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Which of the following states is the motherland of "Bharathanaatyam"?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Karnataka

  4. Kerala
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Explanation

Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest classical dance forms of India and originated in Tamil Nadu. It was traditionally performed in temples and was codified in its modern form by the Thanjavur Quartet. The dance form is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has been preserved by the devadasi tradition. Andhra Pradesh has Kuchipudi, Karnataka has Yakshagana, and Kerala has Kathakali as major classical dance forms.

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