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In which of the following Indian classical dance forms are short lyrical pieces like gata, thumri, bhajan, and dadra used to portray episodes from Krishna's life through mime (nritya or abhinaya),…

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In which of the following Indian classical dance forms are short lyrical pieces like gata, thumri, bhajan, and dadra used to portray episodes from Krishna's life through mime (nritya or abhinaya), accompanied by gentle rhythm and expressive gestures?
  1. Bharatanatyam
  2. Kathak
  3. Manipuri
  4. Odissi

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Correct answer: B - Kathak
Kathak uses short lyrical compositions like thumri, dadra, bhajan and gat (gata) to depict episodes of Krishna's life through abhinaya/nritya with subtle rhythm and expressive gestures.

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