UPSC Prelims 2014·GS1·art-and-culture·performing arts

Consider the following pairs: 1. Garba : Gujarat 2. Mohiniattam : Odisha 3. Yakshagana : Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

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  1. A1 only
  2. B2 and 3 only
  3. C1 and 3 onlyCorrect
  4. D1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Let's analyze each pair of dance forms and their associated states:

  1. Garba : Gujarat This statement is correctly matched. Garba is a popular folk dance of Gujarat, performed during festivals like Navratri. It is characterized by circular movements and clapping hands.

  2. Mohiniattam : Odisha This statement is incorrectly matched. Mohiniattam is one of the eight classical dance forms of India, originating from Kerala. It is a graceful solo dance performed by women, characterized by subtle movements and delicate expressions. Odissi is the classical dance form from Odisha.

  3. Yakshagana : Karnataka This statement is correctly matched. Yakshagana is a traditional folk theatre form from Karnataka, combining dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques. It is primarily performed in the coastal districts of Karnataka.

Therefore, pairs 1 and 3 are correctly matched.

art-and-culture: Consider the following pairs: 1. Garba : Gujarat 2. Mohiniattam : Odisha 3. Yakshagana : Karnataka Which of the pairs gi

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