PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
PSC Miscellaneous 2012
Answer
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
Kuchipudi is one of the eight major Indian classical dance forms and it originated from the village of Kuchipudi in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh.
Key Points
- > Kuchipudi is a classical dance of Andhra Pradesh.
- > It originated from Kuchipudi village in Krishna district.
- > It is based on the Natya Shastra.
Additional Information
- Kuchipudi is an ancient dance-drama tradition.
- It has become popular based on stories of Lord Krishna.
- Historically, it was performed by male artists.
| Subject | Detail |
|---|---|
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Type | Classical Dance |
| Origin | Natya Shastra |