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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 32

SSC GD Constable (English) - 19th Feb 2019 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q32

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Which of the following pair correctly represents a state and the corresponding art form associated with it?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Uttar Pradesh — Kathak.

  • Kathak is a popular classical dance practiced in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
  • The term Kathak comes from the Vedic Sanskrit word "Katha" which means "story" and Kathakar which means "storytellers".
  • On the other hand, Kathakali and Mohiniyattam are classical dance forms of Kerala and Odissi from Odisha.