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Consider the following statements about the Bharatanatyam dance form

Bharatanatyam originated in Tamil Nadu and is considered one of the oldest dance forms in India.
Bharatanatyam was traditionally performed as a solo dance form by women.
The dance form includes elements of 'Nritta,' 'Nritya,' and 'Natyam.'
Bharatanatyam primarily draws its themes from Hindu mythology and scriptures.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

Only One

Only Two

Only Three

All Four

Explanation:

Correct. Bharatanatyam has its roots in Tamil Nadu and is one of the ancient classical dance forms of India. It has been practiced for centuries and is well-documented in Tamil scriptures.
Correct.. Traditionally, Bharatanatyam was performed by Devadasis in temples and was primarily a solo performance. It was predominantly performed by women, although in modern times, men also practice and perform Bharatanatyam.
Correct. These are the three fundamental aspects of Bharatanatyam:
Correct. The dance often portrays stories, legends, and characters from Hindu religious scriptures like the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Puranas, among others.

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