Which one of the following dances involves solo performance?
A
Bharatanatyam
B
Kuchipudi
C
Mohiniattam
D
Odissi
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
The question asks which Indian classical dance form involves solo performance.Bharatanatyam: Traditionally performed solo (known as 'ekaharya'), though group performances are now common.Kuchipudi: Traditionally performed as dance-dramas involving multiple roles, often by a single dancer initially, but now features both solo and group performances. Group formats are very prevalent.Mohiniattam: This classical dance from Kerala is traditionally and predominantly performed as a solo dance by women. Its repertoire and structure are primarily geared towards solo expression.Odissi: Includes both solo and group choreography.While Bharatanatyam and Odissi have strong solo traditions, Mohiniattam is most distinctly characterized as a solo form.