is based on subject matter from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Sattriya - It was introduced by Vaishnava saint Shankaradeva in the 15th century A.D. in Assam. Hence, statement 3 is correct. It is inspired by the Bhakti movement. Important Points Some performing arts from Kerala - Mohiniyattam, Koothu, Opanna, and Kutiyattam are some of the performing arts from Kerala. Additional Information Kathak - ​ Kathak is the principal dance of northern India. It is believed to be connected with the narrative art of Kathakaras or storytellers. It is generally accompanied by Dhrupad music. ​