Important Facts For Prelims
Kuchipudi Dance Form
- 13 Dec 2019
- 1 min read
Kuchipudi is one of the 8 classical dance forms of India.
- The dance form has emerged from a
popular theatrical art ‘Kuchipudi Yakshagana’ named after the place of its origin, the village Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh. - It is performed as dance drama i.e. performance in groups and also as solo items.
- Siddendra Yogi, the disciple of Narayana Theertha who lived in the 17th century, is credited to have systemised the art form of Kuchipudi Yakshagana.
- Costumes, ornaments and jewellery occupy an important place.
