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What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
- Mime artist
- Musician
- Dancer
- Storyteller (correct)
What did Kathakars do in ancient India?
What did Kathakars do in ancient India?
- Focused solely on hand gestures
- Traveled across countries for performances
- Recited religious and mythological tales (correct)
- Performed in royal courts
How did Kathak dance change under the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions?
How did Kathak dance change under the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions?
- Focused more on hand gestures
- Stopped using music and beats
- Transitioned from temple ritual to royal court entertainment (correct)
- Became more religious in content
What type of stories were traditionally performed in the Natwari style of Kathak?
What type of stories were traditionally performed in the Natwari style of Kathak?
How did Kathak change during the Mughal era?
How did Kathak change during the Mughal era?
What influenced the greatest transformation of Kathak around the 15th century?
What influenced the greatest transformation of Kathak around the 15th century?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What did Kathakars use to support their recitals in ancient India?
What did Kathakars use to support their recitals in ancient India?
What is the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What is the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What is the movement called when the head is turned and raised in a slanting position, moving in a half moon shape with the chin touching the neck?
What is the movement called when the head is turned and raised in a slanting position, moving in a half moon shape with the chin touching the neck?
Which neck movement is used to show the movement of a snake head or while fencing with a sword?
Which neck movement is used to show the movement of a snake head or while fencing with a sword?
What does the movement called Parivahittam signify?
What does the movement called Parivahittam signify?
Which movement involves the brisk turning of the head to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
Which movement involves the brisk turning of the head to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
In which style of dance is the neck movement Sundari mostly used?
In which style of dance is the neck movement Sundari mostly used?
What does the neck movement Prakampita signify?
What does the neck movement Prakampita signify?
Which movement involves the up and down nod of the head as in saying YES?
Which movement involves the up and down nod of the head as in saying YES?
What is the purpose of the neck movement Prarivartita?
What is the purpose of the neck movement Prarivartita?
What is the main purpose of Griva bhedas (Neck Movements)?
What is the main purpose of Griva bhedas (Neck Movements)?
What does the neck movement Sundari signify?
What does the neck movement Sundari signify?
Which Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting?
Which Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting?
Which Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj?
Which Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj?
Which Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor?
Which Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor?
Which Gharana originated and prospered in Lucknow, influenced by Muslim culture and featuring soft Bhavas?
Which Gharana originated and prospered in Lucknow, influenced by Muslim culture and featuring soft Bhavas?
Which Gharana's center was in Jaipur, influenced by Hindu culture and involving special stress on purity of footwork?
Which Gharana's center was in Jaipur, influenced by Hindu culture and involving special stress on purity of footwork?
Which Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles?
Which Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles?
Which Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions?
Which Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions?
Which Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance, incorporating complex footwork and powerful compositions?
Which Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance, incorporating complex footwork and powerful compositions?
After the decline of the Mughal Empire, Kathak was patronized by kings in which region?
After the decline of the Mughal Empire, Kathak was patronized by kings in which region?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which era did Kathak undergo its greatest transformation?
During which era did Kathak undergo its greatest transformation?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
Which era influenced Kathak to become more entertaining and less religious in content?
Which era influenced Kathak to become more entertaining and less religious in content?
What did Kathakars use to support their recitals in ancient India?
What did Kathakars use to support their recitals in ancient India?
Which style of dance was initially performed in the Natwari style?
Which style of dance was initially performed in the Natwari style?
What was the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What was the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What was the movement called when the head is turned and raised in a slanting position, moving in a half moon shape with the chin touching the neck?
What was the movement called when the head is turned and raised in a slanting position, moving in a half moon shape with the chin touching the neck?
What is the movement called when the head is briskly turned to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
What is the movement called when the head is briskly turned to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
What is the main purpose of Griva bhedas (Neck Movements)?
What is the main purpose of Griva bhedas (Neck Movements)?
What does the neck movement Tirashchina signify?
What does the neck movement Tirashchina signify?
Which movement involves the brisk turning of the head to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
Which movement involves the brisk turning of the head to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What is the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What type of stories were traditionally performed in the Natwari style of Kathak?
What type of stories were traditionally performed in the Natwari style of Kathak?
What does the neck movement Sundari mostly signify?
What does the neck movement Sundari mostly signify?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What influenced the greatest transformation of Kathak around the 15th century?
What influenced the greatest transformation of Kathak around the 15th century?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
Which Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj?
Which Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj?
Which Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor?
Which Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor?
What is the primary influence on the Lucknow Gharana?
What is the primary influence on the Lucknow Gharana?
Which Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles?
Which Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles?
Which Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting?
Which Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting?
What was the impact of British rule on Kathak?
What was the impact of British rule on Kathak?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
What are the unique features of each Gharana?
What are the unique features of each Gharana?
What is the characteristic of the Jaipur Gharana's dance compositions?
What is the characteristic of the Jaipur Gharana's dance compositions?
What was the impact of the decline of the Mughal Empire on Kathak?
What was the impact of the decline of the Mughal Empire on Kathak?
What was the primary influence on the Lucknow Gharana?
What was the primary influence on the Lucknow Gharana?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
What was the impact of the decline of the Mughal Empire on Kathak?
What was the impact of the decline of the Mughal Empire on Kathak?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What was the primary purpose of Kathak in the Mughal era?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What did Kathakars use to support their recitals in ancient India?
What did Kathakars use to support their recitals in ancient India?
What was the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What was the influence of Persian and Muslim traditions on Kathak dance?
What was the movement called when the head is turned and raised in a slanting position, moving in a half moon shape with the chin touching the neck?
What was the movement called when the head is turned and raised in a slanting position, moving in a half moon shape with the chin touching the neck?
Which Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj?
Which Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj?
What is the primary influence on the Lucknow Gharana?
What is the primary influence on the Lucknow Gharana?
Which Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles?
Which Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles?
Which Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions?
Which Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What was the original setting for Kathak performances in ancient India?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What does the neck movement Tirashchina signify?
What does the neck movement Tirashchina signify?
What was the impact of British rule on Kathak?
What was the impact of British rule on Kathak?
What influenced the greatest transformation of Kathak around the 15th century?
What influenced the greatest transformation of Kathak around the 15th century?
What does the neck movement Sundari signify?
What does the neck movement Sundari signify?
Which movement involves the brisk turning of the head to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
Which movement involves the brisk turning of the head to the right or left, to ignore or show superiority?
What is the main purpose of Griva bhedas (Neck Movements)?
What is the main purpose of Griva bhedas (Neck Movements)?
What does the neck movement Prarivartita signify?
What does the neck movement Prarivartita signify?
Which neck movement is used to show the movement of a snake head or while fencing with a sword?
Which neck movement is used to show the movement of a snake head or while fencing with a sword?
What is the characteristic of the Jaipur Gharana's dance compositions?
What is the characteristic of the Jaipur Gharana's dance compositions?
What type of stories were traditionally performed in the Natwari style of Kathak?
What type of stories were traditionally performed in the Natwari style of Kathak?
What was the influence of the decline of the Mughal Empire on Kathak?
What was the influence of the decline of the Mughal Empire on Kathak?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Kathak'?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
During which century did Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerge, passing down stylistic and technical features?
What does the head movement 'Adhomukham' signify?
What does the head movement 'Adhomukham' signify?
What is the purpose of the neck movement 'Tirashchina'?
What is the purpose of the neck movement 'Tirashchina'?
What is the characteristic of the neck movement 'Sundari'?
What is the characteristic of the neck movement 'Sundari'?
What does the head movement 'Kampitam' signify?
What does the head movement 'Kampitam' signify?
What is the meaning of the head movement 'Utkshiptam'?
What is the meaning of the head movement 'Utkshiptam'?
What does the neck movement 'Parivahittam' signify?
What does the neck movement 'Parivahittam' signify?
What is the primary role of the neck in dance movements?
What is the primary role of the neck in dance movements?
What is the meaning of 'Shirobheda'?
What is the meaning of 'Shirobheda'?
What is the significance of the head movement 'Paravrittam'?
What is the significance of the head movement 'Paravrittam'?
What is the purpose of the neck movement 'Sundari'?
What is the purpose of the neck movement 'Sundari'?
Study Notes
Evolution of Kathak Gharanas
- After the decline of the Mughal Empire, Kathak was patronized by kings in Rajasthan and other minor princely states
- Under British rule, Kathak lost its spiritual aspects and dignity but was rejuvenated after British rule
- During the 19th century, Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerged, passing down stylistic and technical features
- The Lucknow Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting
- The Jaipur Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj
- The Banaras Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor
- Lucknow Gharana originated and prospered in Lucknow, influenced by Muslim culture and featuring soft Bhavas
- Jaipur Gharana's center was in Jaipur, influenced by Hindu culture and involving special stress on purity of footwork
- Banaras Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles
- Each Gharana has unique features such as costume, influence, and specific dance movements
- The Lucknow Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions
- The Jaipur Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance, incorporating complex footwork and powerful compositions
Evolution of Kathak Gharanas
- After the decline of the Mughal Empire, Kathak was patronized by kings in Rajasthan and other minor princely states
- Under British rule, Kathak lost its spiritual aspects and dignity but was rejuvenated after British rule
- During the 19th century, Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerged, passing down stylistic and technical features
- The Lucknow Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting
- The Jaipur Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj
- The Banaras Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor
- Lucknow Gharana originated and prospered in Lucknow, influenced by Muslim culture and featuring soft Bhavas
- Jaipur Gharana's center was in Jaipur, influenced by Hindu culture and involving special stress on purity of footwork
- Banaras Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles
- Each Gharana has unique features such as costume, influence, and specific dance movements
- The Lucknow Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions
- The Jaipur Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance, incorporating complex footwork and powerful compositions
Evolution of Kathak Gharanas
- After the decline of the Mughal Empire, Kathak was patronized by kings in Rajasthan and other minor princely states
- Under British rule, Kathak lost its spiritual aspects and dignity but was rejuvenated after British rule
- During the 19th century, Gharanas or schools of Kathak emerged, passing down stylistic and technical features
- The Lucknow Gharana emphasizes grace, elegance, and naturalness, with a strong role for expressional acting
- The Jaipur Gharana emphasizes technical mastery of pure dance and incorporates compositions from the pakhawaj
- The Banaras Gharana is characterized by the exclusive use of natwari or dance bols and a greater use of the floor
- Lucknow Gharana originated and prospered in Lucknow, influenced by Muslim culture and featuring soft Bhavas
- Jaipur Gharana's center was in Jaipur, influenced by Hindu culture and involving special stress on purity of footwork
- Banaras Gharana evolved at Banaras, influenced by Hindu religion and featuring a good balance of Tandava and Lasya styles
- Each Gharana has unique features such as costume, influence, and specific dance movements
- The Lucknow Gharana is particularly known for its unique feature of grace and delicate movements, and heartwarming vocal compositions
- The Jaipur Gharana emphasizes the technical mastery of pure dance, incorporating complex footwork and powerful compositions
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Explore the evolution of Kathak Gharanas in this quiz. Learn about the unique features and influences of the Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras Gharanas, as well as their distinct styles and technical aspects. Test your knowledge of the history and development of these iconic schools of Kathak dance.
