Question

_____ is a folk dance style of India.

A. Raut Nacha

B. Chhau

C. Kuchipudi

D. Kalbelia

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

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : C

The correct answer is Kuchipudi.

• There are more than 30 folk dances in India.
  
• Classical dance is more demanding and is usually strict with technical aspects.
• Folk dances are all about energy, enthusiasm, and power. Classical dances are performed by professional or highly trained dancers who have studied their form for many years.
• Folk dances are not performed by professional dancers.
• The Sangeet Natak Akademi recognizes eight – Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Kathakali, Sattriya, Manipuri, and Mohiniyattam.