UPSC Prelims 2008 Q70: Art & Culture – Classical Dance Forms
Bimbavati Devi is a well - known dancer of which type of dance?
- (a) Manipuri
- (b) Bharat Natyam
- (c) Kuchipudi
- (d) Odissi
Answer: (a) Manipuri
Explanation
Bimbavati Devi's dance form
This accomplished dancer is renowned for a specific classical Indian dance tradition from North-East India.
| Option | Verdict | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| (a) Manipuri | Correct | Bimbavati Devi is a well-known exponent of Manipuri dance |
| (b) Bharat Natyam | Incorrect | Not her specific dance form |
| (c) Kuchipudi | Incorrect | Not her specific dance form |
| (d) Odissi | Incorrect | Not her specific dance form |
Bimbavati Devi facts:
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dance form | Manipuri |
| Region of origin | North-East India |
Answer: (a) Manipuri.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) CORRECT. Bimbavati Devi is a renowned Manipuri dancer.
- (b) Incorrect. Bharat Natyam is not her dance form.
- (c) Incorrect. Kuchipudi is also not her dance form.
- (d) Incorrect. Odissi is also not her dance form.
Key point
Bimbavati Devi is a well-known exponent of Manipuri dance.
Remember
Bimbavati Devi is a well-known Manipuri dancer.
Common mistakes
- Confusing Bimbavati Devi's Manipuri dance with other classical Indian dance forms (Bharat Natyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi).
- Not knowing the Manipuri dance tradition's distinct North-Eastern Indian origin.
- Mixing up different classical dancers' specific traditions.
Exam tip
Bimbavati Devi = Manipuri dance exponent. A specific dancer-tradition pairing.
Sources
- Sangeet Natak Akademi — Akademi Awards: Manipuri dance (Bimbavati Devi)
- Encyclopaedia Britannica — Manipuri dance