Tuesday 16 July 2013

Arts and Culture in India

Arts and Culture in India

Questions and answers related to Arts and Culture for psc Secretariat Assistant, Company/ Corporation Assistant Grade, ldc examinations.

1. What is known as the Bible of information for dancers, musicians and actors on the method of performance on stage?
Ans. Natya-Shastra

2. The period of which dynasty in South India is known as the Golden Age due to the flourishing of arts and culture?
Ans. Chola dynasty

3. The exquisite bronze statues of Nataraja and other deities were originated during the period of ..........?
Ans. The Cholas

4. Dance in India is said to have originated in which deity ?
Ans. Lord Shiva

5. Who was the author of the Natya-shastra?
Ans. Sage Bharata

6. What is often called as ‘The National Dance of India’?
Ans. Bharata Natyam

7. Which dance form is described as ‘The Poetry in Motion’?
Ans. Bharata Natyam

8. Bharata Natyam originated in the state of ..........?
Ans. Tamil Nadu

9. The items in a traditional presentation of Bharata Natyam were composed and designed by four brothers known as the ..........?
Ans. Tanjore Quartet

10. Who played important role in the revival of Bharatanatyam ?
Ans. Rukmini Devi Arundale 
 
 

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