Consider the following statements regarding Indian classical dance: (a) A…
2023
Consider the following statements regarding Indian classical dance: (a) A dance form is considered classical if it adheres to the guidelines laid down in Natya Shastra. (b) The Sangeet Natak Akademi conferred the classical status to Sattriya Nritya, making it the eighth Indian classical dance style in 2000. Choose the correct answer:
- A.
only (a) is correct
- B.
only (b) is correct
- C.
Both (a) and (b) are correct
- D.
Neither (a) nor (b) is correct
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Correct answer: C
Answer: Both (a) and (b) are correct.
Explanation:
Statement (a): A commonly used criterion for classifying an Indian dance as classical is its adherence to the principles laid down in the Natya Shastra. Formal recognition is usually confirmed by scholars and cultural institutions.
Statement (b): Sattriya, the dance-drama tradition from Assam, was accorded classical status by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 2000, making it the eighth recognised Indian classical dance form.
Therefore, the correct response is the choice that states 'Both (a) and (b) are correct.'