Matching Garba, Mohiniattam, and Yakshagana
Garba is correctly matched with Gujarat and Yakshagana with Karnataka. Mohiniattam is a classical dance from Kerala, not Odisha.
Primary Reference: NCERT Class XI - An Introduction to Indian Art
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Exam Year
2014
Evidence Source
Link ↗Consider the following pairs:
1. Garba: Gujarat
2. Mohiniattam : Odisha
3. Yakshagana : Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
[UPSC CSE Pre. 2014, GS Paper I]
Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
India's cultural diversity is reflected in its distinct folk, classical, and theatrical forms associated with specific states.
Authentic Source Evidence
Garba is the folk dance of Gujarat. Mohiniattam is a classical dance from Kerala. Yakshagana is a traditional theatre form of Karnataka.
Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"What does the word 'Mohiniattam' mean?"
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"Yakshagana acts as a bridge between 'Marga' (classical) and 'Desi' (folk) traditions, using elaborate costumes and masks."
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