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Performing Arts: Music, Dance and Drama

NIOS · Class 10 · Indian Culture and Heritage

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Which statement best defines art in the context of performing arts?

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Which is the earliest tradition traced for Indian music?

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Who wrote Brihaddesi, the work in which ragas were first named and discussed at length?

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Which fact about Sangeet Ratnakara is correct?

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Which are the nine navras associated with human emotions in performing arts?

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Hasya, Vir, Shaanti

Hasya, Vir, and Shaanti are among the nine navras. Krodh is not listed among the nine categories here.

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Which ruler is shown playing the Veena on some of his coins?

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Samudragupta

Samudragupta was an accomplished musician, and some of his coins show him playing the Veena.

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Which facts are correct about Jayadeva and Gita Govinda?

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Jayadeva was of Orissa, Gita Govinda was based on the love of Radha and Krishna, Gita Govinda was written in the 12th century

Jayadeva of Orissa produced Gita Govinda in the 12th century, and it was composed on the theme of Radha and Krishna's love.

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Who wrote Abhinavabharati, which provides useful information about music?

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Abhinavagupta

Abhinavagupta, who lived from 993 to 1055, wrote Abhinavabharati, a useful source of information about music.

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