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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 61

SSC MTS - 04/11/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • English • Q61

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With which Kathak gharana was Pandit Janki Prasad affiliated?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is  option 4  i.e. Benaras .

Pandit Janki Prasad was affiliated with the Benaras gharana of Kathak.

Pandit Janki Prasad was the founder of the Benaras Gharana of Kathak, one of the prominent schools of this classical dance form. The Benaras Gharana, also known as the Janaki Prasad Gharana, is known for its emphasis on grace, expressiveness, and intricate footwork. Unlike other gharanas, it integrates more spiritual and devotional elements, often focusing on storytelling through dance. Pandit Janki Prasad’s contribution laid the foundation for the distinct style and repertoire of this gharana, which evolved alongside other Kathak schools like Lucknow and Jaipur but retained its unique identity rooted in Benaras’s cultural traditions.

Other options :

  • Rajgarh: Not traditionally known as a Kathak gharana.

  • Jaipur: Known for strong footwork and vigorous dance, established by Bhanuji.

  • Lucknow: Famous for graceful movements and expressions, patronized by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah.