The Kuchipudi classical dance is accompanied with which type of music?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3. i.e. Carnatic Music.
Kuchipudi dance is performed on classical Carnatic music. This performance is an imitation of attractive expressions, sharp looks and fleeting emotions. The lyrics used in Kuchipudi are usually in Telugu and Sanskrit verses.
This dance is a combination of Tandava (the majestic, masculine) and and Lasya (lyrical graceful and feminine energy).
- The typical musical instruments in Kuchipudi are mridangam, cymbals, veena, flute and the tambura.
- It originated in a village named Kuchipudi in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
- Kuchipudi derives its name from the village of Kuchelapuram, in Andhra Pradesh, India.
- Vijayanagar and Golconda rulers patronized the dance form.
- Kuchipudi grew largely as a product of the Bhakti movement beginning in the seventh century A.D.