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Sattriya: The Dance of Vigor

Sattriya is a classical Indian dance form originating in Assam, founded by Srimanta Sankardeva in the 15th century as a devotional art form within Vaishnavite monasteries (sattras).

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the origin of Sattriya dance?

  1. Assam
  2. Odisha
  3. West Bengal
  4. Kerala
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is considered the founder of Sattriya dance?

  1. Srimanta Sankardeva
  2. Madhavadeva
  3. Damodar Deva
  4. Gopinath Bordoloi
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary theme of Sattriya dance?

  1. Devotional
  2. Historical
  3. Romantic
  4. Social
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What are the main elements of Sattriya dance?

  1. Nritta, Nritya, and Natya
  2. Abhinaya, Rasa, and Bhava
  3. Tala, Laya, and Jati
  4. All of the above
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the unique feature of Sattriya dance that distinguishes it from other Indian classical dances?

  1. The use of masks
  2. The use of hand gestures
  3. The use of footwork
  4. The use of storytelling
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the traditional attire worn by Sattriya dancers?

  1. Dhoti and kurta
  2. Mekhela chador
  3. Saree
  4. Salwar kameez
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the traditional Sattriya dance performed during the Raslila festival?

  1. Borgeet
  2. Ojapali
  3. Ankia Bhaona
  4. Mukha Bhaona
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the most renowned Sattriya dancer of the 20th century?

  1. Bhabendra Nath Saikia
  2. Jatin Goswami
  3. Guru Bipin Singh
  4. Phukan Chandra Goswami
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the traditional Sattriya dance performed during the Holi festival?

  1. Borgeet
  2. Ojapali
  3. Holi Bhaona
  4. Phaguwa
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