Option a is the correct answer. Kuchipudi is a classical dance form from Andhra Pradesh. It is named after the village of Kuchipudi in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, where it was developed by the Brahmin community. It is a dancedrama performance art that combines music, dance, and acting. It is based on Hindu religious themes and stories, especially from the Bhagavata Purana. Bharatnatyam is a classical dance form from Tamil Nadu. It is one of the oldest and most popular forms of Indian classical dance. It is a solo dance that expresses Hindu religious themes and spiritual ideas through gestures, movements, and facial expressions. It is based on the ancient text of Natya Shastra, which is a treatise on performing arts. Kathak is a classical dance form from Uttar Pradesh. It is derived from the Sanskrit word katha, meaning "story". It is a narrative dance that tells stories through gestures, footwork, and facial expressions. It is influenced by the Mughal culture and the Bhakti movement. It has three major schools or gharanas: Jaipur, Lucknow, and Banaras. Odissi is a classical dance form from Orissa. It is one of the oldest surviving forms of Indian classical dance. It is a lyrical dance that depicts the love and devotion of Radha and Krishna, as well as other Hindu gods and goddesses. It is based on the sculptures of the temples of Orissa, especially the Konark Sun Temple. Important Tips Gharanas are schools or traditions of Indian classical music that have distinctive styles, techniques, and repertoire. Some of the prominent gharanas are: Agra gharana: This gharana is known for its emphasis on the development of the khayal form of singing, which is a form of improvisation based on a raga and a composition. The Agra gharana was founded by Ghagge Khuda Baksh, who was a court musician in Agra in the 18th century. Gwalior gharana: This gharana is considered as the oldest and most influential gharana of khayal singing. It is known for its purity of raga, clarity of diction, and simplicity of style. The Gwalior gharana was founded by Ustad Haddu Khan and Ustad Hassu Khan, who were court musicians in Gwalior in the 19th century. Jaipur-Atrauli gharana: This gharana is known for its complex and intricate style of khayal singing, which involves elaborate ornamentation, fast taans (rapid melodic passages), and layakari (rhythmic variations). The Jaipur-Atrauli gharana was founded by Ustad Alladiya Khan, who migrated from Atrauli to Jaipur in the late 19th century. Kirana gharana: This gharana is known for its emphasis on the melody and emotion of the raga, rather than the technical aspects. It is known for its slow and meditative alap (introduction), followed by a faster and lively bandish (composition). The Kirana gharana was founded by Ustad Abdul Karim Khan and Ustad Abdul Wahid Khan, who belonged to the Kirana village in Karnataka in the early 20th century.