Question Discussion & Solution

The correct answer is 3 only.

• Kathak is the classical dance of Uttar Pradesh.
• Kathakali is the classical dance of Kerela.
• Sattariya is the classical dance of Assam.
• Hence the correct answer is 3 only.

Key Points

• Kuchipudi
  • ​Kuchipudi is a classical dance of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Origin from the group of dancers going in the villages to perform known as Kusselavas.
  • Kuchipudi derives its name from the village Kusselavapuri in Andhra Pradesh.
  • Vijayanagar and Golconda rulers patronized the dance form.
  • Famous dance Tarangam where the dancer performs with his feet on edge of brass plate and pot of water on the head.
  • Stories from Bhagvat Purana on secular themes.
  • Lasya(Soft element) and Tandava(Hard element) are important in Kuchipudi dance.
• Kathak
  • ​Kathak is a classical dance of Uttar Pradesh.
  • Origin from Ras Leela of Brajbhoomi.
  • Kathak's name comes from the word 'Kathika' which means storytellers from epics.
  • Mughal courts patronized Kathak and accepted it as court entertainment.
  • Famous Gharana is based on Hindustani Music-Lucknow, Jaipur, and Banaras Gharana.
• Kathakali
  • ​Kathakali is a classical dance of Kerela.
  • Origin from temples of Kerela two forms of dance and drama.
  • Kathakali's name comes from the word 'Katha' which means story and 'Kali' means drama.
  • Initially evolved under the patronage of feudal lords later revived by Kathakali artists.
  • Generally, male groups dance with heavy makeup and traditional costume.
  • Narrating episodes from Ramayana and Mahabharat with facial movement, eye expression, and hand movement.
• Sattriya
  • ​Sattariya is a classical dance of Assam.
  • Introduced by Vaishnava Saint Sankaradeva in 15th century AD in Assam.
  • Sattriya derives its name from Vaishnava monasteries known as 'Sattras'.
  • Dance form inspired by the Bhakti Movement reciting stories of Lord Vishnu.
  • Famous dance form 'Bhaona' is based on stories of Lord Krishna.

Additional Information

Presently Sangeet Natak Academy recognized 8 classical dances of India.

Important Points

• Note: There is no classical dance recognized for Rajasthan.

The correct answer is Eloji.

Key Points

• Eloji:
  • In Marwar, he is also known as the unique folk deity of Chhedchhad.
  • There is a belief about them in Marwar that they are able to give a bride to the unmarried, happy life to the newly married couple and children to the infertile women. Whereas he himself remained a bachelor throughout his life.
  • He was the brother-in-law of King Hiranya Kashyapa.
  • He is worshipped on the occasion of Holi in Marwar.
  • He was Holika's lover.
  • His statue is life-size naked.

Additional Information

• Rup Nath Ji-
  • He was the son of the famous folk god Budho Ji.
  • He took revenge on his father and uncle's death by killing Jindrav Khinchi.
  • His Head seats are Kolu Mand (Jodhpur) and Simbhudhada (Bikaner).
  • He is known as Balak Nath in Himachal Pradesh.
• Panraj Ji-
  • He was born in a Kshatriya family in Jaisalmer
  • He sacrificed his life for the Ilife-saving of cows.
• Alam Ji-
  • His original name was Jaitmal Rathore.
  • His temple is situated in the Malani area of Barmer.
  • The place where he worshiped is known as Alam Ji's Dhora

The correct answer is Sheikh Hamiduddin.

• Dargah of Sufi Saint Hamiduddin Chisti Faruqui Nagauri is located in Nagaur.
  • He was one of the chief disciples of Khwaja Moinuddin.

Additional Information

• Nagaur is also the birthplace of Saint Poetess Meera Bai and Abul Fazal.
  • This city was known as Jangladesh in the Mahabharata era.
  • Its fort stands testament to the great battles and rulers who fought them.
  • This town was granted to Raja Amar Singh Rathore by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
  • It is an area with a forest belt of thorn scrubs that circles the Thar Desert.

The correct option is the Kachchhi Ghodi dance.

• Kachchhi Ghodi dance is an Indian folk dance that originated in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan.
• The dancers move to the rhythm of flute music and the beats of dhol drums.
• Singers narrate the mock fights with stories of the exploits of Bhanwariya bandits, the Rajasthani equivalent of Robin Hood.
• It is famous not only in Rajasthan but also in other parts of India such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, etc.

Key Points

• Kachchhi Ghodi dance:
  • The dancers ride on simulated horses.
  • It is performed both socially and commercially. 
  • This dance is also performed to entertain the groom's side wedding and on other joyous occasions.
  • These dancers operate on the rhythm of swords and flutes.
  • The dancer often races a mock horse on a fake horse.  
  • In this dance, four dancers stand on one side and four on the other side.
  • When they run on fake horses back and forth, it seems as if the flowers are opening and closing.

The correct answer is Algoza.

Key Points

• Wind Instruments
  • Algoza:
    • Algoza is the generic name for a set of double flutes.
    • Algoza is a flute made of bamboo tube.
  • Nad:
    • It is a vertical flute with a single long hollow tube, into which the player whistles, at the same time gurgling a song in his throat 
  • Shehnai:
    • Shehnai is made out of wood, with a double reed at one end and a metal or wooden flared bell at the other end.
    • It usually has between six and nine holes.

Additional Information

• String Instruments:
  • Sarangi: 
    • A multi-stringed instrument that is played by using a bow drawn across the strings and running of fingers on the strings.
    • Langas of Jaisalmer, Barmer and Jogis of Marwar use Sarangi.
  • Ektara: 
    • Iktara is generally played by Nath, Kalbelia saints.
    • It is a single string instrument, mounted on the belly of a gourd attached to a body made of bamboo.
  • Rawaj:
    • It is played by using nails and had 12 strings.
    • It is usually played by Raos and Bhats of Mewar.