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Statewise GK · Q1301

Uttar Pradesh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 1301

Q1301

Which of the following classical dance form is associated with Uttar Pradesh?

A.
Kathak
Answer
B.
Bharatnatyam
C.
Odissi
D.
Kuchipuri

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The classical dance form Kathak is associated with the state of Uttar Pradesh. The origin of Kathak is traditionally attributed to the traveling bards of ancient northern India known as Kathakars or storytellers. The term Kathak is derived from the Vedic Sanskrit word Katha which means "story", and Kathakar which means "the one who tells a story", or "to do with stories".