hamburger menu
All Coursesall course arrow
adda247
reward-icon
adda247
    arrow
    arrow
    arrow
    Who founded Lucknow gharana of Kathak?
    Question

    Who founded Lucknow gharana of Kathak?

    A.

    Sitara Devi

    B.

    Ishwari Prasad

    C.

    Birju Maharaj

    D.

    Rukmini Devi

    Correct option is B


    The correct answer is (b) Ishwari Prasad.
     Ishwari Prasad is credited with founding the Lucknow Gharana of Kathak.
     The Lucknow Gharana is one of the major schools of the Kathak dance form, known for its emphasis on expressiveness, graceful movements, and intricate footwork.
     Kathak is a North Indian classical dance form that tells stories through dance, integrating elements of drama, music, and rhythm.
     The term "Kathak" is derived from the Sanskrit word "Katha," meaning "story," and "Kathakar," meaning "storyteller."
     The Lucknow Gharana developed under the patronage of the Nawabs of Awadh, particularly Wajid Ali Shah, who was a great supporter of the arts.

    Free Tests

    Free
    Must Attempt

    SSC GD PYP (Held on 4 Feb 2025 S1)

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon80 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon160 Marks
    • timerIcon60 Mins
    languageIcon English
    Free
    Must Attempt

    Hindi Section Test 1

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon20 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon40 Marks
    • timerIcon12 Mins
    languageIcon English
    Free
    Must Attempt

    SSC GD Constable Full Mock Test 1

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon80 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon160 Marks
    • timerIcon60 Mins
    languageIcon English
    test-prime-package

    Access ‘SSC CGL Tier I’ Mock Tests with

    • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
    • Unlimited Re-Attempts
    • Personalised Report Card
    • 500% Refund on Final Selection
    • Largest Community
    students-icon
    368k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
    Our Plans
    Monthsup-arrow