Question
The most elaborate composition in the Bharata Natyam repertoire is known by which name ?
This question was previously asked in
CUET PG 2026 Agri-Business Management Question Paper (25-Mar-2026) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Varnam
Bharata Natyam Elaborate Composition: Varnam
The question asks to identify the most elaborate composition within the Bharata Natyam repertoire.
Varnam is widely considered the centerpiece of a Bharata Natyam performance. It is the most complex and demanding item, requiring significant skill in both Nritta (pure dance) and Nritya (expressive dance). A Varnam typically involves intricate footwork, elaborate hand gestures (mudras), expressive mime (abhinaya), and sustained performance, often depicting the relationship between the dancer and the divine or beloved.
Understanding Other Options:
- Keertanam: This is primarily a devotional song, often focusing on praise and worship, usually simpler in structure compared to a Varnam.
- Karatal Cholom: This is a distinctive form of dance from Manipur, involving rhythmic chanting and clapping (kartal), differing significantly from Bharata Natyam's style and structure.
- Tillana: While a complex and energetic concluding piece in Bharata Natyam, characterized by pure dance and rhythmic patterns, it is generally shorter and less elaborate in its narrative and expressive scope than a Varnam.
Therefore, the Varnam stands out as the most elaborate composition in the Bharata Natyam repertoire.
Was this answer helpful?
Similar Questions
- The North Indian stream of Music is also known as :
- Both the story telling traditions and Raas have contributed to establish the popular classical dance from North India called :
- Name the classical dance style where in a decorative cylindrical skirt forms the significant feature of a Female Dancer's Costume :
- Todayam and Purappadu are the prominent feature of the repertoire of which classical dance form ?
- The make up pattern of which Classical Dance form of India, resembles with Make up pattern of Chinese Opera or Japanese Kabuki :
- Bharata's Natyashastra describes movements of smaller body parts in chapter VIII are addressed as :
- Which of the following Dharmi dominates the presentation of Indian Classical Dance
- The Nayikas mentioned in the Natyashastra in accordance to the emotional relationship with their Nayakas are referred as :
- Name the exponents of Bharata Natyam dance style who, directly descended from the Devadasi tradition.
- Name the illustrious institution found by poet Vallathol Menon for the rejuvenation of Kerala Performing Art Forms :
Important Questions from Mixed Topic (CUET PG)
- Kalpsutra, the illustrated canonical text is from:-
- The Harappan city almost exclusively devoted to craft production was-:
- Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi launched quit India movement after the failure of:-
- The "Objectives Resolution" was introduced in constituent assembly by:-
- Who among the following was not a member of the constituent assembly:-
Need Expert Advice?
Upcoming Exams
GATE
February 06, 2027
Test Series
CUET
CUET PG Psychology (HUQP20) 2026 Mock Test Series
10 Tests
781 Attempts
3.7(15)
English
More Questions from CUET PG
