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Of which of the following States of India is Kuchipudi a dancedrama?
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- Orissa
- Andhra Pradesh
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- Orissa
Correct Option: B
Kuchipudi is the classical dance form from the South-East Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It presents scenes from Hindu Epics and mythological tales through dance-dramas combining music, dance and acting. The lyrics used in Kuchipudi are usually in Telugu, though Sanskrit verses are also not uncommon. While Kuchipudi, like Bharata Natyam comprises pure dance, mime and histrionics, it is the use of speech as well that distinguishes its presentation as dance drama.