SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 10 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q23

Mohiniyattam is a solo classical dance form related to which of the following states?

 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Kerala.

  • Mohiniyattam (Mohiniattam) is a classical dance form of Kerala in South India.
  • One among the eight Indian classical dance forms, Mohiniyattam is a graceful dance to watch and is a solo recital by women.
  • The term Mohiniyattam comes from the words mohini meaning a woman who enchants onlookers and aattam meaning graceful and sensuous body movements.