Performing Arts Multiple Choice Questions
1. The world celebrates Theatre Day as announce by UNESCO on
A. 14th November
B. 27th March
C. 23rd March
D. 31st October
2. Assertion (A): A Guru should be like a second parent to his students, who ensures the overall development of them.
Reason (R): More than parents a guru is placed on the level of God and is respected accordingly.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are false.
B. Both A. and (R) are true.
C. A. is true, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
3. International Theatre Institute (ITI) is set up by
A. U.S.A.
B. U.S.S.R.
C. UNI
D. UNESCO
4. The acting manual of Kutiyattam is known as
A. Hastalakshan Kosha
B. Kramadepika
C. Gosthi
D. Hasta-Deepika
5. Give the correct sequence on the basis of their play wrights:
A. Shakuntalam, Urubhangam, Mrichhakatikam, Uttar Ramcharitam.
B. Mrichhakatikam, Uttar Ramcharitam, Urubhangam, Shakuntalam.
C. Urubhangam, Shakuntalam, Mrichhakatikam, Uttar Ramcharitam.
D. Uttar Ramcharitam, Mrichhakatikam, Shakuntalam, Urubhangam.
6. Identify the correct sequence as per their Geographical origin:
A. Chakyar Koothu, Krishnanattam, Ramanattam, Kathakali
B. Ramanattam, Krishnanattam, Chakyar Koothu, Kathakali
C. Chakyar Koothu, Ramanattam, Krishnanattam, Kathakali
D. Chakyar Koothu, Kathakali, Krishnanattam, Ramanattam
7. Pick the odd one out in respect of the colours used in Krishnanattam.
A. Pazhuppu
B. Kazhuppu
C. Minukku
D. Paccha
8. “Nangiars” are associated with
A. Ramleela
B. Jatra
C. Kudiattam
D. Bhagawat Mela Natakam
Answer – C.
9. ‘Ascharya Chudamani’ – a famous Ramayana play in Sanskrit is written by
A. Jaydev
B. Kulsekhar
C. Murari
D. Shaktibhadra
10. Assertion (A): Most of India’s rural theatre forms were created by Hindus for Hindus.
Reason (R): Bhand Jashna the rural theatre form of Kashmir is an exception to it.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are true.
B. A. is true, (R) is false.
C. Both A. and (R) are false.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
11. The most prominent writer scholar of dance and its philosophy is
A. Dr. V. Raghavan
B. Dr. P.S.R. Appa Rao
C. Dr. Arudra
D. Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan
12. ‘Janantika’ as described by Bharata is one kind of a
A. Dramatic Plot
B. Dramatic Speech
C. Dramatic Irony
D. Dramatic Action
13. Which is the correct sequence?
A. Prekshaka-Niveshana, Ranga Pith, Ranga Shirsh, Nepathya Gruh
B. Ranga Shirsh, Ranga Pith, Nepathya Gruh, Prekshaka- Niveshana
C. Nepathya Gruh, Prekshaka- Niveshana, Ranga Pith, Ranga Shirsh
D. Ranga Pith, Nepathya Gruh, Ranga Shirsh, Prekshaka- Niveshana
14. World Dance Day is celebrated on
A. 29th April
B. 27th July
C. 6th June
D. 10th February
15. We have now four types of ‘Pravritti-s’ identify the correct sequence
A. Aavanthi, Paanchalamadhyama, Daakshinatya, Oodhramagadhi
B. Daakshinatya, Aavanthi, Oodhramaagadhi, Paanchalamadhyama
C. Oodhramagadhi, Paanchalamadhyama, Daakshinatya, Aavanthi
D. Paanchalamadhyama, Oodhramagadhi, Aavanthi, Daakshinatya
Answer – B.
16. Saradatanaya work on ‘Rasa’ and ‘Natya’
A. Ashtadhyayi
B. Kaavyalankara
C. Abhinava Bharati
D. Bhavaprakasana
17. Who propagated the idea of ‘Sukh Dukhatmaka’ Rasa?
A. Sagarnandin
B. Sarangadeva
C. Ramchandra-Guachandra
D. Sardatanaya
18. Which pair of the following is not matched correctly?
A. Sringarprakasa – Bhoja
B. Abhinaya Darpana– Nandikeshwar
C. Natak-Lakshan- Ratnakosa– Vidyanatha
D. Natakachandrika – Rupa Goswamin
19. A type of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act?
A. Vyayoga
B. Vithi
C. Bha a
D. Utsrustikanka
20. Veethi Natakam is one kind of
A. Temple theatre
B. Street theatre
C. Cycle play
D. Puppet theatre
21. ‘Tiraskarini’ is a Sanskrit word which denotes
A. Mask
B. Movement
C. Screen
D. Ornament
Answer: C.
22. ‘Mukha raga’ means
A. Size of the body
B. Size of eyes
C. Colour of the face
D. Photogenic
Answer: C.
23. Arrange the incarnation of Lord Vishnu according to his appearance
A. Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasingha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Balarama, Budha, Kalki
B. Kurma, Matsya, Narasingha, Rama, Varaha, Parshurama, Balarama, Budha, Kalki, Vamana
C. Vamana, Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasingha, Parshurama, Balarama, Kalki, Rama, Budha
D. Parshurama, Balarama, Kurma, Matsya, Rama, Budha, Varaha, Kalki, Narasingha, Vamana
Answer: A.
24. The Chief Rasa of Bhana is
A. Sringara
B. Hasya
C. Karuna
D. Bibhatsa
Answer: B.
25. Select the correct sequence:
A. Oral tradition, literary tradition, Pictorial tradition, performing tradition
B. Performing tradition, Oral tradition, literary tradition, Pictorial tradition
C. Pictorial tradition, Oral tradition, Performing tradition, literary tradition
D. Performing tradition, Oral tradition, Pictorial tradition, literary tradition
Answer: D.
26. Assertion A.: AnkiA NAt is a form of religious theatre originated in Assam.
Reason (R): It was created by Sankardeva, an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu.
Codes:
A. A. is true, (R) is true.
B. A. is true, (R) is false.
C. A. is false, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
Answer: A.
27. The first ever play performed by Bharatamuni in classical Indian style, according to Natyashastra, is named as
A. Ananda-Parvata
B. Amrita-Manthanam
C. Hasya-Chudamani
D. Samudra-Manthanam
Answer: B.
28. Folk theatre usually depends upon
A. Well written text
B. Vague ideas of the plot
C. Improvisation & Spontaneity
D. Method acting
Answer: C.
29. According to Natyasastra, when music and dance predominate in ‘Natya’ it is called as
A. Rupa
B. Uparoopaka
C. Rupaka
D. DrisyaRoopaka
Answer: B.
30. From the Epics, which character is often used in Dance and Drama to portray woman centric issues?
A. Draupadi
B. Sita
C. Gandhari
D. Kaikeyi
Answer: A.
31. A type of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act?
A. Vyayoga
B. Vithi
C. Bha a
D. Utsrustikanka
Answer: C.
32. Assertion A.: The Mahabharata and Bhagavata Purana had powerful hold on some Traditional Theatre Forms.
Reason (R): They leaned heavily upon these for their heroic themes.
Codes:
A. A. and (R) are true.
B. A. and (R) are false.
C. A. is true, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
Answer: A.
33. The Kathakali Vesha “Kalyan Saugandhikam” is the story of
A. Nakul
B. Vali
C. Bhima
D. Angad
Answer: C.
34. Veethi Natakam is one kind of
A. Temple theatre
B. Street theatre
C. Cycle play
D. Puppet theatre
Answer: B.
35. ‘Janantika’ as described by Bharata is one kind of a
A. Dramatic Plot
B. Dramatic Speech
C. Dramatic Irony
D. Dramatic Action
Answer: B.
36. Select the correct sequence of the following Sandhis:
A. Vimarsa, Mukha, Nirvahana, Pratimukha, Garbha
B. Mukha, Pratimukha, Garbha, Vimarsa, Nirvahana,
C. Garbha, Nirvahana, Pratimukha, Vimarsa, Mukha,
D. Nirvahana, Garbha, Mukha, Vimarsa, Pratimukha,
Answer: B.
37. Assertion A.: Bharata’s nAndi verses make a reference to the victory of Soma or Moon.
Reason (R): Moon is the basis of Rasa, according to Bharata.
Codes:
A. A. is true, (R) is false.
B. Both A. and (R) are false.
C. Both A. and (R) are true.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
Answer: C.
38. “Nangiars” are associated with
A. Ramleela
B. Jatra
C. Kudiattam
D. Bhagawat Mela Natakam
Answer: C.
39 Who is identified as intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO?
A. Chandralekha
B. Yakshagana
C. Mani Madhav Chakiyar
D. Pt. Birju Maharaj
Answer: C.
40. Assertion A.: A Guru should be like a second parent to his students, who ensures the overall development of them.
Reason (R): More than parents a guru is placed on the level of God and is respected accordingly.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are false.
B. Both A. and (R) are true.
C. A. is true, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
Answer: B.
41. Chavittu Natakam is a form of theatre which is centred around
A. Muslim subject matter
B. Christian subject matter
C. Jain subject matter
D. Hindu subject matter
Answer: B.
42. Arrange the correct sequence:
A. Mishra, Khand, Tisra, Sankirn
B. Tisra, Khand, Mishra,Sankirn
C. Khand, Tisra, Mishra, Sankirn
D. Khand, Mishra, Tisra, Sankirn
Answer: B.
43. Assertion A.: Pratyahar is one part of Purvaranga.
Reason (R): Instruments are put in a proper place in Pratyahar.
Codes:
A. A. is true, (R) is false.
B. A. is false, (R) is true.
C. A. is false, (R) is false.
D. A. is true, (R) is true.
Answer: D.
44. The Dance and Drama Institution which has been proved a turning point in the history of performing arts in modern period
A. INT
B. IPTA
C. NSD
D. NCPA
Answer: B.
45. Select the correct sequence from the following as per Natyashastra
A. Rasa, Tandava Lakshana, Nandi, Nayaka Bheda
B. Tandav Lakshana, Rasa, Nandi, Nayaka Bheda
C. Nandi, Tandav Lakshana, Rasa, Nayaka Bheda
D. Nandi, Rasa, Nayaka Bheda, Tandava Lakshana
Answer: C.
46. The “Nandi” of Natyashastra can be called
A. “Avanu” of Bhavai
B. Preliminary of a Play
C. Purvaranga of Dance
D. All of above
Answer: D.
47. Put in the correct sequence of time
A. Madhavi, Vasavadutta, Malavika, Vasantasena
B. Vasavadutta, Madhavi, Vasantasena, Malavika,
C. Vasantasena, Vasavadutta, Madhavi, Malavika
D. Vasavadutta, Madhavi, Malavika, Vasantasena
Answer: A.
48. Identify the correct sequence:
A. Bhatta Lolata, Shankuka, Abhinavagupta, Bhatta Nayaka
B. Bhatta Lolata, Bhatta Nayaka, Shankuka, Abhinavagupta
C. Bhatta Lolata, Shankuka, Bhatta Nayaka, Abhinavagupta
D. Abhinavagupta, Bhatta Nayaka, Bhatta Lolata, Shankuka
Answer: C.
49. Put in the correct sequence of appearance:
A. Dasharatha, Kaikeyi, Valmiki, Manthara
B. Valmiki, Dasharatha, Manthara, Kaikeyi
C. Valmiki, Dasharatha, Kaikeyi, Manthara
D. Valmiki, Kaikeyi, Dashratha, Manthara
Answer: C.
50. The ‘Bharatlila’ of Orissa stresses episodes concerning
A. Rama and Bharata
B. Arjuna and Subhadra
C. Bharata and Kaikeyi
D. Dashrath and Kaushalya
Answer: B.
51. Mask like make-up is associated with
A. Noh
B. Manipuri
C. Kathakali
D. Khon
Answer: C.
52. Match the items in List-I with the items in List-II.
List – I
List – II
A. Uttar Ramacharita
(i) Vishakhdatta
B. Ve i Sanhar
(ii) Bhavbhuti
C. Mudra Rakshas
(iii) Harsha
D. Ratnavali
(iv) Bhatt NArAya a
Codes:
A. B. C. D.
A. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
B. (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
C. (iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
D. (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
Answer: B.
53. Pick the correct sequence from Abhinayadarpana:
A. Mandala, Sthanaka, Utplavana, Chari, Bhramari.
B. Sthanaka, Chari, Utplavana, Mandala, Bhramari.
C. Chari, Mandala, Bhramari, Utplavana, Sthanaka.
D. Mandala, Sthanaka, Utplavana, Bhramari, Chari.
Answer: D.
54. Pick the odd one out:
A. Bolshoi Ballet – Moscow
B. Broadway – New York
C. Bharat Bhavan – Bhopal
D. Sanmukhanand Sabha – Chennai
Answer: D.
55. For Grammy Awards, the life time achievement award was conferred on which of the following Indian artist
A. A.R. Rehman
B. Pt. Ravi Shankar
C. Nora Johns
D. Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt
Answer: B.
56. Pick the odd one out from the given ‘emotions’.
A. Rati / Love
B. Krodha / Anger
C. Bhaya / Fear
D. Asru / Tears
Answer: D.
57. The choreographers and directors known for using both idioms of dance and theatre in their productions are
A. E. Alkazi
B. Ratan Thaiyam
C. Mrinalini Sarabhai
D. Uday Shankar
Answer: A.
58. Assertion A.: Chhau and Kalaripayatu are now used both in dance and theatre.
Reason (R): Both forms provide muscular strength and concentration of mind.
Codes:
A. A. is true (R) is false.
B. A. is false (R) is true.
C. A. is false (R) is false.
D. A. is true (R) is true.
Answer: D.
59. Match the items in List – I with the items in List – II:
List – I
List – II
a. Angika
i. Singing
b. Satvika
ii. Mudras
c. Vachika
iii. Design
d. Aharya
iv. Balanced state
Codes:
a b c d
A. ii iv i iii
B. iii i ii iv
C. i iii iv ii
D. iv ii iii i
Answer: A.
60. Assertion A.: In Bharata’s concept of nAtya, dance and drama are not distinct entities.
Reason (R): Both are knit together by the common element of Abhinaya.
Codes:
A. A. is false, (R) is false.
B. A. is true, (R) is true.
C. A. is false, (R) is true.
D. A. is true, (R) is false.
Answer: B.
61. Which is the folk dance of Bihar?
A. Santhal Nrutya
B. Lambadi Nrutya
C. Nacha
D. Sarhul
Answer: D.
62. The “Ability Unlimited Group” comprises of dancers who are
A. Physically challenged
B. Mentally challenged
C. Deaf
D. Dumb
Answer: A.
63. Match items in List – I with List – II:
List – I
List – II
a. Zakir Hussain
i. Sitar
b. Vikku Vinayak Rao
ii. Mohan Veena
c. Shahid Parvez
iii. Ghatam
d. Vishva Mohan Bhatt
iv. Tabla
Codes:
a b c d
A. iv iii i ii
B. ii iii iv i
C. iii iv i ii
D. iii ii i iv
Answer: A.
64. In context of Natasutra, the word Nata is first used in
A. Astadhyayi of Panini
B. Nrutyadhyaya of Ashokmalla
C. Bharata’s Natyashastra
D. Natya Darpana of Ramachandra Gunachandra
Answer: A.
65. Haasyagaru is a buffoon in
A. Kuravanji Natakam
B. Yakshagana
C. Kathakali
D. Teru Koothu
Answer: B.
66. ‘Baithakibhava’ is a speciality of
A. Kathakali
B. Saraikela
C. Kathak
D. Sattariya
Answer: C.
67. Kalasutribahuliya is a form of
A. Mask dance
B. Puppet theatre
C. Sword dance
D. Stick dance
Answer: B.
68. Pick the odd one out:
An Indian folk orchestra does not include
A. Mardala
B. Khanjira
C. Clarionet
D. Morsing
Answer: C.
69. A dance presentation is
A. Descriptive
B. Narrative
C. Narrative and Interpretative
D. Interpretative
Answer: C.
70. Indian architectural sites are maintained by
A. UNESCO
B. A.S.I.
C. A.I.U.
D. A.I.R.
Answer: B.
71. Who is the most political character of Mahabharata?
A. Shakuni
B. Krishna
C. Bhishma
D. Draupadi
Answer: B.
72. Which is the correct sequence in Purvaranga?
A. PratyahAr, Nandi, Rang Dwar, Trigata, PrarochanA.
B. NAndi, Rang Dwar, Prarochana, PratyAhar, Trigata.
C. Rang Dwar, Trigata, Prarochana, Pratyahar, Nandi.
D. Prarochana, Nandi, Rang Dwar, Trigata, PratyAhar.
Answer: A.
73. Manch is a folk popular tradition which is prevalent in
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Punjab
C. Rajasthan
D. Madhya Pradesh
Answer: D.
74. Who help ‘Sita’ in Ashok Vaatika?
A. Trizata
B. Soorpanakha
C. Mandodari
D. Manthara
Answer: A.
75. Assertion A.: Performing Arts of India brings to mind the single body and many armed image of Durga or of Siva in the form of Natraj. These symbols are the continual play of energy and rhythm in plural forms.
Reason (R): There are traditions, and not one tradition of the performing Arts in the vast Geographical area, all are characterised by a staggering multiplicity of genres, forms, styles and techniques.
Codes:
A. A. is true and (R) is true
B. A. is false and (R) is true
C. A. is false and (R) is false
D. A. is true and (R) is false
Answer: A.
76. Identify the correct sequence:
A. Kudiyattam, Krishnattam, Ramanattam, Kathakali.
B. Krishnattam, Kudiyattam, Ramanattam, Kathakali.
C. Kudiyattam, Ramanattam, Krishnattam, Kathakali.
D. Ramanattam, Kudiyattam, Krishnattam, Kathakali.
Answer: A.
77. To bring into being the pleasures and pains experienced by others, making them an individual’s own is called
A. Abhyasa
B. Sattva
C. Aakaarya
D. Vibhrama
Answer: B.
78. The language used in Drama is divided into four categories. Put them into order
A. Atibhasha, Aaryabhasha, Jaatibhasha, Yoonyantribhasha
B. Aaaryabhasha, Yoonyantribhasha, Atibhasha, Jaatibhasha
C. Jaatibhasha, Atibhasha, Aaryabhasha, yoonyantaribhasha
D. Aaaryabhasha, Jaatibhasha, Atibhasha, yooyantaribhasha
Answer: A.
79. Which couple is from epic literature?
A. Malavika and Agnimitra
B. Shakuntala and Dushyanta
C. Malati and Madhava
D. Vasantasena and Charudatta
Answer: B.
80. Assertion A.: Vaishnavism had greatly stimulated the growth of temple drama.
Reason (R): It developed elaborate code of religious rites and rituals in its sectarian practice.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are true.
B. A. is true, (R) is false.
C. A. is false (R) is true.
D. Both A. and (R) are false.
Answer: A.
81. The status and facilities given to Dancers and Actors is given in
A. Arthashastra
B. Kamasutra
C. ShukranitiSar
D. Natya Lakshan Ratna Kosha
Answer: A.
82. Assertion A.: There is no difference between NAtak and Prakarana
Reason (R): Both are considered to be Rupaka by Bharata.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are true.
B. A. is true (R) is false.
C. Both A. and (R) are false
D. A. is false (R) is true.
Answer: D.
83. The most important Theatrical light device is
A. Spot light
B. Fresnel
C. Flood light
D. Strobe light
Answer: A.
84. Assertion A.: Arts and Meida – it seems they are old adversaries with a long past of a love-hate relationship.
Reason (R): They have often been considered to be in opposition to each other or as mutually exclusive.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are false.
B. A. is true, (R) is false.
C. (R) is true, A. is false.
D. Both A. and (R) are true.
Answer: D.
85. The most extensively used dance notation system of the 20th Cent is by
A. Jean Georges Noverre
B. Rudolf Laban
C. Alexander
D. Elia Kazan
Answer: B.
86. Identify the correct sequence:
A. Leelavati, Angika, Draupadi, Stree
B. Angika, Leelavati, Draupadi, Stree
C. Leelavati, Angika, Stree, Draupadi
D. Leelavati, Draupadi, Angika, Stree
Answer: B.
87. The famous post-Natyasastric text which does not believe that each and every Rasa gives blissful experience.
A. Sahitya Darpan.a
B. Natya Darpan.a
C. Bhav Prakasan
D. Sangit Ratnakar
Answer: B.
88. ‘Dharmi’ point of view, one of the ‘Rupaka-s’ given here is different from others. Pick it.
A. Prahasana
B. Veedhi
C. Samavakara
D. Nataka
Answer: A.
89. Which one is not correctly matched?
A. Dummy Horse – Tamil Nadu
B. Naga Dance – Manipur
C. Chakkiyar Koothu – Andhra Pradesh
D. Mohiniyattam – Kalyanikutti Amma
Answer: C.
90. The body attitude of a dancer/actor should indicate
A. Psychological perspective
B. Sociological perspective
C. Aesthetic perspective
D. All of the above
Answer: D.
91. Identify the correct full form of WZCC
A. West Zone Capital Company
B. Western Zone Cultural Capital
C. West Zone Cultural Council
D. West Zone Cultural Centre
Answer: D.
92. Select the correct sequence of the following items of Purvaranga:
A. Avatarana, Arambha, AshrAvanA, PratyAhAra
B. Arambha, Avatarana , PratyAhAra AshrAvanA,
C. PratyAhAra, Avatarana, Arambha, AshrAvanA
D. AshrAvanA, Arambha, Avatarana, PratyAhAra
Answer: C.
93. This is an Indian dramatic form confined to AGRA, the home of Taj Mahal
A. Bhagvat Mela
B. Bhagat
C. Bharatlila
D. Bhamakalapam
Answer: B.
94. Assertion A.: There is a great deal to learn about Indian Civilisation from Sanskrit plays.
Reason (R): Sanskrit plays give a perspective of pervading views of philosophy and religion.
Codes:
A. A. is true, (R) is true.
B. A. is false, (R) is true.
C. A. is true, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is false.
Answer: A.
95. Putabheda is movement of
A. Eyebrows
B. Eyelids
C. Eyelash
D. Eyeballs
Answer: B.
96. The technical word used by Natyasastra for the ‘Down stage’ is
A. Rangasirsa
B. Rangapith
C. Nepathya
D. Mattavarani
Answer: B.
97. Here we have four important personalities mentioned in chapter II of Natyasastra. Choose the ‘different’ personality among these:
A. Narada
B. Bharata
C. Nahusha
D. Brahma
Answer: C.
98. A raised platform measuring 12″× 12″ is centered in the rear half stated in Natyasastra called as
A. Mattavaarani
B. Ranga Seersha
C. Ranga Peetha
D. Shad daruka
Answer: B.
99. The prime element that plays a vital role in Girish KarnArd’s NAg Mandal is
A. The Diction
B. The Design
C. Contradiction of Day and Night
D. Realistic Approach
Answer: C.
100. What is the name of character which turns as deer?
A. Hanuman
B. Maaricha
C. Ravana
D. Vibhishana
Answer: B.
101. The most common Tala with 8 or multiple of 8 “Matra” is known as
A. Dadra
B. Zaptal
C. Adi Tala
D. Rupak
Answer: C.
102. The technical instrument a must for sound on stage is
A. Amplifier
B. Speakers
C. Mixer
D. Microphone
Answer: A.
103. ‘Narasimha-Prahlad’, a traditional theatre form popular in
A. Odisha
B. Rajasthan
C. Goa
D. Tamilnadu
Answer: A.
104. The Noh and Wayang Dance theatres are respectively from
A. Japan – Indonesia
B. China – Indonesia
C. Java – Bali
D. Japan – China
Answer: A.
105. Assertion A.: To be a contemporary creative dancer or actor, one has to be brilliant and something of a rebel.
Reason (R): The dancer or actor has to venture into uncharted terrain to be creative.
Codes:
A. A. is false, (R) is true.
B. A. is true, (R) is false.
C. A. and (R) both true.
D. A. and (R) both false.
Answer: C.
106. Mavshi is a character in
A. Rasalila
B. Tamasha
C. Nautanki
D. Ankia Nat
Answer: B.
107. The living legend recognised as heritage by UNESCO is
A. Ravi Shankar
B. Mani Madhav Chakiyar
C. Kapila Vatsyayan
D. Balmurali Krishnan
Answer: B.
108. Which is not correctly matched?
A. Birju Maharaj – Kathak
B. Kapila Vatsyayan – Odissi
C. Rukmini Devi Arundele – Bharat Natyam
D. Kalamandalam Gopi – Kathakali
Answer: B.
109 ‘AMPHI’ Theatre located in
A. Saanchi
B. Amarnath
C. Nagarjuna Konda
D. Amaravathi
Answer: C.
110. Assertion A.: The way we use our body in daily life is substantially different from the way the body, used in the performances.
Reason (R): In daily life, we use the body technique which has been conditioned by our culture, social status and our profession.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are correct.
B. Both A. and (R) are false.
C. A. is correct, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is correct.
Answer: A.
111. The episode which does not belong to Krishnanattam
A. AvatAram
B. BAl lila
C. Kaliyamardanam
D. Rasakrida
Answer: B.
112. Pick the odd one out
A. Bharat Ranga Mahotsav- Theatre
B. The other festival – Contemporary Dance
C. Savai Gandharva festival – Music
D. Uday Shankar Festival – Dance
Answer: C.
113. Assertion A.: The sages asked Bharat “how is it that an actor is able to present the pleasures and pains of a character in a natural way without himself having experienced the exact emotions of the character?”
Reason (R): Bharata replied that it is possible on account of Sattva or innate emotional response.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are wrong.
B. (R) is correct and A. is wrong.
C. Both A. and (R) are correct.
D. A. is correct and (R) is wrong.
Answer: C.
114. The Puppet Theatre of SEA is known as
A. Bunaraku
B. Wayang
C. Dalang
D. Kabuki
Answer: B.
115. Identify the correct sequence:
A. Natya Shastra, Greek Theatre, Ballet, Modern dance
B. Greek Theatre, Natya Shastra, Ballet, Modern dance
C. Natya Shastra, Ballet, Greek Theatre, Modern dance
D. Natya Shastra, Greek Theatre, Modern dance, Ballet
Answer: B.
116. Silappadikaram explains the
A. 10 Rupakas
B. 9 Rasas
C. 8 Nayikas
D. 11 Kuttus
Answer: D.
117. The spirit dance of Burma is called
A. Nat Pue
B. Yokthe Pue
C. Wayang Kulit
D. Lakon
Answer: A.
118. Assertion A.: Ballet is similar to present day dance-drama.
Reason (R): Both have dance technique, a story line, musical score and stage performance.
A. A. is true (R) is false
B. A. is false (R) is true
C. A. is false (R) is false
D. A. is true (R) is true
Answer: D.
119. The blissful state created by the experience of RASA is called as
A. Ananda
B. Paramananda
C. Brahmananda
D. Akhandananda
Answer: C.
120. Which pair is not properly matched?
A. Sutra – Mana
B. Shalabhanjika – Vrikshikha
C. Surasundari – Gandharva
D. Lokeswara – Buddha
Answer: C.
121. Section of Kathakali and Kutiyattam where the actor is free to improvise
A. Lokdharmi
B. Manodharma
C. Natyadharmi
D. Natyabhangi
Answer: B.
122. Pick the odd one out:
A. Tandava – Lasya
B. Talam – Rhythm
C. Flute – Bamboo
D. Nadaswaram – Sitar
Answer: D.
123. Select the correct sequence of appearance of the following characters:
A. Jatayu, Marich, Shravan, Shurpanakha
B. Shravan, Marich, Jatayu, Shurpanakha
C. Marich, Shravan, Shurpanakha, Jatayu
D. Shravan, Shurpanakha, Marich, Jatayu
Answer: D.
124. India’s major thinkers in the field of performing arts are
A. S.K. Saxena
B. Karl Khandalawala
C. Aurobindo Ghosh
D. Anand Coomaraswamy
Answer: C.
125. Penchak is a dance form from
A. Balli
B. Cambodia
C. Laos
D. Kerala
Answer: A.
126. Which does not have sanchari elaborations?
A. Oddissi
B. Jatisvaram
C. Ashtapadi
D. Thumri
Answer: B.
127. Sarfoji Maharaja wrote
A. Sangeeta Parijat
B. Tristhali Yatrechi Lavani
C. Prahlada Charitram
D. Sita Svayamvara
Answer: B.
128. Saing is the musical orchestra for dances of
A. Thailand
B. Burma
C. Cambodia
D. Indonesia
Answer: B.
129. The mask of one of the ancient Indian scholars is very revered in Thailand. Which one is it?
A. Panini
B. Valmiki
C. Ved Vyas
D. Bharat
Answer: D.
130. He is the hero of BhAna type of drama
A. Pi hamarda
B. Vidu aka
C. Via
D. Ce a
Answer: C.
131. Pick the odd one out:
The voice training is important to both theatre and dance practitioners as
A. They can impress the audience
B. It allows certain theatricality.
C. Both need to speak or sing.
D. It is one of the four modes of expression
Answer: D.
132. Here, we have the ‘Kaaryavasthas’. Put in order as mentioned in Natya Sastra
A. Prayatna, Praaptisambhava, Phalayoga, Niyatapti, Prarambha
B. Niyatapti, Prarambha, Phalayoga, Praaptisambhava, Prayatna
C. Praaptisambhava, Prayatna, Prarambha, Niyatapti, Phalayoga
D.Prarambha, Prayatana, Praapatisambhava, Phalyoga, Niyatapti
Answer: D.
133. Indian Foundation for Arts is
A. A performance theatre
B. Multi-cultural centre
C. Branch of ford foundation
D. Granting body
Answer: D.
134. Assertion A.: The Natyashastra has an entire section on Music.
Reason (R): The music was used according to the requirement of the theatre production.
Codes:
A. A. is false (R) is false.
B. A. is false (R) is true.
C. A. is true (R) is false.
D. A. is true (R) is true.
Answer: D.
135. Assertion A.: King Kulasekhara Varman Cheraman Perumal wrote two plays viz. Subhadraharana and Tapatisamvarana
Reason (R): King of Tamil chera dynasty Kulasekhara varman reformed Koodiyattam.
Codes:
A. A. is true (R) is false.
B. A. is true (R) is true.
C. A. is false, (R) is true
D. A. is false, (R) is false.
Answer: B.
136. Identify the correct sequence of their appearance in Mahabharata:
A. Rukmani, Pradyuman, Pratip, Ghatotkatcha
B. Pratip, Pradyuman, Rukmani, Ghatotkatcha
C. Pratip, Rukmani, Pradyuman, Ghatotkatcha
D. Pradyuman, Ghatotkatcha, Pratip, Rukmani
Answer: C.
137. It is a famous commentary on NAtyashastra
A. Natya Lakshan Ratanakosh
B. Natya Manjari Suarabh
C. Abhinav Bharati
D. Astadhyayi
Answer: C.
138. Identify the correct sequence of the chapters of Natyashastra
A. Puja to the Gods of stage, Origin of Drama, Description of Karan, Description of Play House
B. Origin of Drama, Description of Play House, Puja to the Gods of Stage, Description of Karan
C. Origin of Drama, Puja to the Gods of Stage, Description of Play House, Description of Karan
D. Puja to the Gods of stage, Origin of Drama, Description of Play House, Description of Karan
Answer: B.
139. Which is the instrument used in “Yakshagana”?
A. Maddale
B. Piano
C. Flute
D. Dilruba
Answer: A.
140. Pick the odd one but. The leading characteristics of post-modern dance and theatre are
A. Form dominates over content
B. There is break down in stage audience communication
C. Heavy use of visual images, stylized movements and groupings.
D. The actors or dancers are not important.
Answer: C.
141. Kundhei-nach is a tradition of glove puppets prevalent in
A. Bengal
B. Manipur
C. Orissa
D. Rajasthan
Answer: C.
142. Pick up the ‘Rupaka’ which has predominance of ‘Lok Dharmi’
A. Echamriga
B. Vyayoga
C. Natika
D. Prakarana
Answer: D.
143. Identify the correct sequence:
A. Bhaya, Adbhuta, Hasya, Bibhatsa.
B. Bibhatsa, Hasya, Adbhuta, Bhaya.
C. Hasya, Adbhuta, Bibhatsa, Bhaya.
D. Hasya, Bhaya, Bibhatsa, Adbhuta.
Answer: D.
144. The Chitrasabha of Nataraja is in
A. Tiruvalangadu
B. Kuttralam
C. Chidambaram
D. Madurai
Answer: C.
145. Masked play of Thailand is
A. Wayang
B. Khon
C. Anyein Pwe
D. Penchak
Answer: B.
146. Which is not an ornament of the ankle?
A. Nupura
B. Angada
C. Kinkini
D. Kataka
Answer: B.
147. Pindibandhas are
A. Circular formations
B. Linear formations
C. Choreographic patterns
D. Duet dancing
Answer: C.
148. One kind of Rupaka which is a monologue in one act
A. IhAmrga
B. VyAyoga
C. BhAna
D. Vithi
Answer: C.
149. Which pair is not properly matched?
A. Manipuri – Sankeertan
B. Kummatikali – Mask
C. Vilasini Natyam– Swapnasundari
D. Kathak – Chaali
Answer: D.
150. Assertion A.: Raslila of Manipur has some common aspects with Raslila of Braj.
Reason (R): Both are understood as acts of devotion and not mere entertainment.
Codes:
A. A. is true, (R) is true.
B. A. is true, (R) is false.
C. A. is false, (R) is false.
D. A. is false, (R) is true.
Answer: A.
151. SPICMACAY stands for
A. Society for Performance of Indian classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth
B. Society for Performance of Indian Classical Music and Culinary Arts amongst Youth
C. Society for Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture amongst Youth
D. Society for Promotion of Indian Classical Magic and Culture amongst Youth
Answer: C.
152. The distinctive style of English, Comedy of Humours was popularized by
A. William Congreve
B. John Dryden
C. Ben Johnson
D. John Arden
Answer: C.
153. Assertion A.: DhAnanjay classified various Rupakas on the basis of Vastu, Neta and Rasa.
Reason (R): He wanted to differ from Bharata’s concept of Daśrupaka who believed that Vritti determines the types of dramatic composition.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are true.
B. Both A. and (R) are false.
C. A. is true, (R) is false.
D. (R) is true, A. is false.
Answer: A.
154. “Shilapadikaram” is
A. Sanskrit treatise
B. Love story
C. Tamil classic
D. Treatise on dance
Answer: C.
155. Assertion A.: The puppets have a broad social base and cast a wide net.
Reason (R): They keep incorporating new thematic and textual material drawn from social life, customs and beliefs.
Codes:
A. Both A. and (R) are true.
B. Both A. and (R) are false.
C. A. true (R) false.
D. A. false (R) true.
Answer: A.
156. Write in correct order
A. Pataka, Prakari, Bindu, Beeja, Karya
B. Prakari, Bindu, Pataka, Karya, Beeja
C. Beeja, Karya, Pataka, Bindu, Prakari
D. Beeja, Bindu, Pataka, Prakari, Karya
Answer: D.
157. Here, we have some of the aspects of Naatya Ved Sangraha or the essence of Naatya Sastra. Put them in order.
A. Bhava, Abhinaya, Vritti, Siddhi, Ranga, Rasa
B. Ranga, Vritti, Bhava, Siddhi, Rasa, Abhinaya
C. Rasa, Bhava, Abhinaya, Vritti, Siddhi, Ranga
D.Abhinaya, Bhava, Rasa, Siddhi, Ranga, Vritti
Answer: C.
158. “The History of Sanskrit Poetics” book written by
A. S. N. Shastri
B. Pingali Lakshmi Kantam
C. K. M. Varma
D. P. V. Kane
Answer: D.
159. In which play a competition is held to prove the ability of dance teacher?
A. Abhigyanshakuntalam
B. Karpoormanjiri
C. Malvikagnimitram
D. Ramcharitam
Answer: C.
160. Inner Knowledge or personal experience mentioned in Naatya Sastraas
A. Nirved
B. Adhyatma
C. Anubhav
D. Swed
Answer: B.
161. The device of play within a play in Sanskrit Drama is known as
A. Anka
B. GarbhAnka
C. Utsrustikanka
D. AnkAvatAra
Answer: B.
162. The word ‘Pusta’ is described in the context of
A. Angika Abhinaya
B. Vachika Abhinaya
C. Aharya Abhinaya
D. Sattvika Abhinaya
Answer: C.
163. Assertion A.: Brahma created twenty four ‘Apsara-s’ on the entreaty of Bharata for the performances according to Natya Sastra.
Reason (R): Bharata thought that Apsara-s can portray their characters very well and moreover they are dancers.
Codes:
A. A. is correct but (R) is wrong.
B. Both A. and (R) are wrong.
C. (R) is right and A. is wrong.
D. Both A. and (R) are correct.
Answer: D.
164. Arrange the correct sequence:
A. Learning, Perfection, Practice, Perform.
B. Practice, Learning, Perfection, Perform.
C. Perfection, Perform, Practice, Learning.
D. Learning, Practice, Perfection, Perform.
Answer: D.
165. Assertion A.: Yoga is in the complete oneness of soul and body.
Reason (R): This oneness can be attaining through dance.
Codes:
A. A. is true and (R) is false.
B. (R) is true and A. is false.
C. Both A. and (R) are true.
D. Both A. and (R) are false.
Answer: C.
166. Select the choreography which Uday Shankar did for Anna Pavlova:
A. Labour and Machine
B. Radha Krishna
C. Panchtantra
D. Indra
Answer: B.
167. Assertion A.: The traditional system of Guru Shishyaparampara of teaching requires a very long period apprenticeship.
Reason (R): All institution has considered introducing specialised training in the many professional areas.
Codes:
A. A. is false and (R) is true.
B. A. is true and (R) is false.
C. Both A. and (R) are true.
D. Both A. and (R) are false.
Answer: C.