- Which of the following is a classical dance form originating in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh?
A. Kathakali
B. Bharatanatyam
C. Kuchipudi
D. Manipuri
Answer: C. Kuchipudi
- Which famous Indian musician is known for his mastery of the santoor and for being a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan award?
A. Zakir Hussain
B. Shivkumar Sharma
C. Hariprasad Chaurasia
D. Pandit Bhimsen Joshi
Answer: B. Shivkumar Sharma
- Which of the following is a traditional Indian percussion instrument that is commonly used in the Hindustani classical music genre?
A. Sitar
B. Tabla
C. Mridangam
D. Dholak
Answer: B. Tabla
- Which famous Indian poet is known for his works such as “Savitri” and for being a recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature?
A. Sarojini Naidu
B. Rabindranath Tagore
C. Harivansh Rai Bachchan
D. Sri Aurobindo
Answer: D. Sri Aurobindo
