Series OSS                                                                                                                            Code No. 85

                                                                      DANCE MOHINIYATTAM

                                                                                 (Theory)
Time allowed : 3 hours                                                                                              Maximum Marks :30

Instructions : Attempt all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1. Explain the evolution of Mohiniyattam from past to present.    6

 

2. Give six points that differentiate Mohiniyattam from Krishnattam.
OR
Give six points that differentiate Mohiniyattam from Kathakali.    6

 

3. Highlight the main features of dance as mentioned in Abhinaya Darpana.    6

 

4. Compare any three of the following :    2x3=6
(a) Tandava and Lasya
(b) Tala and Laya
(c) Rasa and Bhava
(d) Nritta and Nritya

 

5. How many Asamyuta Hastas are there in Mohinyattam ? Give two vinyasas or varieties of any four Asamyuta hastas.    2+4=6