Series OSS Code No. 82
DANCE (Kathak)
(Theory)
Time allowed : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 30
Instructions : Attempt all questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Describe the origin, evolution and the main dance components of Kathak. 6
2. Explain any ten Asamyuta Hasta Mudras written in Abhinaya Darpana. 6
3. Define Rasa and explain Sthayibhava and Sancharibhava. 6
4. Explain in short any two of the following : 6
(a) Sangeet
(b) Todaa
(c) Traditional costumes of Kathak
5. Notate the following : 6
(a) Theka of Roopak Taal
(b) One Tihaayi in Teen Taal