Correct option is A
· Kuchipudiis one of the eight major Indian classical dances.
· It originates from a village named Kuchipudi in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
· Kuchipudi is a dance-drama performance, with its roots in the ancient Hindu Sanskrit text of Natya Shastra. Vyjayanthi Kashi is an Indian classical dancer, a kuchipudi exponent.
· She was also the chairperson of Karnataka Sangeetha Nritya Academy.
Incorrect options explanation:
· Mohiniyattam is an Indian classical dance form originating from the state of Kerala. The dance gets its name from Mohini – the female enchantress avatar of the Hindu deity Vishnu, who helps the devas prevail over the asuras using her feminine charm.
· Odissi is a classical Indian dance form that originated in the temples of Odisha, an eastern state of India. It is considered one of the oldest classical dances in India.
· Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu and is known for its storytelling and religious themes.