Question 3
EasyOriginal questionKuchipudi, the classical dance named after a village, comes from which state?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Kuchipudi takes its name from the village of Kuchipudi in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh.
It began as dance-drama performed by troupes of Brahmin men and later became a solo form danced by women as well.
Worth noting
A well-known Kuchipudi item is danced on the rim of a brass plate.
- Concept
- Kuchipudi and its state
- Typical timeTypical
- 35 s
- Your timeYours
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