Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

General Awareness

Question:

On 15 November 2000, the Sangeet Natak Akademi recognized which one of the following as one of the classical dance forms of India?

Options:

Chhau

Sattriya

Garba

Bhangra

Correct Answer:

Sattriya

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Sattriya

  • Sattriya is a classical dance form from Assam, introduced by Srimanta Sankardev as part of the Vaishnavite monasteries (Sattras).
  • On 15 November 2000, the Sangeet Natak Akademi officially recognized Sattriya as one of the classical dance forms of India.

Other options:

  • Chhau → semi-classical / folk martial dance (Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal)
  • Garba → folk dance of Gujarat
  • Bhangra → folk dance of Punjab