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Multiple choice history cultural heritage of india: handicraft changing life 2 changing life: 2 performing arts and artistes in modern times
List I List II
1- Bhajan Sopori 1- Bharatnatyam
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2- Priyadarshini Govind 2- Kathak
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3- T.V. Gopalakrishnan 3- Mrudangam
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4- Birju Maharaj 4- Santoor

Match List I and List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists.

  1. A-2,B-1,C-3,D-4

  2. A-4,B-3,C-1,D-2

  3. A-2,B-4,C-1,D-3

  4. A-4,B-1,C-3,D-2
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Bhajan Sopori- Santoor
priyadarshini Govind- Bharatnatyam
T.V. Gopalkrishnan- Mrudangam
Birju Maharaj- Kathak

Multiple choice history entertainment and history changing life 2 changing life: 2 cultural heritage of india: handicraft

Folk theatre is named as __________ in Maharashtra.

  1. Nautanki

  2. Jatra

  3. Tamasha

  4. Therukuttu
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Tamasha is a form of Indian folk drama begun in the early 18th century in Mahārāshtra. It acquired a distinct form in late Peshwa period of Maratha Empire, in the 18th century. This theatrical form was created by singing girls and dancers imported from North India and the local acrobats and tumblers of lower-caste.

Multiple choice history entertainment and history changing life 2 changing life: 2 cultural heritage of india: handicraft

Early plays and performances followed the rules of the ___________.

  1. Buddhacarita

  2. Natyashastra

  3. Arthashastra

  4. Ramayana
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Natyashastra is a detailed treatise and handbook on dramatic art that deals with all aspects of classical Sanskrit theatre. It is believed to be written by Brahman sage Bharata. It has largely influenced dance, music and literary traditions in India. The composition date of Natyashastra is unknown, estimates vary between 500 BCE to 500 CE.

Multiple choice history entertainment and history changing life 2 changing life: 2 cultural heritage of india: handicraft

Folk theatre is named as __________ in Bengal.

  1. Nautanki

  2. Jatra

  3. Tamasha

  4. Therukuttu
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Folk theatre is named jata in Bengal. The jatra, also popular in Orissa and eastern Bihar, originated in Bengal in the 15th century as a result of the bhakti movement. Jatra performances resemble the Nautanki of Uttar Pradesh, the Tamasha of Maharashtra and Bhavai of Gujarat. The performance consists of action-packed dialogue with only about six songs.

Multiple choice history entertainment and history changing life 2 changing life: 2 cultural heritage of india: handicraft

Folk theatre is named as __________ in Tamil Nadu.

  1. Nautanki

  2. Jatra

  3. Tamasha

  4. Therukuttu
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Therukuttu is a Tamil street theatre form practised in Tamil Nadu. The performances centre around Mahabharat and emphasizes on Draupadi.  The plays are a combination of song, music, dance and drama. Harmonium, drums and cymbals are the musical instruments used.

Multiple choice history film and print media changing life 2 changing life: 2 cultural heritage of india: handicraft

It was said that the whole piece of cloth of a particular size of fine muslin of Dhaka could easily pass through a _________ and could be adjusted in a _____________.

  1. Pipe, Box

  2. Ring, Matchbox.

  3. Needle hole, Pocket

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The fine muslin of Dhaka was historically famous for its extreme delicacy, often described as being able to pass through a ring and fit into a matchbox.

Multiple choice history film and print media changing life 2 changing life: 2 cultural heritage of india: handicraft

What is Jari work?

  1. Zari work is an intricate art of weaving threads made of fine iron

  2. Zari work is an intricate art of weaving threads made of fine gold or silver

  3. Zari work is an intricate art of weaving threads made of fine steel

  4. Zari work is an intricate art of weaving threads made of fine aluminium
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Zari work is a traditional Indian craft involving the weaving of threads made of fine gold or silver into fabrics to create intricate patterns.