Multiple choice

Which of the following is wrongly paired?

  1. Bharatanatyam : Tamil Nadu

  2. Kuchipudi : Andhra Pradesh

  3. Kathak : Kerala

  4. Odissi : Orissa
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kathak is basically story telling. Kathak originated from North India whereas Kathakali originated from South India. Originated over 500 years ago, Kathakali is a spectacular classical dance form of Kerala. It is a combination of drama, dance, music and ritual. Kathakali is one of the oldest theatre forms in the world. The word 'Katha' in Malayalam means Story and 'kali' means Play. Thus, Kathakali literally means 'story-play'. 

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