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What are the two aspects of Indian classical dance as per the Natya Shastra?
What are the two aspects of Indian classical dance as per the Natya Shastra?
- Tandava (correct)
- Lasya (correct)
- Bhava
- Rasa
What is Lasya?
What is Lasya?
Denotes bhava, rasa, abhinaya.
What is the Tandava?
What is the Tandava?
More emphasis on rhythm and movement.
Which are the nine rasas or emotions expressed through the dance?
Which are the nine rasas or emotions expressed through the dance?
Classical dance forms are governed by the basic rules and guidelines laid down in Natya Shastra.
Classical dance forms are governed by the basic rules and guidelines laid down in Natya Shastra.
What forms the core of Indian classical art form?
What forms the core of Indian classical art form?
How many classical dance forms are there in India as per Sangeet Natak Academy?
How many classical dance forms are there in India as per Sangeet Natak Academy?
Which dance form is the oldest among all classical dance forms?
Which dance form is the oldest among all classical dance forms?
What are the origins of the dance form Bharatanatyam?
What are the origins of the dance form Bharatanatyam?
What is another name for Bharatanatyam?
What is another name for Bharatanatyam?
Which freedom fighter revived Bharatanatyam?
Which freedom fighter revived Bharatanatyam?
Who is credited with giving global recognition to the dance?
Who is credited with giving global recognition to the dance?
Name the Tanjore quartet who gave the seven elements of Bharatanatyam dance.
Name the Tanjore quartet who gave the seven elements of Bharatanatyam dance.
'Kataka Mukha Hasta' is one of the principal mudras of which dance?
'Kataka Mukha Hasta' is one of the principal mudras of which dance?
Which dance is also known as fire dance?
Which dance is also known as fire dance?
Which Indian classical dance derives its name from a village?
Which Indian classical dance derives its name from a village?
The village from which Kuchipudi derives its name is?
The village from which Kuchipudi derives its name is?
Bhagavathalus are dancers of?
Bhagavathalus are dancers of?
This dance form gained patronage of the Vijayanagara and Golconda rulers.
This dance form gained patronage of the Vijayanagara and Golconda rulers.
Who revived the Kuchipudi dance forms?
Who revived the Kuchipudi dance forms?
This dance form involves difficult foot movements. Identify the dance form.
This dance form involves difficult foot movements. Identify the dance form.
Kuchipudi has a predominance of?
Kuchipudi has a predominance of?
This dance style is a manifestation of earthly elements in the human body. Identify the dance form.
This dance style is a manifestation of earthly elements in the human body. Identify the dance form.
Manduk Shabdam, Tarangam, Jala Chitra Nrityam are part of?
Manduk Shabdam, Tarangam, Jala Chitra Nrityam are part of?
Kathakali is a dance form from the state of?
Kathakali is a dance form from the state of?
This dance form is a combination of music, dance, and drama. Identify it.
This dance form is a combination of music, dance, and drama. Identify it.
Kathakali is essentially an all-male troupe performance.
Kathakali is essentially an all-male troupe performance.
This dance form uses elaborate facial make-up along with head gear. Identify the dance form.
This dance form uses elaborate facial make-up along with head gear. Identify the dance form.
Which dance form is also called the 'Ballad of the East'?
Which dance form is also called the 'Ballad of the East'?
Which language is used for Kathakali?
Which language is used for Kathakali?
Rasas are represented through the movement of eyes and eyebrows. Which dance form is it?
Rasas are represented through the movement of eyes and eyebrows. Which dance form is it?
Mohiniattam is from which state?
Mohiniattam is from which state?
Is Mohiniattam a solo or group dance?
Is Mohiniattam a solo or group dance?
Describe the footwork associated with Mohiniattam.
Describe the footwork associated with Mohiniattam.
Which story is generally represented by Mohiniattam?
Which story is generally represented by Mohiniattam?
Mohiniattam dance is mostly performed by female dancers.
Mohiniattam dance is mostly performed by female dancers.
'Ghungroo' is worn by the dancer in this dance form. Name it.
'Ghungroo' is worn by the dancer in this dance form. Name it.
This dance form is similar to Bharatanatyam in the use of mudras and postures to express emotions.
This dance form is similar to Bharatanatyam in the use of mudras and postures to express emotions.
Which dance form is also known as 'mobile sculpture'?
Which dance form is also known as 'mobile sculpture'?
What are the elements of the Odissi dance form?
What are the elements of the Odissi dance form?
What is the concluding item in Odissi?
What is the concluding item in Odissi?
Odissi dance form symbolizes?
Odissi dance form symbolizes?
This dance form finds its celestial dance of Shiva and Parvati in the valleys of Manipur. Which dance form is being talked about?
This dance form finds its celestial dance of Shiva and Parvati in the valleys of Manipur. Which dance form is being talked about?
Who is the central theme of Manipuri dance form?
Who is the central theme of Manipuri dance form?
Manipuri dance form is generally performed by?
Manipuri dance form is generally performed by?
What is the emphasis of Manipuri dance - devotion or sensuality?
What is the emphasis of Manipuri dance - devotion or sensuality?
In this dance form, the faces of the dancers are covered with a veil. Which dance form is being talked about?
In this dance form, the faces of the dancers are covered with a veil. Which dance form is being talked about?
'Naga Bandha Mudra' is associated with which dance form?
'Naga Bandha Mudra' is associated with which dance form?
What is 'Naga Bandhu Mudra'?
What is 'Naga Bandhu Mudra'?
Which is a recurring theme of the Manipuri Dance recital?
Which is a recurring theme of the Manipuri Dance recital?
Kathak is the traditional dance form of which state?
Kathak is the traditional dance form of which state?
Kathak is based on Hindustani style of music.
Kathak is based on Hindustani style of music.
What is an important feature of Kathak?
What is an important feature of Kathak?
Which are the four gharanas of Kathak?
Which are the four gharanas of Kathak?
What footwork is used in Kathakali?
What footwork is used in Kathakali?
What is the main attraction of Kathak recital?
What is the main attraction of Kathak recital?
Kathak is generally accompanied with?
Kathak is generally accompanied with?
Who introduced Sattriya dance form?
Who introduced Sattriya dance form?
From where does Sattriya derive its name?
From where does Sattriya derive its name?
Sattriya dance is inspired from?
Sattriya dance is inspired from?
What are folk dances?
What are folk dances?
Folk dance 'Chhau' is?
Folk dance 'Chhau' is?
How many styles of Chhau are there?
How many styles of Chhau are there?
Which are the three styles of Chhau?
Which are the three styles of Chhau?
Which Chhau artists don't wear masks?
Which Chhau artists don't wear masks?
Garba folk dance is from which state?
Garba folk dance is from which state?
What is Dandiya Raas?
What is Dandiya Raas?
Tarangamel is the folk dance of?
Tarangamel is the folk dance of?
When is Tarangamel performed?
When is Tarangamel performed?
Ghoomar or Gangore is the folk dance performed by?
Ghoomar or Gangore is the folk dance performed by?
Kalbelia is a folk dance of?
Kalbelia is a folk dance of?
In which folk dance is 'been' used?
In which folk dance is 'been' used?
Which is the folk dance of Himachal Pradesh?
Which is the folk dance of Himachal Pradesh?
The female counterpart of Bhangra is?
The female counterpart of Bhangra is?
Rasalila is a folk dance of?
Rasalila is a folk dance of?
Dadra is a folk song of which state?
Dadra is a folk song of which state?
Jawara is a folk dance of?
Jawara is a folk dance of?
What is done in Jawara?
What is done in Jawara?
Matki is a folk dance of which region?
Matki is a folk dance of which region?
Gaur Maria is a folk dance of which state?
Gaur Maria is a folk dance of which state?
Alkap is a folk dance of which state?
Alkap is a folk dance of which state?
Biraha is a folk dance form of which state?
Biraha is a folk dance form of which state?
Biraha is practiced solely by males.
Biraha is practiced solely by males.
Paika is a folk dance of which state?
Paika is a folk dance of which state?
What kind of folk dance is Paika?
What kind of folk dance is Paika?
Jat Jatin is a popular folk song of?
Jat Jatin is a popular folk song of?
What is Jat Jatin all about?
What is Jat Jatin all about?
Jhumar is a folk dance of?
Jhumar is a folk dance of?
What kind of dance is Jhumar?
What kind of dance is Jhumar?
Danda Jatra is a folk dance of?
Danda Jatra is a folk dance of?
What is Danda Jatra all about?
What is Danda Jatra all about?
Bihu is a popular folk dance of?
Bihu is a popular folk dance of?
Thang Ta is a folk dance of?
Thang Ta is a folk dance of?
What kind of dance form is Thang Ta?
What kind of dance form is Thang Ta?
Rangma is the folk dance of?
Rangma is the folk dance of?
What kind of folk dance is Rangma?
What kind of folk dance is Rangma?
Singhi Chham is a folk dance of?
Singhi Chham is a folk dance of?
What kind of dance is Singhi Chaam?
What kind of dance is Singhi Chaam?
Dancers are dressed in furry costumes, symbolizing the snow lion and pay tribute to Khang Chen Dzong Pa. Where is this performed?
Dancers are dressed in furry costumes, symbolizing the snow lion and pay tribute to Khang Chen Dzong Pa. Where is this performed?
Kummi is a folk dance in the state of?
Kummi is a folk dance in the state of?
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Study Notes
Indian Classical Dance Forms
- Indian classical dance comprises two main aspects: Lasya (graceful movements) and Tandava (dynamic rhythm).
- Lasya involves the expression of bhava (emotion), rasa (flavor), and abhinaya (the art of expression).
- Tandava emphasizes rhythm and vigorous body movements.
- Nine rasas or emotions expressed through dance:
- Shringara (love)
- Haasya (laughter)
- Roudra (anger)
- Karuna (tragedy)
- Bibhatsa (disgust)
- Bhayanak (horror)
- Veera (heroism)
- Adbhuta (wonder)
- Shaant (peace).
Classical Dance Forms Structure
- Indian classical dance forms are governed by guidelines established in Natya Shastra.
- The core of Indian classical art is the Guru-Shishya Parampara, or the teacher-student tradition.
- There are eight classical dance forms recognized by the Sangeet Natak Academy.
- Bharatanatyam is the oldest classical dance form, originating from Sadir, performed by temple dancers (devadasis).
Key Figures and Contributions
- E. Krishna Iyer played a pivotal role in reviving Bharatanatyam.
- Rukmini Devi Arundale is credited with giving global recognition to Bharatanatyam.
- The Tanjore Quartet contributed the foundational elements of the Bharatanatyam dance style.
Diverse Dance Forms & Their Origin
- Kuchipudi derives its name from the village Kuchelapuram and has roots in the Vijayanagara and Golconda rulers' patronage.
- Bhagavathalus are traditional dancers of Kuchipudi, characterized by challenging foot movements and predominately expressing Shringaar Rasa.
- Kathakali, a visual storytelling dance, is from Kerala and features intricate facial makeup and male-dominated troupes.
Additional Dance Styles
- Mohiniattam is characterized as a feminine solo dance, using gentle footwork and often representing stories of Shiva.
- Odissi is notable for being referred to as a "mobile sculpture" and symbolizes the element of water.
- Manipuri, a dance form expressing devotion, prominently features themes of Krishna and often involves veiling dancers' faces.
Regional Folk Dances
- Chhau is a vigorous mask dance style with three regional forms:
- Saraikella Chhau (Jharkhand)
- Mayurbhanj Chhau (Odisha)
- Purulia Chhau (West Bengal)
- Garba, a dance from Gujarat, celebrates victory and is associated with Durga.
- Kalbelia represents a folk dance from Rajasthan by the Kalbelia community, featuring serpent-like movements.
- Bihu traditional to Assam, celebrates the harvest season.
- Rasalila, from Uttar Pradesh, depicts the love stories of Radha and Krishna.
Unique Characteristics of Folk Dances
- Jawara includes balancing a basket on the head and is celebrated in Madhya Pradesh.
- Ghoomar, performed by the Bhil tribe of Rajasthan, showcases women in colorful attire.
- Danda Jatra from Odisha portrays stories associated with Lord Shiva.
Summary of Indian Folk Dance
- Folk dances like Jhumar from Jharkhand and Thang-ta from Manipur signify cultural narrative, with Jhumar focusing on harvest celebrations.
- Several folk dances, including Rangma (a war dance of the Nagas) and Singhi Chham (mask dance from Sikkim), depict regional stories and practices.
These notes summarize the diverse and rich heritage of Indian classical and folk dance, highlighting key figures, characteristics, and historical backgrounds.
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